Wish We Were Here
Wish We Were Here

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Wish We Were Here

2018
Movie
76 min
Japanese

A story of two friends who grew up in the same housing complex in Tokyo but drifted apart after 3/11/2011.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Jeff StapletonGenres: Documentary, Family

Plot Summary

The film follows Richard Stapleton as he navigates his childhood home after his father's passing. While sorting through memories and belongings, Richard finds himself reconnecting with his estranged mother and siblings. The documentary explores themes of family, grief, and the complexities of returning to one's roots.

Critical Reception

Wish We Were Here received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its emotional honesty and intimate portrayal of a family dealing with loss. Some found it to be a poignant and relatable exploration of memory and reconciliation, while others noted its slow pacing and conventional documentary style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw and emotional exploration of grief and family dynamics.

  • Appreciated for its intimate and personal storytelling.

  • Some critics found the pacing to be slow and the narrative structure less compelling.

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Fun Fact

The documentary was filmed over several years, capturing the evolving relationships and emotional journey of the Stapleton family.

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