Statements (337)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:legendary_figure
gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:television_episode gptkb:play gptkb:film |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:film
|
| gptkbp:air_date |
1994-09-24
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| gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:The_Fisher_King_(film)
various literary works The Waste Land by T. S. Eliot |
| gptkbp:aspect_ratio |
1.85:1
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Arthurian_legend
gptkb:Holy_Grail |
| gptkbp:award |
gptkb:Academy_Award_for_Best_Supporting_Actor
gptkb:BAFTA_Award_for_Best_Film_Music |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:Golden_Globe_Award_for_Best_Supporting_Actor
gptkb:Academy_Award_for_Best_Supporting_Actor gptkb:Academy_Award_for_Best_Supporting_Actress gptkb:BAFTA_Award_for_Best_Film_Music gptkb:BAFTA_Award_for_Best_Supporting_Actress gptkb:Golden_Globe_Award_for_Best_Actor_in_a_Motion_Picture_-Musical_or_Comedy Nominated for 5 Academy Awards |
| gptkbp:based_on |
original story by Richard La Gravenese
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| gptkbp:box_office |
$42 million
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| gptkbp:budget |
$24 million
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| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Lila
gptkb:The_Fisher_King gptkb:Anne gptkb:Jack_Lucas Parry |
| gptkbp:characters |
gptkb:Jack
gptkb:The_Fisher_King gptkb:Anne |
| gptkbp:cinematography |
gptkb:Roger_Pratt
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| gptkbp:cinematography_by |
gptkb:Roger_Pratt
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| gptkbp:color |
gptkb:Color
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| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:United_States
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| gptkbp:criteria |
wounded or incapacitated
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| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Positive reviews
positive reviews |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
cult following
Cult film status inspired discussions on mental health Referenced in various media. Cult classic status. Influenced discussions on mental health. Exploration of love and loss. Themes of redemption and hope. |
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
various films
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| gptkbp:design |
2 X01
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| gptkbp:directed_by |
gptkb:Terry_Gilliam
gptkb:David_Nutter |
| gptkbp:director |
gptkb:Terry_Gilliam
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| gptkbp:distributor |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
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| gptkbp:edited_by |
gptkb:Leslie_Jones
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| gptkbp:editing |
gptkb:Tony_Lawson
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| gptkbp:episode_number |
gptkb:1
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| gptkbp:features |
fantasy elements
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| gptkbp:film_editing |
gptkb:The_Fisher_King_(1991)
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| gptkbp:film_festival |
gptkb:Cannes_Film_Festival
gptkb:Toronto_International_Film_Festival |
| gptkbp:filming_location |
gptkb:Brooklyn
gptkb:New_Jersey gptkb:New_York_City gptkb:Central_Park |
| gptkbp:followed_by |
The List
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| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:Fantasy
gptkb:science_fiction gptkb:comedy gptkb:drama gptkb:fantasy Horror |
| gptkbp:has_parent |
gptkb:Perceval
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| gptkbp:has_role |
gptkb:guardian_of_the_Grail
gptkb:guardian_of_the_Holy_Grail |
| gptkbp:has_wound |
mortal wound
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| gptkbp:healing |
depends on the quest of the hero
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| gptkbp:home_media_release |
gptkb:DVD
gptkb:Blu-ray released on Blu-ray released on DVD released on VHS |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Fisher King
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| gptkbp:influenced |
modern literature
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| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:Monty_Python
gptkb:Redemption gptkb:The_Holy_Grail gptkb:Arthurian_legend gptkb:The_Wizard_of_Oz gptkb:friendship Mental health issues The Fisher King (play) |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:The_Holy_Grail
gptkb:Arthurian_legend Arthurian tales The Fisher King myth |
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:cultural_heritage
gptkb:legendary_figure gptkb:Biblical_figure gptkb:King gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:cultural_icon gptkb:cultural_reference gptkb:tragic_figure symbol of hope figure of folklore mythological archetype character in folklore character in modern adaptations figure in cultural narratives figure of tragedy character in classic literature character in epic tales symbol of the human condition character in medieval literature symbol of the search for identity character in ancient myths character in narrative traditions mythical archetype legendary archetype symbol of the journey towards enlightenment symbol of the quest for meaning mythic archetype mythic figure character in Arthurian tales mythological figure in literature symbol of the interconnectedness of life figure in spiritual literature figure in cultural mythology legendary figure in Western literature mythic figure in storytelling mythic figure in storytelling traditions mythological character in Western culture symbol of spiritual desolation symbol of the quest for wholeness |
| gptkbp:is_a_figure_in |
Christian mythology
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| gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of |
the connection between the physical and spiritual realms
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| gptkbp:is_analyzed_in |
cultural studies
literary studies |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
the theme of redemption
the cycle of life and death the theme of transformation the theme of sacrifice the search for identity the concept of the sacred feminine the quest for meaning the theme of reconciliation the concept of kingship the quest for spiritual enlightenment the theme of spiritual awakening the theme of hope and despair the concept of the wounded healer the idea of spiritual quest the quest for the Grail the theme of the hero's return fertility and regeneration |
| gptkbp:is_character_in |
the play ' The Fisher King' by John Patrick Shanley
the video game ' Kingdom Hearts' the film ' The Fisher King' directed by Terry Gilliam |
| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
gptkb:literary_analysis
psychological analysis discussions of mythology |
| gptkbp:is_connected_to |
the quest for the Holy Grail
the concept of redemption the idea of the hero's journey the cycle of death and rebirth the idea of redemption through love the theme of restoration the Fisher King myth the idea of sacrifice for others the quest for the Grail the idea of the sacred king |
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a complex character
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| gptkbp:is_described_as |
a figure of great wisdom
a character with deep emotional resonance |
| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
psychological analysis
philosophical discussions modern adaptations various forms of media modern interpretations of mythology the context of personal growth psychological interpretations the context of existentialism the context of mythology psychological narratives narratives of loss and recovery the context of healing modern interpretations of Arthurian legend the context of Arthurian romance the context of chivalry |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
literature and film
films and literature T. S. Eliot's poetry |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
his quest for healing
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| gptkbp:is_linked_to |
the theme of redemption
the theme of isolation the theme of loss the concept of sacrifice the theme of healing the theme of hope and despair the idea of divine right the idea of the wounded healer the idea of the hero's sacrifice the theme of redemption through suffering the idea of the sacred king the idea of the cyclical nature of life the idea of the quest for truth the idea of the sacred and the profane the idea of the sacred and the profane. |
| gptkbp:is_mentioned_in |
gptkb:fantasy_literature
various medieval texts |
| gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
the ideal king
the Fisher Queen |
| gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as |
a tragic hero
a figure of wisdom a figure of transformation a figure of hope a figure of compassion a figure of despair a king or ruler a figure of great wisdom a grail a king who has lost his kingdom a suffering ruler a king with a magical realm a figure in need of healing |
| gptkbp:is_often_seen_in |
a reflection of societal issues
a metaphor for personal struggle a symbol of hope and despair. a metaphor for spiritual desolation a representation of human suffering a reflection of the land's health |
| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
gptkb:storytelling
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| gptkbp:is_part_of |
the quest for the Holy Grail
the Arthurian mythos the Grail mythology the Grail legend the larger narrative of Arthurian legends |
| gptkbp:is_portrayed_as |
gptkb:various_adaptations
a tragic hero various films and books films and adaptations |
| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
various art forms
various songs |
| gptkbp:is_related_to |
gptkb:Galahad
gptkb:Perceval themes of sacrifice |
| gptkbp:is_represented_in |
art and literature
various media art and music various adaptations of the Arthurian tales |
| gptkbp:is_set_in |
gptkb:New_York_City
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| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
suffering and redemption
the search for identity the quest for meaning the loss of vitality the connection between the land and the king the connection between the land and its ruler |
| gptkbp:language |
English
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| gptkbp:lives_in |
gptkb:Castle_of_Corbenic
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| gptkbp:music |
gptkb:George_Fenton
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| gptkbp:music_by |
gptkb:George_Fenton
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| gptkbp:notable_quote |
" You have to believe in something."
' I’m not a hero. I’m a coward.' ' I’m not crazy, I’m just a little unwell.' ' You have to believe in something.' ' You’re not a bad person, you’re just a little lost.' " I’m not a hero. I’m just a man." " The world is a very scary place." |
| gptkbp:original_network |
gptkb:Fox
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| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:The_X-Files
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| gptkbp:plot |
A radio host helps a homeless man who believes he is on a quest for the Holy Grail.
A radio host helps a man who believes he is the Fisher King. A killer uses a psychic to find his victims. A radio DJ helps a man who believes he is on a quest for the Holy Grail. |
| gptkbp:preceded_by |
gptkb:The_Host
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| gptkbp:premiered_on |
gptkb:1984
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| gptkbp:produced_by |
gptkb:Steve_Tisch
gptkb:Terry_Gilliam gptkb:Jon_Avnet Judy R. Morris |
| gptkbp:production_company |
gptkb:Gracie_Films
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures |
| gptkbp:rating |
gptkb:R
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| gptkbp:release_country |
gptkb:United_States
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| gptkbp:release_date |
1991-04-19
September 20, 1991 |
| gptkbp:release_format |
gptkb:VHS
Digital Theatrical |
| gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:1991
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| gptkbp:released_in |
gptkb:1991
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| gptkbp:replaced_by |
a pure-hearted individual
a pure knight |
| gptkbp:represents |
suffering and redemption
the suffering of the land wounded king archetype |
| gptkbp:role |
gptkb:guardian_of_the_Grail
|
| gptkbp:runtime |
137 minutes
|
| gptkbp:screenplay |
gptkb:Richard_La_Gravenese
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| gptkbp:screenplay_by |
gptkb:Richard_La_Gravenese
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| gptkbp:season |
2
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| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:New_York_City
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| gptkbp:soundtrack |
gptkb:The_Fisher_King_(soundtrack)
released on CD features original score by George Fenton |
| gptkbp:starring |
gptkb:David_Duchovny
gptkb:Mercedes_Ruehl gptkb:Robin_Williams gptkb:Amanda_Plummer gptkb:Jeff_Bridges gptkb:Gillian_Leigh_Anderson |
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
sacred kingship
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| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:Loss
gptkb:Love gptkb:Redemption gptkb:friendship Mental illness |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:loss
love redemption mental illness |
| gptkbp:viewership |
7.5 million
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| gptkbp:won_award |
gptkb:Academy_Award_for_Best_Supporting_Actor
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| gptkbp:wounded |
in the thigh
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| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Terry_Gilliam
gptkb:Glen_Morgan gptkb:John_Patrick_Shanley |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Reality_(2003)
gptkb:Terry_Gilliam gptkb:Robin_Williams gptkb:Merlin gptkb:Jeff_Bridges gptkb:Rufus gptkb:Tom_Waits gptkb:Time_Out_of_Mind |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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