The Wedding Planner
The Wedding Planner

The Wedding Planner

2001Movie103 minEnglish

San Francisco's premiere wedding planner, Mary Fiore is rescued from an accident by the man of her dreams, pediatrician Steve Edison, only to find he is the fiancé of her latest client. As Mary continues making their wedding arrangements, she and Steve are put into a string of uncomfortable situations that force them to face their mutual attraction.

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic34/100
Google Users67%
Director: Adam ShankmanGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Mary Fiore is San Francisco's most sought-after wedding planner, known for her meticulous organization and flawless execution. Her professional life is a resounding success, but her personal life is a mess, especially when she falls for the groom, Steve Edison, of the very wedding she is planning. Torn between her career and her heart, Mary must navigate the complex emotions and professional ethics that arise from this unexpected romance.

Critical Reception

The Wedding Planner was a commercial success, grossing over $94 million worldwide. Critically, it received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics citing a predictable plot and formulaic romantic comedy tropes, though Jennifer Lopez's performance was often highlighted.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable but charming romantic comedy carried by Jennifer Lopez.
  • Relies heavily on formulaic plot devices and lacks originality.
  • The chemistry between the leads is a saving grace for some viewers.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a lighthearted and enjoyable romantic comedy, appreciating the chemistry between Jennifer Lopez and Matthew McConaughey. However, many noted that the plot was predictable and followed a common romantic comedy structure.

Fun Fact

During the filming of the scene where Mary and Steve are in the park, it started to rain heavily. The actors and crew had to take shelter, and the scene was eventually completed under adverse weather conditions.

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Kamurai

Kamurai

Underwhelming watch, probably won't watch again, and can't honestly recommend. I think my biggest problems with this are that I can't honestly appreciate Matthew McConaughey or Bridgette Wilson-Sampras despite the quality of their acting...