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The One I Wrote for You

  • 20142014
  • PGPG
  • 1h 50m
IMDb RATING
5.8/10
364
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The One I Wrote for You (2014)
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  • Drama
  • Family
  • Music

A singer and songwriter, who gave up his dream is entered into a Reality TV songwriting contest. But after losing the first two rounds, he takes on a win-at-all-costs attitude, even if winni... Read allA singer and songwriter, who gave up his dream is entered into a Reality TV songwriting contest. But after losing the first two rounds, he takes on a win-at-all-costs attitude, even if winning means losing himself.A singer and songwriter, who gave up his dream is entered into a Reality TV songwriting contest. But after losing the first two rounds, he takes on a win-at-all-costs attitude, even if winning means losing himself.

IMDb RATING
5.8/10
364
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Andy Lauer
  • Writers
    • David Kauffman(story)
    • Steven Sessions
  • Stars
    • Cheyenne Jackson
    • Kevin Pollak
    • Christine Woods
Top credits
  • Director
    • Andy Lauer
  • Writers
    • David Kauffman(story)
    • Steven Sessions
  • Stars
    • Cheyenne Jackson
    • Kevin Pollak
    • Christine Woods
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 6User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
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  • Videos1

    The One I Wrote for You
    Trailer 1:41
    The One I Wrote for You

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    The One I Wrote for You (2014)
    On the Red Carpet at the Premiere of, "The One I Wrote For You".
    Andy Lauer in The One I Wrote for You (2014)
    directing Rafael de La Fuente, Cheyenne Jackson, Cameron Kauffman, Kevin Pollack & Enid Graham
    Directing Cameron Kauffman on in The One I Wrote 4 You
    Directing Kevin Pollack in The One I Wrote 4 You
    Avi Lake at the "The One I Wrote for You" Premier
    Avi Lake promoting "The One I Wrote for You"
    Avi Lake promoting "The One I Wrote for You"
    Avi Lake at the premier of "The One I Wrote for You"
    Avi Lake, Cheyenne Jackson & David Kaufmann promoting "The One I Wrote for You"
    Avi Lake, Cheyenne Jackson & David Kaufmann promoting "The One I Wrote for You"

    Top cast

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    Cheyenne Jackson
    Cheyenne Jackson
    • Ben Cantoras Ben Cantor
    Kevin Pollak
    Kevin Pollak
    • Mickeyas Mickey
    Christine Woods
    Christine Woods
    • Alicia Cantoras Alicia Cantor
    Avi Lake
    Avi Lake
    • Gracie Cantoras Gracie Cantor
    Christopher Lloyd
    Christopher Lloyd
    • Popas Pop
    Rafael de la Fuente
    Rafael de la Fuente
    • Rafael Amatoas Rafael Amato
    Cameron Kauffman
    Cameron Kauffman
    • Angel Fenderas Angel Fender
    Enid Graham
    Enid Graham
    • Jan Fenderas Jan Fender
    Douglas Caballero
    • Trip Richardsas Trip Richards
    Rushi Kota
    Rushi Kota
    • Joe Barryas Joe Barry
    Brad Leland
    Brad Leland
    • Mr. Harrisonas Mr. Harrison
    ErinRose Widner
    ErinRose Widner
    • Pennyas Penny
    Andrew Sensenig
    Andrew Sensenig
    • Wes Colborneas Wes Colborne
    Amanda Phillips
    • Meganas Megan
    Evelyn Hurley
    Evelyn Hurley
    • Jinkyas Jinky
    Rif Hutton
    Rif Hutton
    • Larry Fraseras Larry Fraser
    Samantha Stewart
    Samantha Stewart
    • Female PAas Female PA
    Mariana Alvarez
    Mariana Alvarez
    • Carmelaas Carmela
    • Director
      • Andy Lauer
    • Writers
      • David Kauffman(story)
      • Steven Sessions
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    Storyline

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    The One I Wrote For You is an inspirational, family-oriented feature film set to release in 2014. The movie tells the heartwarming story of Ben Cantor, a talented, 30-something songwriter and musician who gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to finally hit it big when his precocious ten-year old daughter secretly enters him into a Reality TV show songwriting contest. Though burned by a record deal years ago, past his "prime" to make it as a pop star and concerned they'll change who he is, Cantor enters the contest after being encouraged by his wife, Alicia, and former manager, Mickey. As he struggles through his doubts and overcomes formidable opponents in the competition, Ben's journey captures the hearts of millions of viewers - including his own daughter and wife - touching all those who follow his rise to stardom, fall from grace, and eventual return to what matters most: his family. —David Kauffman
    • san antonio texas
    • husband wife relationship
    • father daughter relationship
    • father son relationship
    • singer songwriter
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    • Taglines
      • Follow your heart.
    • Genres
      • Drama
      • Family
      • Music
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated PG for some mild language and thematic elements
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    • Trivia
      The coffee shop that the main character works at called The Monterey is actually a restaurant also called The Monterey.

    User reviews6

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    Enjoyed This Movie Very Much
    Yeah, it was totally predictable and schmaltzy. I asked if it was a Lifetime movie more than once. Unfortunately they did not do enough research. The reality shows that showcase songwriters take complete ownership of any and all songs submitted. Sleazy deal? "Send us a demo of your best songs and if we like them we'll screw you out of them". But delusional musicians go for it to get their 5 minutes of exposure. I looked at one of the contracts and said "No Freakin' Way!"

    Good story, good music. What more do you want?
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    • russellcausey
    • Apr 9, 2020

    Details

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    • Release date
      • February 15, 2016 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The Song
    • Filming locations
      • San Antonio, Texas, USA
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $58,872
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $48,643
      • Dec 7, 2014
    • Gross worldwide
      • $58,872
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 50 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital

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