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Movie Info

Release Date: December 10, 2003
Runtime: 125 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (13)
Genres:
Drama Adventure Fantasy
Budget: $70,000,000
Revenue: $123,200,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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76%
Tomatometer
58
58/100
Metacritic
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7.8/10
TMDB
7,683 votes
⭐
7.9/10
IMDb
477,668 votes
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Big Fish

2003

"Dreams weave reality, but truth swims deeper."

Also known as: πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ES: El gran pez? πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ DE: Big Fish - Der Zauber, der ein Leben zur Legende macht? πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή PT: Peixe Grande? πŸ‡°πŸ‡· KO: λΉ… 피쉬? πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ ZH: ε€§ζ™Ίθ‹₯魚? All international titles (13) →

Awards & Recognition

0 Wins
1 Nominations
1 Total
BAFTA
1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner
2004 BAFTA Best Supporting Actor Albert Finney

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 2/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 2/5
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Available in Romania on HBO Max

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Box Office

Budget: $70,000,000
Revenue: $123,200,000
Profit $53,200,000
ROI +76% (1.8x)

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Big Fish is directed by Tim Burton .

Crew & Production

Keywords

#parent child relationship 130 #witch 49 #love of one's life 47 #witty 45 #cancer 32 #grand 25 #relationship 25 #magic realism 24 #enchant 24 #factual 16 #circus 13 #mermaid 10 #fish 9 #fishing 9 #leech 4

Trivia & Fun Facts about Big Fish

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  • Tim Burton employed a vibrant color palette and whimsical production design to create the fantastical world of Edward Bloom, which contrasts sharply with the more subdued tones of the real-world scenes.

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  • Ewan McGregor's performance as the younger Edward Bloom was inspired by the storytelling style of his character, capturing a sense of wonder and charm that resonates throughout the film.

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  • The film features a scene where Edward Bloom interacts with a giant, which was achieved using a combination of practical effects and digital enhancements to create a seamless visual experience.

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  • In the scene where Edward is in the circus, the character of the witch is played by Helena Bonham Carter; she also appears as a different character later in the film, showcasing her versatility.

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  • During the film's climax, the use of the song 'Sweet Child o' Mine' by Guns N' Roses serves to enhance the emotional weight of the narrative, underscoring key moments in Edward's life.

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  • A continuity error occurs when Edward Bloom is depicted wearing different shirts in consecutive scenes that are meant to occur in the same time frame, which can distract attentive viewers.

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  • The film's blend of fantasy and reality has drawn comparisons to Burton's earlier works, particularly 'Edward Scissorhands', highlighting his recurring themes of storytelling and the search for identity.

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