Cast
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Hera Hilmar
as Halla
Sam Keeley
as Tom
Gunnar Cauthery
as Cabaret singer
Auður Aradóttir
as Linda
Lizzie Winkler
as Cabaret singer
Jim Findley
as The vendor
Natali Servat
as Sylvia
Patrik Nökkvi Pétursson
as Daníel
Jacob Seelochan
as George
Hrafnhildur Eyrún Hlynsdóttir
as Karen
Augustin Hardy
as Handsome man
Tristan Pretty
as Costumer
Henry Broom
as Costumer
Rick James
as Old man
Linn Johansson
as Theatre director
Crew
Director
- Inga Lísa Middleton
Writer
- Inga Lísa Middleton
Producer
- Arnar Benjamín Kristjánsson
- Skuli Fr. Malmquist
- Augustin Hardy
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Wish examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Inga Lísa Middleton brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2020, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Wish took approximately 31 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 19 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 51 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 47 unique compositions.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 27, 2020
- Runtime: 19m