Wish I Was Here (2014) movie poster

Wish I Was Here (2014)

"Life is an occasion. Rise to it."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 63%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 44% (RT: 45%, MC: 43) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaComedy

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Runtime
1h 47m
Country
France, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (769 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
45%
Metacritic
43
Cast
Zach Braff as Aidan Bloom
Kate Hudson as Sarah Bloom
Joey King as Grace Bloom
Ashley Greene as Janine
Josh Gad as Noah Bloom
Jim Parsons as Paul
It's divisive. Only 63% of audiences liked it based on 769 votes. Critics gave it 44%.
Overview
Aidan Bloom, a struggling actor, father and husband, is 35 years old and still trying to find a purpose for his life. He and his wife are barely getting by financially and Aidan passes his time by fantasizing about being the great futuristic Space-Knight he'd always dreamed he'd be as a little kid. When his ailing father can no longer afford to pay for private school for his two kids and the only available public school is on its last legs, Aidan reluctantly agrees to attempt to home-school them. Through teaching them about life his way, Aidan gradually discovers some of the parts of himself he couldn't find. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Wish I Was Here was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • The iconic poster for Wish I Was Here was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Zach Braff cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Wish I Was Here is a 2014 drama, comedy film directed by Zach Braff. Aidan Bloom, a struggling actor, father and husband, is 35 years old and still trying to find a purpose for his life. He and his wife are barely getting by financially and Aidan passes his time by fantasizing about being the great futuristic Space-Knight he'd always dreamed he'd be as a little kid.

When his ailing father can no longer afford to pay for private school for his two kids and the only available public school is on its last legs, Aidan reluctantly agrees to attempt to home-school them. Through teaching them about life his way, Aidan gradually discovers some of the parts of himself he couldn't find. The film has been rated by 769 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Wish I Was Here delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Wish I Was Here (2014) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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