Antwone Fisher
2002, Drama, 2h
152 Reviews 25,000+ RatingsWhat to know
Washington's directing debut is a solidly crafted, emotionally touching work. Read critic reviews
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Critic Reviews for Antwone Fisher
All Critics (152) | Top Critics (44) | Fresh (119) | Rotten (33)
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There is such a thing as under-acting to a point where you exude the charisma of a plant pot. The directing goes the same way, plodding along conscientiously but without any spark -- one can sense the cameras splintering out of sheer boredom.
January 2, 2018 | Full Review… -
Devastating story of abuse based on real life.
December 21, 2010 | Rating: 4/5 | Full Review… -
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December 30, 2006 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
Washington makes his directorial debut with Antwone Fisher, a fact-based biography that deftly pulls the heartstrings. Granted, it covers no new ground that other psychiatrist/patient films haven't gone before.
June 19, 2003 | Rating: 3/4 | Full Review… -
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May 28, 2003 | Rating: 3/4 | Full Review… -
When the tears start coming, they're not jerked from you -- they're honestly earned, and they're a both a relief and, yes, an affirmation.
March 4, 2003 | Rating: 4/4 | Full Review…
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There is such a thing as under-acting to a point where you exude the charisma of a plant pot. The directing goes the same way, plodding along conscientiously but without any spark -- one can sense the cameras splintering out of sheer boredom.
January 2, 2018 | Full Review… -
Devastating story of abuse based on real life.
December 21, 2010 | Rating: 4/5 | Full Review… -
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December 30, 2006 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
Washington makes his directorial debut with Antwone Fisher, a fact-based biography that deftly pulls the heartstrings. Granted, it covers no new ground that other psychiatrist/patient films haven't gone before.
June 19, 2003 | Rating: 3/4 | Full Review… -
A number of American films in recent years have essentially argued not merely for an individual solution to a patently social problem, but that one must make one's way and leave the others ... behind and the existing order unchallenged.
February 16, 2021 | Full Review… -
a very powerful drama that doesn't just tug at the heartstrings, but yanks them hard
January 10, 2016 | Rating: 5/5 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for Antwone Fisher
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Mar 31, 2014Antwone Fisher is a pretty good drama, directed by actor Denzel Washington in his first directorial outing. The story is a well thought out, engaging, and the cast are very good in their roles. Washington is a standout actor, one of the finest that I have seen. With this film, he displays a unique eye for crafting a truly engaging story, and he is aided with some standout performances. Derek Luke is great in the title character, and he adds so much to the film, that really makes this picture standout. I liked the film, but at times there are things that don't seem to work, and the material could have been handled better. Luckily the performances standout, and that's the strongest aspect of the film. I wanted to really enjoy the film, but at times, some parts of the film tried to be a bit too ambitious, as if Denzel Washington had something to prove in the director's chair. The film was good, but it felt that the filmmakers tried too hard at making a memorable drama. In the end, the film was entertaining, but you could clearly see that the film tried too hard at being more than what it was, and it didn't end up being the film that it could have been. Luckily the performances here save the film, and also it does show that Washington is capable as director, but for this first directorial effort, he tried a bit too hard at delivering a drama that just made you want more out of the film. If you're a fan of Denzel Washington, this is worth seeing, but it's not a truly memorable drama. It's more of a good drama that could have been improved upon. But for what it is, it's nonetheless an engaging picture that relies on a good story and is saved with engrossing performances by its cast.Alex r Super Reviewer
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Jun 06, 2009A Film that from start to finish has you in it'sgrip, so tight it won't let go and ends up with a bone crushin g ending. "Three out of four" Stars. High Reccomendation.Joseph E Super Reviewer
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Sep 17, 2008outstanidng movie cant think of anything bad to say about denzil in this movie he was totally world class as his role and so was derek luke the story line was emotional and delecate so have say directors were brave for doing itLone W Super Reviewer
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Jun 26, 2008Very good story, will have to watch this one againLee K Super Reviewer
Antwone Fisher Quotes
| Dr. Jerome Davenport: | You're the champ, son. You've beaten everyone whose beaten you. |
| Antwone Fisher: | What you say?! |
| Antwone Fisher: | What you say? |
| Spinoza: | I don't know, what do you think? |
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