Fight Club

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Credits: Far Out / 20th Century Fox
Genre
Psychological drama, thriller
Release Date
October 15, 1999
Directed By
David Fincher
Written By
Jim Uhls
Produced By
Art Linson, Ceán Chaffin, Ross Grayson Bell
Starring
Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, Helena Bonham Carter
Length
139 minutes
Budget
$63 million
Box Office
$101.2 million
Awards
Online Film Critics Society Award for 'Best DVD' (2000), Empire Award for 'Best British Actor' (Edward Norton), Satellite Award for 'Best Sound'
Location
United States
Fiction
Yes
Summary
An unnamed office worker struggling with insomnia becomes friends with the charismatic Tyler Durden after his life falls apart. Together they establish Fight Club, an underground organisation where men gather to fight as a form of self-expression and escape from modern society. As the club grows into the secretive movement Project Mayhem, the narrator finds himself increasingly unable to control Tyler's radical ambitions. A shocking revelation forces him to confront the truth about his own identity before Tyler's plans can be fully realised.
Fun Facts
Brad Pitt voluntarily had a dentist chip one of his teeth for Tyler Durden's appearance before having it restored after filming. ### The famous Starbucks coffee cups hidden throughout the film were an intentional running visual gag by David Fincher. ### Although divisive upon release, 'Fight Club' became a cult classic through its success on home video.
Related Movies
'Se7en', 'American Psycho', 'The Machinist', 'Memento', 'Requiem for a Dream'

‘Fight Club’ is a 1999 psychological drama directed by David Fincher and adapted from Chuck Palahniuk’s 1996 novel of the same name. Initially receiving mixed reviews and modest box office success, the film has since become one of the most influential cult classics in modern cinema.

Known for its provocative themes exploring consumerism, identity, masculinity and alienation, the film is distinguished by Fincher’s stylish direction, innovative visual effects and memorable performances from Brad Pitt, Edward Norton and Helena Bonham Carter.

Its impact on popular culture remains significant, with countless references, academic analysis and enduring fan interest.

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More About Fight Club

'Fight Club' was directed by David Fincher and released in 1999.
Yes. The film is adapted from Chuck Palahniuk's 1996 novel 'Fight Club'.
The film's exploration of identity, consumer culture and masculinity, combined with David Fincher's distinctive direction and its famous twist, helped it gain a devoted following after its home video release.
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