Stiles does make great use of her experience as an actor in her casting and work with the actors.
Read full articleAlthough 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.
Read full articleSomething about the rhythm feels off: too many pauses, not enough of the propulsion necessary to make the movie sing.
Read full articleThe grand searches for meaning and the combination of their little ventures are not quite expressive or poignant enough to sear hearts and call upon the need to tug on the tissues.
Read full articleAt 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.
Read full articleOur leads manage to effectively tell a story about how love is always the right path, no matter how much it may hurt.
Read full articleA 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.
Read full articleWish You Were Here is an enjoyable watch thanks to Isabelle Fuhrman’s charming performance. Though the romanticism of the film and chemistry of the leads do not land as strongly as needed to elevate it in this already crowded genre.
Read full articleDespite lacking an original premise and depth within the storyline, Wish You Were Here boasts excellent lead performances and strong filmmaking from Stiles.
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