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Carrie Fisher: Wishful Drinking
"Wishful Drinking" is based on Fisher's memoirs of the same title. The stage adaptation had its world premiere in 2006 at the Geffen Playhouse in L.A. It later played at Berkeley Repertory before opening on Broadway in October at Studio 54. The show takes audiences on a comic tour of Fisher's messy personal life and career. The actress-writer recounts stories about her work on the "Star Wars" series as well as her relationship with her parents Eddie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds. She also discusses her much-publicized problems with alcohol and drugs.
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Plot Summary
Carrie Fisher's one-woman stage show is brought to the screen in this filmed performance. Fisher shares humorous and poignant anecdotes from her life, touching on her experiences as an actress, a writer, and a member of Hollywood royalty. She discusses her famous family, her struggles with addiction and mental health, and her role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars saga with her signature wit and candor.
Critical Reception
Wishful Drinking was generally well-received by critics and audiences alike, praised for Carrie Fisher's sharp wit, honesty, and engaging performance. It was seen as a successful adaptation of her popular one-woman show, offering both humor and heartfelt reflection on her unique life.
What Reviewers Say
Carrie Fisher's unparalleled wit and self-deprecating humor shine through.
An honest and often hilarious look at a life lived in the spotlight and its challenges.
Fisher's performance is captivating, drawing the audience into her personal stories.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The stage show 'Wishful Drinking' was based on Carrie Fisher's New York Times bestselling book of the same name, published in 2008.
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