The Fisher King (1991) is a captivating film directed by Terry Gilliam, based on a screenplay by Richard LaGravenese, which weaves a tale of redemption set in the gritty backdrop of New York City. Jeff Bridges portrays Jack Lucas, a controversial shock radio DJ whose cynical worldview permeates his broadcasts, influencing listeners in profound ways. One listener, driven by Jack's inflammatory rhetoric, commits a horrific mass shooting at a restaurant, leading Jack into a deep, three-year depression. He turns to alcohol and relies on his girlfriend Anne Napolitano (Mercedes Ruehl, who won an Oscar for her role), a charming video store owner, for support. At his lowest point, Jack contemplates suicide by the river, but is interrupted by Parry (Robin Williams), a homeless man with a sharp wit and a mysterious mission. Parry believes Jack is destined for greatness and must find the Holy Grail, hidden in the heart of Manhattan, to save Parry's soul. Parry also seeks Jack's help in wooing Lydia Sinclair (Amanda Plummer), a shy woman working at a publishing company. Parry's past reveals a tragic event that shattered his life, and Jack realizes that his own redemption is intertwined with Parry's.
The Fisher King (1991)
1991 · Movie · 137 min. · United States
Credits
Direction Terry Gilliam
Cast Jeff Bridges · Robin Williams · Amanda Plummer · Mercedes Ruehl · Michael Jeter · Harry Shearer · David Hyde Pierce · Ted Ross · Lara Harris · Kathy Najimy · Frazer Smith · Melinda Culea · Jayce Bartok · John Ottavino · Dan Futterman · Bradley Gregg · William Preston · Stephen Bridgewater · John Heffernan
Soundtrack George Fenton
Screenplay Richard LaGravenese
Cinematography Roger Pratt
Technical sheet
Title The Fisher King
Original title The Fisher King
Year 1991
Type Movie
Length 137 min.
Country United States
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