---
title: "West of Here"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/west-of-here-2002"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 230316
imdb_id: "tt0283680"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 79
community_rating: 3.7
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "R"
---

# West of Here (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/west-of-here-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

West of Here is a 2002 drama, music, and romance film that explores the journey of a man seeking a new path. The story follows Gil Blackwell, portrayed by Josh Hamilton, who finds his primary escape from a monotonous business life in Boston through music. Following the death of his cousin in a car accident, Gil decides to leave his current life behind. Despite disapproval from his father, he takes the family's antique truck and sets out on a trip toward California. During his travels, a chance encounter leads to a reunion with an old college flame named Genevieve, played by Mary Stuart Masterson. Genevieve subsequently joins Gil on his journey. The film has a runtime of one hour and nineteen minutes and received an R rating. It was released in the United States on June 9, 2002. The production features a cast of twelve actors who appear throughout the movie. The film is categorized as a drama, music, and romance production and is marketed with the tagline that love is the greatest journey of all.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Peter Masterson
- **Networks / Studios**: Picture Park

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Josh Hamilton** as *Gilbert Blackwell*
- **Mary Stuart Masterson** as *Genevieve Anderson*
- **Guillermo Díaz** as *Thomas*
- **Carlin Glynn** as *Sally Blackwell*
- **Norbert Leo Butz** as *Josiah Blackwell*
- **Tate Donovan** as *Dexter Anderson*
- **Elisabeth Moss** as *Cherise*
- **Henry Harris** as *Man Walking Husky*
- **Kurt Soderstrom** as *Café Louis Manager*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch West of Here online?
West of Here is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Fawesome, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is West of Here worth watching?
West of Here holds a community rating of 3.7/10 based on 3 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Music for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie West of Here and when was it released?
West of Here is a feature film with a runtime of 79 minutes. It was released in 2002. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed West of Here?
West of Here was directed by Peter Masterson.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [West of Here — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/230316)
- [West of Here (2002) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/230316-west-of-here)
- [West of Here (2002) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/west-of-here/1220873/credits/)
- [West of Here (2002) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/west-of-here/credits)
- [West of Here (2002) | Creators | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/en/film/19846-west-of-here/cast/)

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