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Wish You Were Here

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Julia Stiles makes her directorial debut in a brilliantly warm and romantic film based on the bestselling novel, Wish You Were Here. Isabelle Fuhrman, Mena Massoud, Jennifer Grey and Kelsey Grammer star in a fascinating movie about leaving the everyday world behind to take a chance on true romance. When the perfect night with a perfect stranger ends suddenly the next morning, Charlotte searches for answers and meaning in her disappointing life until she uncovers a secret that changes everything.
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Nell Minow RogerEbert.com Stiles does make great use of her experience as an actor in her casting and work with the actors. Rated: 2.5/4 Jan 17, 2025 Full Review Courtney Howard Variety Although the memory of this film might not stick around for as long as that of a lost love, it more than earns the postcard sentimentality of its title. Jan 16, 2025 Full Review Alissa Wilkinson New York Times Something about the rhythm feels off: too many pauses, not enough of the propulsion necessary to make the movie sing. Jan 16, 2025 Full Review Miyako Pleines Spectrum Culture At its best, the film surprises us with its quirky way of playing with time, but at its worst, the film plays out like some of the worst hurt/comfort fanfiction out there. Jan 22, 2025 Full Review Ferdosa Abdi Screen Rant Our leads manage to effectively tell a story about how love is always the right path, no matter how much it may hurt. Rated: 5/10 Jan 19, 2025 Full Review Erik Childress Movie Madness Podcast A romantic weepie that confusedly sidesteps its central relationship for a large chunk of the second act only to then try to convince us, like the main character, that her single night encounter with a month-long montage should be her life’s focus. Rated: 1.5/4 Jan 18, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Robyn S I really enjoyed Wish You Were Here. The film simultaneously explores new love with the emotions of deep grief and loyalty. Julia Stiles told the story beautifully with strong performances from the cast. I particularly enjoyed the performance of newcomer Gabby Kono Abdy as the best friend. I expect we will be seeing more of her in future films Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/21/25 Full Review Suzana E Just watched "Wish You Were Here" and wow - I haven't been this moved by a love story in such a long time! The whole movie felt so real and honest, and I found myself tearing up multiple times throughout. There were these lines that just hit me right in the heart (in a good way!), and I've been thinking about them ever since. Can we talk about Helen for a second? As the main character's best friend, she absolutely stole every scene she was in. She was hilarious and brought such great energy to the movie - honestly wish we got to see more of her! Her friendship with the main character felt so genuine, and their scenes together were some of my favorites. The movie just got so many things right about relationships and love. It wasn't trying to be perfect or overly dramatic - it just felt real. There were moments that made me laugh, cry (definitely used up some tissues), and everything in between. If you're looking for a love story that feels authentic and will give you all the feels, definitely check this one out. Just maybe bring some tissues... you might need them! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/21/25 Full Review lina k Emotional, heartfelt, romantic and sweet. I loved this movie! It made me cry but also left me with a profound sense of hope and gratitude for the beauty of life and love. We need more movies like this. It's also the kind of movie that makes you want to read the book. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/20/25 Full Review Nicole L Loved this movie! Laughed and cried… the love story between Charlotte and Adam was portrayed beautifully, and wish we could have seen more of Helen - who’s character brought so much energy to the screen and reminded me of so many silly and sweet moments between myself and my best friends. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/20/25 Full Review Melissa C It was a great movie. Everybody should go see it. Grab your girlfriends and some tissues. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/20/25 Full Review Rebecca R Wish You Were Here has touched me in a way few films ever have. Not since Dying Young, Me Before You, or even The Notebook have I been so moved. Perhaps it's because I’m a cancer survivor, or maybe it's because I’m a sucker for a good love story, or perhaps it’s a little bit of both. Based on Renee Carlino’s novel, this movie is a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and the transformative power of finding a soulmate. Julia Stiles, in her directorial debut, did an incredible job capturing the essence of this story. Charlotte, played by the incredibly endearing Isabelle Fuhrman, and Adam, portrayed by the handsome Mena Massoud, are every bit as compelling and heartwarming as their characters in the book. The chemistry between the two actors is undeniable, and I found myself rooting for them from start to finish. A definite must-see—but be warned, you’ll want to have a box of tissues nearby. You’ll need them. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/19/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Julia Stiles makes her directorial debut in a brilliantly warm and romantic film based on the bestselling novel, Wish You Were Here. Isabelle Fuhrman, Mena Massoud, Jennifer Grey and Kelsey Grammer star in a fascinating movie about leaving the everyday world behind to take a chance on true romance. When the perfect night with a perfect stranger ends suddenly the next morning, Charlotte searches for answers and meaning in her disappointing life until she uncovers a secret that changes everything.
Director
Julia Stiles
Producer
Molly Conners, Amanda Bowers, Gabby Kono-Abdy, Rick Dugdale, Julia Stiles, Siena Oberman
Screenwriter
Julia Stiles, Renée Carlino
Distributor
Lionsgate
Production Co
Phiphen Pictures, Little Fishy, Enderby Entertainment
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Romance, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 17, 2025, Limited
Runtime
1h 39m