Passion Fish
Seen it?1992 | 135 min | Drama
Friday Night Flickearly ratingWhy it’s a Friday Night Flick
Critics loved it (100% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it drew serious awards attention. Make plans for this one.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 15 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
After an accident leaves her a paraplegic, a former soap opera star struggles to recover both emotionally and mentally, until she meets her newest nurse, who has struggles of her own.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
100% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsStrong
Won 1 Independent Spirit Award: Independent Spirit Awards: Best Supporting Female. Also nominated for 2 Oscars, 2 Golden Globes and 1 WGA Award. Plus 1 other award.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$5 million worldwide on a $5 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 48K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by John Sayles
- Mary McDonnellMay-Alice Culhane
- Alfre WoodardChantelle
- Vondie Curtis-HallSugar LeDoux
- David StrathairnRennie
- Leo BurmesterReeves
- Nora DunnTi-Marie
- Mary PortserPrecious
- Angela BassettRhonda / Dawn
- Sheila KelleyKim
- Nancy MetteNina