Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Zach Braff | ... | Aidan Bloom | |
Pierce Gagnon | ... | Tucker Bloom | |
Kate Hudson | ... | Sarah Bloom | |
Joey King | ... | Grace Bloom | |
Alexander Chaplin | ... | Rabbi Rosenberg | |
Leslie David Baker | ... | Audition Actor #1 | |
James Avery | ... | Audition Actor #2 | |
Ato Essandoh | ... | Audition Actor #3 | |
Jim Parsons | ... | Paul | |
Mark Thudium | ... | Terry | |
Mandy Patinkin | ... | Gabe | |
Josh Gad | ... | Noah Bloom | |
Allan Rich | ... | Rabbi Twersky | |
Ashley Greene | ... | Janine | |
Michael Weston | ... | Jerry |
'Wish I Was Here' is the story of Aidan Bloom, a struggling actor, father and husband, who at 35 is still trying to find his identity; a purpose for his life. He winds up trying to home school his two children when his father can no longer afford to pay for private education and the only available public school is on its last legs. Through teaching them about life his way, Aidan gradually discovers some of the parts of himself he couldn't find. Written by Anonymous
I was a backer of this movie on Kickstarter that got a online viewing. Zach Braff has created a beautiful movie, something realistic that many can relate to. I have no idea why people would give this such a low rating, even if it's not your cup of tea you can not deny the movie of what it deserves, it is a great film.
I laughed and I cried. Wish I Was Here touched me on such a emotional level mainly because I had to watch my Father die of cancer like so many people in this world have had to. And I could relate to the character Noah (Josh Gad) that played Zachs brother in the film.
The performances were great, especially by Mandy Patinkin who just BLEW me away. His acting class. The depth of each of the characters in this movie was amazing, and this is the reason why so many people should be able to relate to at least one of the characters.
I'm not much of a writer, nor am I a reviewer, in fact this is my first ever on IMDb, but I felt compelled to write about it to help give this movie the respect it deserves. So glad I invested in this movie and helped make it happen. If you are looking for something that will tug at your heart but also make you laugh, then go and see it if you get a chance, you won't regret it. Will be watching it again as soon as I can.