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The Fisher King is a 1991 American fantasy comedy drama film written by Richard LaGravenese and directed by Terry Gilliam. Starring Robin Williams and Jeff Bridges, with Mercedes Ruehl, Amanda Plummer and Michael Jeter, the film tells the story of a radio shock jock who tries to find redemption by helping a man whose life he inadvertently shattered. It explores "the intermingling of New York City's usually strictly…
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Honestly, if this film had anyone else in it other than Robin Williams, who I have a great deal of respect for across the board, I would probably rate it lower than I did. This was released during a time when Williams was being explored with everyone as a serious actor instead of just raw comedy. He was extremely good at showing a wide range of emotions. Compare this with someone like Jim Carrey, who got his start b…More
Being at the top, especially in the domain of show business, is quite precarious and the trip to the bottom can be unexpected and quick. This is the lesson learned by the protagonist of *The Fisher King*, 1991 drama directed by Terry Gilliam. At the beginning, Jack Lucas (played by Jeff Bridges) is popular and immensely successful New York shock jock who is just about to branch into television. Before it happens, on…More
