A moving new coming-of-age queer film, I Wish You All the Best, is set to premiere in South African cinemas this November.
The American production is already making waves for its tender, honest portrayal of identity, love, and belonging.
The directorial and screenwriting debut of Tommy Dorfman (best known for playing the role of Ryan Shaver in the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why), the film brings Mason Deaver’s beloved best-selling novel to life in a beautifully modern and deeply emotional way.”
About the Film
I Wish You All the Best follows a high school junior, Ben DeBacker (played by Corey Fogelmanis), who comes out as non-binary. It doesn’t go well, and they are subsequently kicked out of their family home.
Left with nowhere else to turn, they move in with their estranged older sister (Alexandra Daddario) and her husband (Cole Sprouse).
Starting over in a new school, they find an unexpected ally in a quirky art teacher (Lena Dunham) and form a life-changing friendship with a kind-hearted student, portrayed by Miles Gutierrez-Riley.
Through humour, heartbreak, and healing, I Wish You All the Best captures the journey of discovering who you are and finding family and love in the most unexpected places.
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Why It Matters
I Wish You All the Best brings visibility to non-binary and queer experiences rarely explored on screen, and does so with honesty, warmth, and care.
It’s a film that will speak to anyone who’s ever felt like they didn’t belong, reminding us that self-acceptance and community can change everything.
The Hollywood Reporter says that “I Wish You All the Best is a heartfelt ode to the experiences of nonbinary teens that doesn’t only prioritize the most disturbing experiences. It has the tenor of a show like Netflix’s Heartstopper.”
The Daily Beast added that, “The upcoming and current generation of queer—and especially non-binary—youth is lucky to have this movie in their back pocket as they continue to explore their identities.”
I Wish You All the Best opens in South African cinemas on 7 November 2025. Look out for details on our social media on how to win tickets to a special screening of the film!
