Fight Club, directed by David Fincher and released in 1999, is an adaptation of Chuck Palahniuk’s novel of the same name. The film follows an unnamed protagonist, commonly referred to as the Narrator, played by Edward Norton, who struggles with insomnia and dissatisfaction in his consumer-driven life. Seeking meaning and connection, he attends various support groups for ailments he does not have, finding solace in the emotional vulnerability of others.
Fight Club - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
movie: | Fight Club |
IMDB Rating: | 8.8/10 |
Genre: | Drama |
Language: | English |
Director: | David Fincher |
Main Cast: | 20th Century Fox Regency Enterprises Art Linson Productions |
Release Date: | October 15, 1999 |
Banner: | Edward Norton as the Narrator Brad Pitt as Tyler Durden Helena Bonham Carter as Marla Singer Meat Loaf as Robert Paulsen |
Music: | Not available |
Budget: | $63 million |
Runtime: | 139 minutes |
The Narrator’s life changes dramatically when he meets Tyler Durden, portrayed by Brad Pitt. Tyler is charismatic and anti-establishment, representing a radical departure from societal norms. After the Narrator’s apartment is destroyed, he and Tyler form an underground Fight Club, where men gather to engage in bare-knuckle brawling as a form of emotional release and rebellion against societal expectations.