Antwone Fisher2002
Antwone Fisher (2002)
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Cast
as Antwone Fisher
as Jerome Davenport
as Cheryl
as Berta
as James
as Slim
as Nadine
as Mrs. Tate
as Eva
as Grayson
as Captain
as Kansas City
as Berkley
as Antwone Fisher Age 7
as Antwone Fisher Age 14
as Spinoza's Wife
as Pork Chop
as SP No. 1
as Keith Age 5
as Reverend Tate
as Dwight Age 8
as Jesse Age 19
as Jesse Age 8
as Annette
as Eda
as Horace
as Jeannette
as Anna
as Eddie
as Ray
as Chief Master-At-Arms
as Edward
as Uncle Duke
as Howard
as Johnny Mae
as Mona
as Kenny
as Spinoza
as Kenny
as Spinoza's Wife
as Jason
as Receptionist
as Blind Piano Player
as Sexy Woman
as Owner
as Snide Clerk
as Another Clerk
as Man
as Cashier
as Young Girl No. 1
as Reverend Tate
as Young Girl No. 2
as Other Lady
as Case Worker
as Woman In White
as Disc Jockey
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Critic Reviews for Antwone Fisher
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A fine film that proves the past is never too bleak -- or the future too hopeless -- to discover a productive new life, and a home and family to share it.
A riveting story well told.
Denzel Washington gives a sensitive yet powerful performance as a Navy psychiatrist, and newcomer Derek Luke is a pleasant surprise as the title character.
For sure, Antwone Fisher is corny. But it's corny in a way that a Hollywood movie about a boy who just wants to go home ought to be corny.
There's a simplicity and heart to Antwone Fisher ... that's extremely appealing.
Watchful, flinty, unexpectedly vulnerable -- and so cathartic it could wring tears from a stone.
Audience Reviews for Antwone Fisher
My type of movie. I saw it for a second time some 5 years later, and reduced my rating a bit, but it is still my type of movie - a drama where the characters care and where they learn something about themselves, and sure enough where there is a positive outcome.
Super Reviewer
Antwone 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.
Super Reviewer
Strong acting and terrific story, based on the real-life experiences of former U.S. navy man Antwone Fisher. Before I saw this, I had no idea that Denzel Washington had done some work behind camera. What I can say now though, is that he ought to do it more often. For his directing in this feature is quite phenomenal, and his acting on-screen just the same. It would be unjust to lay all focus on him though, as his co-star Derek Luke easily matches that excellence. I'm surprised we haven't seen more of him, because his performance in this film is truly worthy of recognition. It's genuine and touching, and his story a highly riveting one to follow. Wonderful supporting cast as well, whose combined talents makes this anything but run-of-the-mill. Engrossing all the way and with a moving and heartwarming ending. Not to be missed if you appreciate great dramas.
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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? |