Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Jeff Bridges | ... | Jack | |
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Adam Bryant | ... | Radio Engineer |
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Paul Lombardi | ... | Radio Engineer |
David Hyde Pierce | ... | Lou Rosen (as David Pierce) | |
Ted Ross | ... | Limo Bum | |
Lara Harris | ... | Sondra | |
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Warren Olney | ... | TV Anchorman |
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Frazer Smith | ... | News Reporter |
Mercedes Ruehl | ... | Anne | |
Kathy Najimy | ... | Crazed Video Customer | |
Harry Shearer | ... | Sitcom Actor Ben Starr | |
Melinda Culea | ... | Sitcom Wife | |
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James Remini | ... | Bum at Hotel |
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Mark Bowden | ... | Doorman |
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John Ottavino | ... | Father at Hotel |
Jack Lucas was once a famous, arrogant and egotistical New York City call-in radio talk show host. Largely self-inflicted due to remorse and grief, Jack goes on a quick downward spiral, both personally and professionally, after a glib comment he makes to one of his regular callers results in that caller going on a murder spree. Three years later, the only emotional and financial support a despondent Jack receives is from his current video store owning girlfriend, Anne. When Jack hits rock bottom, he meets a seemingly crazy and homeless man calling himself Parry. Parry does have mental health issues, namely hallucinations centered around the story of the Fisher King, which is why he has an obsession with obtaining the Holy Grail. When Jack learns of Parry's own background and the reason he got to where he is, Jack feels he needs to be part of Parry's salvation. He figures the way to do so is to connect Parry with Lydia Sinclair, a shy and uncoordinated woman who Parry loves from afar. ... Written by Huggo
I recently saw this movie again. (actually I felt compelled to buy it at a video sale). I have always loved it and I continue to be moved by it. The story has such a romantic and poetic quality. It examines the nature of redemption born, not out of guilt and obligation, but out of a truly selfless act of love for another person. The film rivals "The Shawshank Redemption" in its vision of the triumph of the human spirit, and the elements of fantasy are absolutely breathtaking, especially the scene in Grand Central Station. Definitely one of Robin Williams' most moving performances.