Who I Thought I'd Be
movie

Released July 22, 2025
Overview
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.
Cast
Jens Kuross
as
Musician
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Jude Bentham
as
Boy Musician
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Chelsi Bentham
as
Sister
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Jamie Doll
as
Tired Mom
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Monica Stam
as
Waiting Room Mom
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Atticus Skinner
as
Boy with Phone
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Nova Pleasance
as
Shy Girl
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Hadley Borchert
as
Music School Student
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Fiona Bentham
as
Music School Student
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Glen Wu
as
Music School Student
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Carmella Palgiocchini
as
Music School Student
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Milo McDermid
as
Music School Student
Crew
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Daniel H.A. Stewart
as
Director
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Dylan Jenkinson
as
Executive Producer
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Daniel H.A. Stewart
as
Executive Producer
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Sam Griffin
as
Producer
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Bryn Bentham
as
Producer
Jens Kuross
as
Writer
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Sam Griffin
as
Writer
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Bryn Bentham
as
Writer
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Darryl Augustine
as
Director of Photography
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Jon Cole
as
Editor
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Daniel H.A. Stewart
as
Editor
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David Ovelson
as
First Assistant Camera