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Antwone Fisher

2002·Movie
2h 0min·PG-13
71
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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Deeply moving and cathartic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Pathos9
  • Catharsis9
  • Coming of Age9

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Antwone Fisher is at war... with himself.

A sailor prone to violent outbursts is sent to a naval psychiatrist for help. Refusing at first to open up, the young man eventually breaks down and reveals a horrific childhood. Through the guidance of his doctor, he confronts his painful past and begins a quest to find the family he never knew.
Psychological DramaTroubled YouthNaval PsychiatryChildhood TraumaHealing JourneyFinding FamilyEmotional CatharsisCharacter-Driven

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Antwone Fisher legally?

Antwone Fisher is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Antwone Fisher worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 78%, and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Antwone Fisher rated?

PG-13Strong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Antwone Fisher?

2 h 0 min

Antwone Fisher runs 2 h 0 min.

Is Antwone Fisher based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Antwone Fisher?

Critics70
Audiences75

Yes. Critics average 70 and audiences 75 out of 100, so both groups see Antwone Fisher much the same way.

Was Antwone Fisher a box office hit?

Budget$13 million
Box office$23 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $13 million to make and earned $23 million worldwide, 1.9 times its budget.

What language is Antwone Fisher in?

EnglishJapanese

It was made in English, with some Japanese. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Antwone Fisher?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Antwone Fisher in 66 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Antwone Fisher use?

Abusive ParentsBig EaterBlatant LiesBoomerang BigotCalling the Old Man OutCharacter DevelopmentForgivenessManly TearsN-Word PrivilegesDouble Standard: Rape, Female on MaleEarn Your Happy EndingParental Abandonmentand 7 more

TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for Antwone Fisher, including Abusive Parents, Big Eater, Blatant Lies.