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Wonderful World
Happiness is a state of mind
Genres
ComedyDramaRomance
Overview
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.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
89 min
Release Date
2009-01-08
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
51
Vote Average
5.3
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Matthew Broderick
Ben Singer
Sanaa Lathan
Khadi
Michael Kenneth Williams
Ibu
Philip Baker Hall
The Man
Jesse Tyler Ferguson
Cyril
Jodelle Ferland
Sandra
Ally Walker
Eliza
Mia Ford
Maxine - Cyril's Daughter
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