Antwone Fisher [blu-ray] / Fox Searchlight Pictures presents a Mundy Lane/Todd Black production, a Denzel Washington film ; produced by Todd Black, Randa Haines, Denzel Washington ; written by Antwone Fisher ; directed by Denzel Washington.
Derek Luke, Joy Bryant, Denzel Washington. Originally released as a motion picture in 2002. Special features: "Meeting Antwone Fisher" featurette; "The making of Antwone Fisher" featurette; "Hollywood and the Navy" featurette; full-length audio commentary by director Denzel Washington and producer Todd Black.
Summary:
Antwone Fisher is a sailor who is prone to violent outbursts. He is sent to a naval psychiatrist for help. At first, he refuses to open up. Then, 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. Inspired by true life experiences.
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