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The Wishmakers

The Wishmakers

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The Wishmakers

"Together, they'll make each others' dream come true."

2011

1h 28m

3.7(12 votes)

Comedy

Romance

Overview

Three young gay men arrive in Los Angeles to fulfill their dreams and aspirations, during a summer which will change their lives. In a world of You Tube celebrities, unemployment, downward mobility, and socializing through Facebook, they make a wish in a fountain to find love, fame, and transcendence. Will any of them do it?

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Cast & crew

6 featured cast members

Starring

Ari Sorrentino

Ben

Matt Achine

Corey

Justin Martindale

Jason

Sally Kirkland

Sally Kirkland

Mary

Robert Prior

The Shaman

Scott Hislop

Scott Hislop

Craig

Creative team

Directed by: David Grotell
Written by: David Grotell

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