The Wedding Party

Rating:
Summary: I AGREE WITH "DEPRESSING"
Review: I noticed in a previous review that the reviewer thought this movie dark and depressing, and Zero of 3 people found this info "useful" .... probably only because those who disagree are the only ones to respond concerning the review's "usefulness." I personally think the review WAS useful, because it gives a point of view that one can think upon before deciding to watch the movie. I decided to watch it, and lo and behold, the jacket that said "The hilarious story of two women and the man who's trapped in the middle," ... Wow, that was WAY OFF the mark. The story isn't hilarious despite a few amusing moments, the story isn't romantic despite some kisses and sexual content, and the story isn't about a man trapped in the middle. One of Guy's last replies to his orphan friend says it all: "The trouble with happiness is, you don't know when you have it, you just remember it. Ask me again in 10 years."

This pretty much sums the story up. He remembered back, the bad and the good of his relationship with Jenny, and he "remembered" being "happy" with her, and was now not so sure if he was happy with his wife. Having no present perception of happiness is a miserable and sad and depressing view of life. So yes, I do agree with the reviewer who called this movie "dark and depressing."

Rating:
Summary: Especially for fans of Richard Roxburgh
Review: The Wedding Party is a gem of a movie - a small film with a lot of heart. Richard Roxburgh is the main character, Guy Jameson, who is getting married to Cate Blanchett. On their wedding night, though, he is reflecting upon his prior live-in relationship with Frances O'Connor, and wondering if he is marrying the wrong woman. Richard Roxburgh is superb and you really get to like Guy, and feel for his dilemma (although I did find myself wondering what he saw in either one). Then again, Richard is great in everything he does, and not too hard on the eyes either! I highly recommend this film, especially the tree-trimming scene (my favourite)!

Rating:
Summary: Especially for fans of Richard Roxburgh
Review: The Wedding Party is a gem of a movie - a small film with a lot of heart. Richard Roxburgh is the main character, Guy Jameson, who is getting married to Cate Blanchett. On their wedding night, though, he is reflecting upon his prior live-in relationship with Frances O'Connor, and wondering if he is marrying the wrong woman. Richard Roxburgh is superb and you really get to like Guy, and feel for his dilemma (although I did find myself wondering what he saw in either one). Then again, Richard is great in everything he does, and not too hard on the eyes either! I highly recommend this film, especially the tree-trimming scene (my favourite)!

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Summary: aka Thank God he met Lizzie
Review: This Australian film is unusual since it is written and directed by women yet concerns the emotional state of a man. It centres on Guy (Richard Roxburgh) marrying Lizzie (Cate Blanchett) yet still haunted by his past relationship with Jenny (Frances O'Connor). O'Connor here displays her range. Her Jenny is funny and impulsive yet messy and ugly, and easily no comparsion with the haughty dull Blanchett, so it's little wonder Guy has trouble forgetting her. Director Cherie Nowlan intercuts the marriage ceremony with Guy's memories, and adds comic quips and hilarious turns by Celia Ireland and Lucy Bell in minor roles. Roxburgh is likeably sheepish and the best I can say about Blanchett is that looks lovely in her wedding gown. The anaemic lighting by Kathryn Millis also gives the modern scenes an interesting dated look. I like the sadness that overtakes the film, giving the end a resonance. Screenplay by Alexandra Long. See this one.

Rating:
Summary: NOT romantic, NOT a comedy
Review: This film is not what I was expecting. The review on the back of the box describes the film as "Warm and Witty" but I found it to be dark and depressing.
Everyone loves a romantic wedding, but those who are looking for something that is lighthearted and funny would find "Father of the Bride" (I recommend the 1950 version starring Spencer Tracy), "The Wedding Banquet" or "Four Weddings and a Funeral" to be more enjoyable.

Rating:
Summary: NOT romantic, NOT a comedy
Review: This film is not what I was expecting. The review on the back of the box describes the film as "Warm and Witty" but I found it to be dark and depressing.
Everyone loves a romantic wedding, but those who are looking for something that is lighthearted and funny would find "Father of the Bride" (I recommend the 1950 version starring Spencer Tracy), "The Wedding Banquet" or "Four Weddings and a Funeral" to be more enjoyable.

Rating:
Summary: NOT romantic, NOT a comedy
Review: This film is not what I was expecting. The review on the back of the box describes the film as "Warm and Witty" but I found it to be dark and depressing.
Everyone loves a romantic wedding, but those who are looking for something that is lighthearted and funny would find "Father of the Bride" (I recommend the 1950 version starring Spencer Tracy), "The Wedding Banquet" or "Four Weddings and a Funeral" to be more enjoyable.

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Summary: Plesant little sleeper for fans of Cate Blanchett
Review: This film was originally released in Australia in 1997 with the title "Thank God He Met Lizzie". The "he" of the title is Guy, a hapless single who has long been trying to overcome a breakup with Jenny (Frances O'Connor, "Mansfield Park," "A.I."). We see this breakup in flashback as Guy is preparing to marry Lizzie (Blanchett) after a whirlwind courtship.

Throughout the courtship, and throughout the wedding, nothing seems quite right. Should Guy still be thinking about Jenny this much? Does he really love Lizzie, whose family has run roughshod over his desire for a simple wedding?

None of these questions are really resolved in this pleasant sleeper, which isn't quite as much of a romantic comedy as the packaging would make it seem. There are two events that occur near the end of the movie that seem to indicate that Guy has made the wrong choice--but I won't spoil them here.

The acting is all first-rate, and Roxburgh ("Moulin Rouge") carries the film well. But there is nothing truly special about this movie, and it might be best recommended to fans of Cate Blanchett.

Rating:
Summary: Plesant little sleeper for fans of Cate Blanchett
Review: This film was originally released in Australia in 1997 with the title "Thank God He Met Lizzie". The "he" of the title is Guy, a hapless single who has long been trying to overcome a breakup with Jenny (Frances O'Connor, "Mansfield Park," "A.I."). We see this breakup in flashback as Guy is preparing to marry Lizzie (Blanchett) after a whirlwind courtship.

Throughout the courtship, and throughout the wedding, nothing seems quite right. Should Guy still be thinking about Jenny this much? Does he really love Lizzie, whose family has run roughshod over his desire for a simple wedding?

None of these questions are really resolved in this pleasant sleeper, which isn't quite as much of a romantic comedy as the packaging would make it seem. There are two events that occur near the end of the movie that seem to indicate that Guy has made the wrong choice--but I won't spoil them here.

The acting is all first-rate, and Roxburgh ("Moulin Rouge") carries the film well. But there is nothing truly special about this movie, and it might be best recommended to fans of Cate Blanchett.

Rating:
Summary: It Was So Sad!
Review: This is NOT a comedy! It made me cry! It really makes you see the reality of why people get married and to whom and that it can just be circumstance and what they think they "should" want. How did Don Henley put it? "What are these voices outside loves' open door makes us throw off our contentment and beg for something more?"
I'm glad I bought it.