Best Man Down
Best Man Down

Movie spotlight

Best Man Down

2012
Movie
90 min
English

A newlywed couple cancels their honeymoon and returns to the snowy Midwest to make the funeral arrangements for their best man, who died unexpectedly after their ceremony.

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Director: Corbin BernsenGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A groom wakes up alone on his wedding day, discovering his best man has gone missing. He embarks on a chaotic journey to find his friend, encountering unexpected people and situations along the way. The search for the best man becomes a quest for self-discovery and understanding.

Critical Reception

Best Man Down received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its blend of comedy and drama uneven. While some praised the performances, particularly from the lead actors, the film was often criticized for its predictable plot and underdeveloped themes. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to balance its comedic and dramatic elements, resulting in an inconsistent tone.

  • Performances from the main cast are a highlight but can't quite salvage the film's narrative weaknesses.

  • The plot is seen as overly predictable and lacks the depth to fully engage viewers.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and their sentiments for 'Best Man Down' is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by actor Corbin Bernsen, marking one of his directorial efforts.

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2 reviews
Kamurai

Kamurai

Really good watch, could watch again, and can recommend. This honestly isn't a traditional comedy: it's more a mystery than a comedy. I'm not a big fan of Tyler Labine, but he does do charmingly hapless really well, and he carries the...

Reno

Reno

> How one sad event that changed many peoples' lives. Originally it was known as 'Lumpy', but this new title seems much better. Even though this title name is somewhat misleading regarding the film subject. I saw it a couple of years del...