
Storytelling(2001)
College and high school serve as the backdrop for two stories about dysfunction and personal turmoil.


“A little heartache, a lot of love.”
The story of Bea Johnson from birth to graduation as she navigates life with an intellectually disabled parent and an extended family who can't quite agree on the best way to help.

Kiernan Shipka
Bea Johnson

Alexandra Daddario
Joy

Charlie Plummer
Ethan

Jean Smart
Peg

Jacki Weaver
Loretta

Kannon Omachi
Nia

Dash Mihok
Derek

Reid Scott
Ben
Samantha Hyde
Sharon

Ryan Kiera Armstrong
Young Bea
Wildflower is a comedy, drama film released in 2023 exploring themes of high school, dysfunctional family. Directed by Matt Smukler, it stars Kiernan Shipka, Alexandra Daddario, Charlie Plummer. The story of Bea Johnson from birth to graduation as she navigates life with an intellectually disabled parent and an extended family who can't quite agree on the best way to help.
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