The Talent Given Us

2004, Drama/Comedy, 1h 38m

51 Reviews 100+ Ratings

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The Talent Given Us is an odd hybrid of reality and fiction, but works due to its engaging characters. Read critic reviews

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Filmmaker Andrew Wagner cast his own mother, father and sisters to portray themselves in this film, which is partially based on their own experiences. Elderly New Yorkers Judy and Allen Wagner wish they were closer to their son, Andrew, who is currently trying to make his mark in Hollywood. The couple drag their adult daughters, Maggie and Emily, along with them on an odyssey across the United States to reunite with Andrew. Along the way, the family's regrets and secrets begin to surface.
  • Genre:
    Drama, Comedy
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Andrew Wagner
  • Producer:
    Andrew Wagner
  • Writer:
    Andrew Wagner
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     original
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  • Distributor:
    Daddy W. Productions
  • Sound Mix:
    Stereo

Cast & Crew

Judy Wagner
Judy
Allen Wagner
Allen
Emily Wagner
Emily
Maggie Wagner
Maggie
Judy Dixon
Bumby
Billy Wirth
Billy
Andrew Wagner
Andrew
Andrew Wagner
Director
Andrew Wagner
Writer
Tom Hines
Associate Producer
Andrew Wagner
Producer
David Dyas
Original Music
Andrew Wagner
Cinematographer
Terri Breed
Film Editor
Richard K. Allen
Sound Re-Recording Mixer
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