- Genre
- Comedy
- Year
- 2009
- Runtime
- 1h31
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Big Fan
Obsession knows no bounds in this dark comedy-drama.
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Synopsis
Big Fan is a 2009 dark comedy-drama film starring Patton Oswalt as a devoted fan of the New York Giants football team who has his life turned upside down after an encounter with his favorite player. The movie explores themes of obsession, identity, and the blurred line between fandom and reality. As the protagonist's world unravels, he is forced to confront the consequences of his obsession and the true meaning of loyalty and self-worth. With a raw and realistic portrayal of the darker side of sports fandom, Big Fan delves into the complexities of human relationships and the price of misplaced idolatry.
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Reviews
A darkly funny and unnerving tale, Big Fan has been met with critical acclaim. Roger Ebert praised the film, calling it a 'thought-provoking exploration of obsession and celebrity culture,' and gave it a rating of 3.5/4. The San Francisco Chronicle hailed Patton Oswalt's performance as 'captivating' and 'emotionally resonant.' Variety described the movie as 'a gripping study of one man's descent into his own delusions.' Despite its unsettling subject matter, Big Fan has garnered high praise from audiences and critics alike. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a solid 85% rating, Metacritic awarded it a score of 70/100, and IMDb rates it 6.6/10.
