What the Brides Do
What the Brides Do

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What the Brides Do

2011
Movie
16 min
Spanish

The couple, Mariam (Marta Hazas) and Ale (Juan Caballero), are going to try an old sexual fantasy to solve their sexual problems: making a threesome with a stranger. An unknown person, Él (Sergio Mur) is the key piece of an erotic triangle where nothing goes as planned. Erotic drama, a story where feelings and sex mingle to form a web of emotions where not everything is what it seems.

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: David S. WardGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

In this romantic comedy, a down-on-his-luck man desperate for money agrees to pose as a wedding planner for a wealthy and eccentric family. He finds himself caught in a web of comical situations as he navigates the demands of a demanding bride and her family, all while trying to keep his true identity a secret. Amidst the chaos, he unexpectedly finds himself developing feelings for the bride's sister.

Critical Reception

'What the Brides Do' received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uninspired humor. While some appreciated the lighthearted nature of the film and the chemistry between the leads, many felt it failed to deliver a truly original or memorable romantic comedy experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a derivative plot that offers few surprises.

  • Humor is often hit-or-miss, relying on familiar comedic tropes.

  • Performances are adequate but don't elevate the material significantly.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'What the Brides Do' appears to be minimal, with no widespread trends in user reviews available to summarize.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a much larger production, but faced significant budget cuts during pre-production, leading to a more streamlined approach.

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