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"Passion Fish" movie poster. Alfre Woodard looking at Mary McDonnell who looks pensive. Below, Mary McDonnell sitting on the edge of a dock, alone.

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Passion Fish

Recommended by: Jen Howell

Release Year: 1992

Runtime: 135 min

Genres: Drama

The Pitch: A soap star must come to terms with an injury that leaves her paralyzed below the waist. She's helped by a nurse with secrets of her own in this brilliantly characterized drama written and directed by John Sayles, who makes the most of the Louisiana setting.

Ratings

Funny: Light Comedy

Scary: Not Scary

Sadness: Somewhat Morose

Pacing: Slow-Burn

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