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Wonderful World (2009)

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Happiness is a state of mind

Ben Singer is a failed children's folk singer, a career proofreader, a less-than-extraordinary weekend dad, and perhaps the most negative man alive. Floundering in all aspects of his life, Ben's only comfort comes from regular chess games and friendly debates on game theory with his Senegalese roommate Ibou. When Ibou is suddenly struck ill, Ben's pessimistic worldview seems unequivocally confirmed. It takes an extended visit from Ibou's sister Khadi for Ben to realize that cynicism may be all a matter of perspective.

Cast & Crew

Director
Joshua Goldin
  • Profile picture of Matthew Broderick
    Ben Singer Matthew Broderick
  • Profile picture of Sanaa Lathan
    Khadi Sanaa Lathan
  • Profile picture of Michael Kenneth Williams
    Ibu Michael Kenneth Williams
  • Profile picture of Philip Baker Hall
    The Man Philip Baker Hall
  • Profile picture of Jesse Tyler Ferguson
    Cyril Jesse Tyler Ferguson
  • Profile picture of Jodelle Ferland
    Sandra Jodelle Ferland
  • Profile picture of Ally Walker
    Eliza Ally Walker
  • Profile picture of Mia Ford
    Maxine - Cyril's Daughter Mia Ford

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Keywords

  • coma
  • guitar
  • dark comedy
  • senegal
  • marijuana
  • interracial relationship
  • children's entertainer