Table 19
Table 19

Table 19

2017Movie87 minEnglish

Eloise, having been relieved of maid of honor duties after being unceremoniously dumped by the best man via text, decides to attend the wedding anyway – only to find herself seated with five fellow-unwanted guests at the dreaded Table 19.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Metacritic43/100
Google Users60%
Director: Jeffrey BlitzGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Eloise, feeling like the odd one out, finds herself seated at the dreaded 'table 19' at her best friend's wedding. This table is reserved for the distant acquaintances and uninvited plus-ones, leading to a hilarious and unexpected bonding experience for its occupants. As the night unfolds, Eloise and her fellow misfits navigate awkward conversations and shared experiences, discovering common ground and finding their own form of celebration.

Critical Reception

Table 19 received mixed reviews from critics, with many finding its premise promising but ultimately underdeveloped. While the cast was generally praised for their performances, the film struggled to deliver consistent laughs or a truly engaging narrative, leading to a generally lukewarm reception from both critics and audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film boasts a charming ensemble cast, but they struggle to elevate a predictable and often bland script.
  • While some moments offer genuine humor, the overall comedic payoff is inconsistent.
  • The romantic subplot feels forced and lacks chemistry, detracting from the potential of the ensemble's interactions.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a pleasant, light-hearted diversion with a few standout performances. However, many felt the movie was forgettable and failed to live up to its comedic potential, with some finding the plot predictable and the humor hit-or-miss.

Fun Fact

Director Jeffrey Blitz previously directed the documentary 'Spellbound,' which focused on the National Spelling Bee, showcasing his knack for highlighting unique group dynamics.

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Reno

Reno

**It was not a table of honour!** I thought it was some B movie. Expecting anything from it is like a total waste. But that was not the case. I was surprised how simple it was, yet very entertaining. Not all the small films like this wou...
gilknut

gilknut

**Brilliant, but panned by predictable critics** (SPOILERS TOWARDS END!) I don't always agree with (or heed warnings) from movie critics; perhaps because I used to be one myself in a nation wide magazine many years ago -- but if a mov...