Who I Thought I'd Be (2025)
A frustrated Musician who’s struggled to find an audience is forced to return home to work at his sister's music school. He tries to escape the tedium by writing a new song but he’s struggling to find it amongst the constant distractions. When inspiration finally comes, he’s interrupted by a young student who is drawn in by what he hears. Through their unexpected connection, new music emerges showing that vulnerability can lead to beautiful things. A lighthearted exploration of the songwriting process, the transformative power of music, and what it means to find an audience. Featuring an acting debut and never-before-published music by acclaimed songwriter Jens Kuross and introducing actor/musician Jude Bentham, age 13.
- Date of release
- 2025-07-22
- Runtime
- 16m
- Genres
- Music, Drama
- Director
- Daniel H.A. Stewart
Casting
- Jens Kuross — Musician
- Jude Bentham — Boy Musician
- Chelsi Bentham — Sister
- Jamie Doll — Tired Mom
- Monica Stam — Waiting Room Mom
- Atticus Skinner — Boy with Phone
- Nova Pleasance — Shy Girl
- Hadley Borchert — Music School Student
- Fiona Bentham — Music School Student
- Glen Wu — Music School Student
- Carmella Palgiocchini — Music School Student
- Milo McDermid — Music School Student
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