Who I Thought I'd Be
Synopsis
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.
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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
Lila Bellamy
Music School Student
Daphne Stam
Music School Student
Claire Dewitt
Music School Student
Vivian Krestensen
Music School Student
Piper Karpan
Music School Student
Release History & Theatrical Window
Premiered at LA Shorts International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$15K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel H.A. Stewart
- Screenplay & Story
- Jens Kuross, Sam Griffin, Bryn Bentham
- Original Score
- Jens Kuross, Jude Bentham
- Original Title
- Who I Thought I'd Be
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 16m
- Production Budget
- $15K
- Production Studios
- Good Stewart Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel H.A. Stewart
Jens Kuross, Sam Griffin, Bryn Bentham
Jens Kuross, Jude Bentham
Darryl Augustine
Jon Cole, Daniel H.A. Stewart
Dylan Jenkinson, Daniel H.A. Stewart, Sam Griffin, Bryn Bentham
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel H.A. Stewart
Director
Sam Griffin
Producer
Bryn Bentham
Producer
Jens Kuross
Writer
Sam Griffin
Writer
Bryn Bentham
Writer
Darryl Augustine
Director of Photography
Jon Cole
Editor
Daniel H.A. Stewart
Editor
Mike Bentham
Production Design
Mike Bentham
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Who I Thought I'd Be.
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What is Who I Thought I'd Be about?
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.
Who directed Who I Thought I'd Be?
Who I Thought I'd Be was directed by Daniel H.A. Stewart.
Who stars in Who I Thought I'd Be?
The principal cast of Who I Thought I'd Be includes Jens Kuross, Jude Bentham, Chelsi Bentham, Jamie Doll, Monica Stam.
When was Who I Thought I'd Be released and how long is it?
Who I Thought I'd Be was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 16m.
Who composed the musical score for Who I Thought I'd Be?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Who I Thought I'd Be was composed by Jens Kuross, Jude Bentham.