The Goldfish
Synopsis
This film is an adaptation of Etgar Keret's famed short story 'What Of This Goldfish Would You Wish?' in which a young man named Yoni (Jason Ritter) sets out to make a documentary about the secret longings of everyday Americans. By knocking on strangers doors and asking them this question: 'If you had a magic goldfish that granted you three wishes, what of this goldfish would you wish?' Yoni thinks he will discover the hopes, dreams and greatest wishes his fellow citizens. But Yoni is not prepared when he meets an elderly immigrant named Sergei who we learn has been wrestling with the exact same question for years and is desperate not to lose his old friend-- a beautiful talking goldfish (Lucy Punch).
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Los Angeles Short Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mathieu Young
- Screenplay & Story
- Mathieu Young
- Original Title
- The Goldfish
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mathieu Young
Mathieu Young, Etgar Keret
Justin Simien
Department Leadership Roster
Justin Simien
Editor
Mathieu Young
Director
Mathieu Young
Screenplay
Eddie Perez
Stunt Coordinator
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Goldfish.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Goldfish
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Goldfish about?
This film is an adaptation of Etgar Keret's famed short story 'What Of This Goldfish Would You Wish?' in which a young man named Yoni (Jason Ritter) sets out to make a documentary about the secret longings of everyday Americans. By knocking on strangers doors and asking them this question: 'If you had a magic goldfish that granted you three wishes, what of this goldfish would you wish?' Yoni thinks he will discover the hopes, dreams and greatest wishes his fellow citizens. But Yoni is not prepared when he meets an elderly immigrant named Sergei who we learn has been wrestling with the exact same question for years and is desperate not to lose his old friend-- a beautiful talking goldfish (Lucy Punch).
Who directed The Goldfish?
The Goldfish was directed by Mathieu Young.
Who stars in The Goldfish?
The principal cast of The Goldfish includes Jason Ritter, Lucy Punch, Robert Axelrod, Sarah Smick, David Ghilardi.
When was The Goldfish released and how long is it?
The Goldfish was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 11m.