Derek Luke, Denzel Washington, Joy Bryant
Based on a true story, a biographical drama centering upon Antwone "Fish" Fisher who--once a Sony Pictures security guard--eventually gained fame as an acclaimed writer and a Hollywood producer. In th...( read more
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DVD Release Date: May 20, 2003
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November 2, 2007A remarkable tale based on a true story, I was gripped from start to finish. Derek Luke, I thought played a fantastic part and it was a good performance from Denzel too, who also Directed the film.
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July 2, 2007Autobiographical movies rarely get more truthfully moving than Antwone Fisher.
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November 4, 2009Its a true story ....... some individual can change your life forever
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October 20, 2009A really awesome movie about a very sweet boy/man, who suffered a lot during his early years. Loved the movie, the story and the direction and production.
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September 18, 2009Admirable and moving tale of the strength of the human soul and the importance of the people that actually care about us and help us in the most difficult moments of our lives. A small triumph.
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August 31, 2009Curious about Denzel 's directing debut and he starred in it as well, I decided to watch this. It is from an adaption of the book Finding Fish, based on the remarkable true memoirs of Antwone Fisher. This is truly a heartfelt story,the story of obstacles overcome. with impressive...( read more)
Critic Reviews
December 25, 2002
Moira MacDonald, Seattle Times
December 20, 2002
Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle
Why this story? As it stands, it's the story of a clean-cut kid who becomes an even nicer clean-cut kid. full review
December 20, 2002
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
A film that begins with the everyday lives of naval personnel in San Diego and ends with scenes so true and heartbreaking that tears welled up in my eyes both times I saw the film. full review
December 18, 2002
Claudia Puig, USA Today
It is an inspirational, heart-tugging story of the kind Oscar might be willing to embrace. full review
December 5, 2002
Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
Washington, in his debut as a director, delivers a solid piece of craftsmanship. full review
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May 21, 2007this is a great story.antwone wrote a sensitive and beautiful poem.i love this movie
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