Movie Cosmos - Better Nate Than Ever

Description:

13-year-old Nate Foster has big Broadway dreams but there’s only one problem — he can’t even land a part in the school play. When his parents leave town, Nate and his best friend Libby sneak off to the Big Apple for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to prove everyone wrong. A chance encounter with Nate’s long-lost Aunt Heidi turns his journey upside-down, and together they must learn that life’s greatest adventures are only as big as your dreams.

Top Cast >

Rueby Wood

As Nate Foster

Lisa Kudrow

As Aunt Heidi

Joshua Bassett

As Anthony Foster

Aria Brooks

As Libby

Norbert Leo Butz

As Rex

Michelle Federer

As Sherrie

Finn Egan-Liang

As Jimmy Madison

Pierson Salvador

As Tall Middle Schooler

Mandy Gonzalez

As Mrs. Wadsworth

Jimmy Ray Bennett

As Fantasy Audition Greeter

Brandon Espinoza

As Local Guy

Kim Rios Lin

As Stage Mom

Kylie Kuioka

As Stage Daughter

Krystina Alabado

As Assistant Casting Director

Brooks Ashmanskas

As Casting Director

Tamika Lawrence

As Drugstore Employee

Priscilla Lopez

As Serious Play Casting Director

George Benson

As George Benson

Keola Simpson

As Garret Kekoa

Anaseini Katoa

As Director

Natasha Yvette Williams

As Principal

Natalie Kaye Clater

As Kimmy

Freddy Zambrana

As Pedestrian (uncredited)

Tess Goldwyn

As Heidi's Competition

Top Crew >

Tim Federle

Screenplay, Director

Gabriel Mann

Original Music Composer

Adam Siegel

Producer

Katie McQuerrey

Editor

Declan Quinn

Director of Photography

Jane Musky

Production Design

Keri Lederman

Set Decoration

Martha Melendez

Makeup Department Head

Lex Hogan

Script Supervisor

Danielle Rigby

First Assistant Director

Marc Platt

Producer

Peter Baran

Art Direction

Kirsten Sylvester

Makeup Artist

Rob Harmon

Hairstylist

Isabelle Henault

Visual Effects Producer

Brad Robinson

Second Assistant Director

Zachary Woodlee

Choreographer

Glenfield Payne

Supervising Sound Editor

Blake Goedde

Visual Effects Supervisor

Jack Dolman

Music Editor

Stephanie Barr

Key Makeup Artist

Gilbert Gertsen

Special Effects Coordinator

Alexis Wiscomb

Post Production Supervisor

Ed Bruce

Visual Effects Supervisor

Guy Efrat

Unit Production Manager

Pamela Thur

Unit Production Manager

Nathan J. Busch II

Hair Department Head

Shellie Biviens

Key Hair Stylist

Tarik Morgan

Electrician

Reviews:

Robbie Grawey

This has one really fantastic musical number in it, the rest of the film ranges from “alright” to “pretty good”. Kinda felt like it didn’t live up to its cinematic potential in a lot of its technical areas but the performances and direction are solid! Mostly left me a bit disappointed that we didn’t get something that much better, because there’s lots to like here.

2022-09-12

tmdb51616167 (6/10)

#FilmReview #BetterNateThanEver #DisneyPlus

Recently released on Disney+, "Better Nate Than Ever" is a delightful watch filled with fun moments and plenty of laughter.

It was a treat to see Lisa Kudrow, known for her role as Phoebe in the TV show Friends, back on screen. Her comedic timing and mannerisms are as charming as ever, making her a joy to watch in any role.

The movie follows a child's dream of making it to Broadway despite facing rejection and feeling isolated. It beautifully portrays the message that perfection is not a prerequisite for success; hard work and determination are what truly matter.

While the film is packed with classic Disney moments, there is a particularly emotional scene involving a young man and his brother portrayed by Joshua Bassett that tugs at the heartstrings. "Better Nate Than Ever" is a heartwarming family film that is both entertaining and touching.

2024-09-03