Antwone Fisher (Widescreen Edition) - Region 1 DVD

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"It don't matter what you tried to do, you couldn't destroy me! I'm still standing! I'm still strong! And I always will be."- Antwone Fisher

"Antwone Fisher" is based on the true story of amn by the same name, which is what makes this film so compelling. Mr. Fisher was working as a security guard on the Sony Studio Lot and when people heard his life story, everyone told him it... read more

Denzel Washington makes his triumphant directorial debut and Derek Luke shines in his first big-screen role in "one of the most touching, heartwarming films of the year." (Jeffrey Lyons, WNBC-TV) Inspired by the true life experiences of its title character, Antwone Fisher tells the dramatic story of a troubled sailer (Luke) who is ordered to see a naval psychiatrist (Washington) about his volatile temper. Little does he know that his first step into the doctor's office will lead him on a remarkable emotional journey to confront his painful past--and connect with the family he never knew.