Directed by David Fincher and released in 1999, Fight Club is a psychological thriller based on the novel of the same name by Chuck Palahniuk. In the film, Edward Norton plays the unnamed protagonist, a disillusioned office worker who suffers from insomnia and consumer culture. His life changes dramatically when he meets Tyler Durden, played by Brad Pitt, a charismatic soap salesman with a subversive philosophy.
Together, they form an underground fight club as an outlet for male aggression and rebellion against societal norms. The club quickly grows into a larger organization known as Project Mayhem, whose goal is to dismantle consumerist society. The film is known for its black humor, iconic dialogue, and innovative visual effects, including the famous twist at the end that reveals that the protagonist and Tyler are the same person, and depicts the conflict between conformity and self-identity. Themes of masculinity, nihilism, and the search for meaning in a materialistic world are heard throughout.
Fight Club received mixed reviews when it was first released, but has since gained a cult following and is often cited as one of the best films of the 1990s. His critique of modern society and search for identity continues to spark discussions about the effects of mental health and consumerism. The film’s memorable dialogue and striking imagery have cemented its status as a cultural touchstone.
FightClub - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | FightClub |
| Genre: | PsychologicalThriller/Drama |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | DavidFincher |
| Main Cast: | BradPitt, EdwardNorton, HelenaBonhamCarter |
| Release Date: | October15,1999 |
| Banner: | 20thCenturyFox, RegencyEnterprises, LinsonFilms |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | $63m |
| Runtime: | 139min |
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