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I Wish You All the Best

2024 1h 32m Drama Romance List
100% Tomatometer 7 Reviews
Based on Mason Deaver's novel, the film follows Ben DeBacker, a non-binary teen who is thrown out of their house and forced to move in with their estranged older sister, Hannah, and her husband, Thomas. Struggling with anxiety, they come out only to Hannah, Thomas, and their art teacher, Ms. Lyons, while trying to keep a low profile at their new school. Ben's attempts to survive junior year unnoticed are thwarted when Nathan, a funny and charismatic student, decides to take Ben under his wing. With the help of Nathan, and his friends Sophie and Mel, Ben discovers themselves and what started as a disastrous turn of events looks like it might just be a chance to start a happier new life. Read More Read Less

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Lovia Gyarkye Hollywood Reporter The film wears its sincerity proudly and, despite its imperfections, has a sense of its purpose. Mar 15, 2024 Full Review Dex Wesley Parra Austin Chronicle What Dorfman and company achieve here is the laying of a new groundwork for the queer cinematic language. Mar 14, 2024 Full Review Rendy Jones Rendy Reviews Endearing, heartbreaking, and full of resounding hope, I Wish You All the Best is a sweet LGBTQ+ coming-of-age tale that will surely help many kids these days – especially those in the closet and without much foundation – feel seen. Rated: 3.5/5 Apr 23, 2024 Full Review Amanda the Jedi Amanda the Jedi (Youtube) A great and necessary addition to the queer coming of age film catalogue. Despite some pacing issues, I Wish You All the Best is filled with heart and empathetic performances that pack an uplifting punch. Sprouse and Daddario are particular standouts. Apr 16, 2024 Full Review Fletcher Peters The Daily Beast Every generation of teens should have its own moving coming-of-age story, and the youngsters of 2024 now have Tommy Dorfman to thank. Apr 4, 2024 Full Review Leo Brady AMovieGuy.com Fogelmanis is a breakout star, never shy to let his emotions pour out, bringing the character of Ben to life with a gentle grace. This is a film that wears its heart on its sleeve and deserves its moment in the sun. Rated: 3/4 Mar 22, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Synopsis Based on Mason Deaver's novel, the film follows Ben DeBacker, a non-binary teen who is thrown out of their house and forced to move in with their estranged older sister, Hannah, and her husband, Thomas. Struggling with anxiety, they come out only to Hannah, Thomas, and their art teacher, Ms. Lyons, while trying to keep a low profile at their new school. Ben's attempts to survive junior year unnoticed are thwarted when Nathan, a funny and charismatic student, decides to take Ben under his wing. With the help of Nathan, and his friends Sophie and Mel, Ben discovers themselves and what started as a disastrous turn of events looks like it might just be a chance to start a happier new life.
Director
Tommy Dorfman
Producer
Matthew Kaplan, Tommy Dorfman
Screenwriter
Tommy Dorfman
Genre
Drama, Romance
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 32m