Review of The Fisher King (1991) by Matthew M — 27 Nov 2016

Typical 80s sentimentality. Expected Robin Williams manufactured lunacy. Well acted. Predictable. Meh ...

This review of The Fisher King (1991) was written by Matthew M on 27 Nov 2016.

The Fisher King has generally received very positive reviews.

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