This is a very compelling sports themed film; you really feel for the character as you see him seep deeper into a spiraling depression of anguish. He continues to fall off the deep end in his life and loses his sanity pieces at a time. Robert D. Siegel directed and also wrote the screenplay. He is a former Editor in Chief of “The Onion” website (a news publication online focusing on various subjects) this film was praised by different media as a standout and was both nominated and won a few different awards.
The film was categorized as a comedy, but it is nothing like a comedy. There might be a couple mildly amusing moments, but the film is very drama filled with a good in depth look at a man’s life who is obsessed with the New York Giants NFL football team. The leading character named Paul Aufiero is played by Patton Oswalt who is better known for his comedic roles in shows like The King of Queens as Spence Olchin. He also has done some standup comedy for HBO and Comedy Central networks.
His best friend Sal is played by Kevin Corrigan who shares a common interest as a fan of the New York Giants NFL football team as well. Together they attend the games (in the parking lot of the home stadium) Paul’s mother is played by Marcia Jean Kurtz and is very convincing in the part. Paul’s brother Jeff is played by Gino Cafarelli who I thought was great in the role and equally believable. Matt Servitto appears in this as Detective Velarde, he has an extensive television resume. Polly Humphreys plays Paul’s sister Christine and her husband Dennis is played by Joe Garden. Sidné Anderson plays Dr. Parker; and Michael Rapaport plays Philadelphia Phil a rival fan of the Philadelphia Eagles NFL team.
Paul is obsessed with a particular player on the Giant’s roster named Quantrell Bishop played by Jonathan Hamm. He is a fictitious quarterback. In his eyes he can do no wrong, and when push comes to shove everything falls to pieces in this unusual obsession. Each time the Giants play, he calls in to a radio show giving his input on what happened game day. As this happens we see him change throughout the story. I think Patton Oswalt delivered an unexpected performance and really shined in this role. The film is certainly worthy to see and will leave you bedazzled by the end of it. I think every sports fan will appreciate this one, but it leaves room for a vast audience.
Big Fan (2009) Review , 4.0 out of 5 based on 1 rating
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