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Jack Lucas (Jeff Bridges) a self-obsessed 'shock jock' who thinks he has it all, is about to hit rock bottom. The cult personality spends his time on the radio insulting and berating his listeners, but when one caller takes Jack's advice literally and opens fire on a New York City nightspot, Jack is sent swirling down into a .. Read more

Starring	Robin Williams, Jeff Bridges, Mercedes Ruehl, Amanda Plummer
Director	Terry Gilliam
Genres	Comedy, Drama

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- Enjoyable more for its director's extravagances than for its attempt at modern myth-making, and finally too diffuse to be taken seriously.
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- - Halliwell's Film Guide
  - 02 Mar 2006 at 15:43
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  A stunning modern fairy tale
  
  Jeff Bridges plays one of those obnoxious shock jocks. Everything in his life is going well - then a phone in caller takes his sarcastic advice seriously, and ... read more »
  
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  - 11 Mar 2004 at 01:12
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  Heart-warming and magical
  
  I did not know what to expect when I rented this film in the beginning but after watching it, the tale of personal redemption did bring a smile in the end. The ... read more »
  
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- - LWong
  - 30 reviews
  - 02 Jan 2012 at 00:50
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  Gilliam's masterstroke pays dividends thanks to Bridges career highlight & stellar supporting cast
  
  Fisher Price is worth far more than just Pinocchio don't ya know?
  
  This film was mentioned in high regard by Mark Kermode (walking be-quiffed film... read more »
  
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- - CallMeHerman
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  - Nottingham
  - 23 Oct 2011 at 21:39
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  Don't bother
  
  Yet another one of those films that one of your friends says 'oh, you must see that'. So you put it on your list, see it then think 'WTF?'read more »
  
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  - 26 Jul 2011 at 00:49
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  Work of Genius
  
  I saw this at the cinema when it first came out; I remembered it as good film, but viewing it all these years later, it seems even better. A fantastic script (... read more »
  
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  - Monyash
  - 27 Mar 2011 at 11:47
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  excellent performance
  
  The description of the film is rather strange leaving you wondering what exactly is in store or you. I found a heartwarming film that was really well pulled off... read more »
  
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- - 24joy
  - 9 reviews
  - Brighton
  - 23 Aug 2010 at 16:31
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  I loved this film....
  
  for it's quirky approach to its topic of human redemption. The cast was superb and it is a perfect vehicle for Robin Williams. Jeff Bridges' ability ... read more »
  
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- - Brighton
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  - Brighton
  - 14 May 2010 at 09:30
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  A Long SoSo
  
  As I thought I would, I found this mixture of fantasy and so called realism difficult to stomach, especially for over two hours. I take it you'll know the... read more »
  
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- - Cato
  - 554 reviews
  - Lydbury North
  - 12 Apr 2010 at 20:52
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  Simply stunning
  
  Funny, profound and hugely enjoyable. Bridges and Williams at their best. If you haven't seen it - do. A complete classic.
  
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- - Caliban
  - 5 reviews
  - Oxford
  - 16 Mar 2010 at 13:43
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  Sumptuous Fisher King
  
  Great Actors, Great Acting, Great Director, Great Story, Great Film. Contains many of the elements that make a film a pleasure to watch. Get it and enjoy!
  
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- - MickyNoNickname
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  - Alton
  - 12 Mar 2010 at 12:07
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  Hilarious and heart warming
  
  I'm a big fan of both Robin Williams and Jeff Bridges, so the chance to see then both in this was too hard to pass up.
  
  What I found when I ... read more »
  
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  - Kent
  - 10 Feb 2010 at 14:42
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  A stunning modern fairy tale
  
  Jeff Bridges plays one of those obnoxious shock jocks. Everything in his life is going well - then a phone in caller takes his sarcastic advice seriously, and ... read more »
  
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  - 11 Mar 2004 at 01:12
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  Madness, love and The Holy Grail
  
  'There are three things in life you need -- respect for all kinds of life, a nice bowel movement on a regular basis, and a Navy blazer.'
  
  It ... read more »
  
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- - kmcca5
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  - 03 Oct 2004 at 02:55
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  human decline and redemption
  
  Captivating plot focussing on human decline and redemption. Delving into the depths of our greatest strengths and weaknesses, when coupled with the stunning ... read more »
  
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- - Japhet
  - Cambs
  - 10 Feb 2004 at 14:34
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  A Cinematic Milestone
  
  Movies can be enjoyable, entertaining or deeply moving. The Fisher King is the Luxury model that sits all alone, as a peak of achievement. Visually stunning ... read more »
  
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- - MrPicky
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  - Oswestry
  - 04 Oct 2007 at 09:04
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  i like new york in june!
  
  this film is exceptional. terry gilliam can sometimes stray too far into la-la land for me but this time i was well up for the ride.
  
  the film was ... read more »
  
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  - London
  - 14 Jan 2008 at 13:18
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  Astounding and moving ...
  
  Astounding and moving film, Gilliam up to his wonderful fairytale tricks gives the viewer a stark look at the human guilt condition!
  
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  - WOKING
  - 18 Apr 2004 at 18:46
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  One of my very ...
  
  One of my very favourite films. Geff Bridges and Robin Williams are wonderful in this magical tale of tragic loss and love's redemption. Terry Gilliam has... read more »
  
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  - CARDIFF
  - 10 Oct 2004 at 11:30
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  One of my all-time ...
  
  One of my all-time favourites. Robin Williams and Jeff Bridges in a very moving story. Highly recommended.
  
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  - DAVENHAM
  - 25 Oct 2004 at 19:01
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  Wonderful
  
  A moving tale of guilt and redemption, a truly moving film if you have not seen it the I urge you to. It also has probably Robin Williams finest performance.
  
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  - Peterborough UK
  - 25 Mar 2005 at 00:55
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  WILLIAMS AT HIS BEST
  
  A VERY ORIGINAL AND SOMETIMES HILARIOUS FILM BUT WITH A VERY DARK UNDER TONE. WILLIAMS AND BRIDGES ARE AT THERE BEST BUT ALL THE CHARACTERS ARE EXCELLENT REALLY... read more »
  
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- - peter snape
  - stoke on trent england
  - 05 Apr 2005 at 09:11

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  Jack Lucas (Jeff Bridges) a self-obsessed 'shock jock' who thinks he has it all, is about to hit rock bottom. The cult personality spends his time on the radio insulting and berating his listeners, but when one caller takes Jack's advice literally and opens fire on a New York City nightspot, Jack ...