

Passion Fish
- Drama
After an accident leaves her a paraplegic, a former soap opera star struggles to recover both emotionally and mentally, until she meets her newest nurse, who has struggles of her own.
Passion Fish is a 1992 drama film about a former soap opera star who becomes a paraplegic following an accident and must navigate her emotional and physical recovery with the help of her new nurse. Directed by John Sayles, the film explores themes of resilience, human connection, and second chances as two women with their own deep struggles form an unlikely bond.
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Mary McDonnellMay-Alice Culhane
Alfre WoodardChantelle
Vondie Curtis-HallSugar LeDoux
David StrathairnRennie
Leo BurmesterReeves
Nora DunnTi-Marie
Mary PortserPrecious
Angela BassettRhonda / Dawn
Sheila KelleyKim
Nancy MetteNina
Lenore BanksNurse Quick- Will MahoneyMax
- Nelle StokesTherapist #1
- Brett ArdoinTherapist #2
Michael MantellDr. Kline

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When was Passion Fish released?
Passion Fish was released on December 11, 1992.
What is Passion Fish about?
The film follows a former soap opera actress who becomes paraplegic after an accident and must deal with her emotional and physical recovery. Her journey takes a turn when she meets her new nurse, who is also battling her own personal demons.
Who directed Passion Fish?
The film was directed by John Sayles, known for his work on character-driven independent dramas.



















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