Top End Wedding
Top End Wedding

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Top End Wedding

2019
Movie
113 min
English

Lauren and Ned are engaged, they are in love, and they have just ten days to find Lauren’s mother who has gone AWOL somewhere in the remote far north of Australia, reunite her parents and pull off their dream wedding.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes79%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users88%
Director: Wayne BlairGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

Lauren, a successful Indigenous Australian lawyer, plans her dream wedding in the Top End with her fiancé Ned. However, her plans unravel when she discovers her mother has disappeared and her fiancé's family is facing unexpected difficulties. To salvage the situation, Lauren and Ned embark on a chaotic journey across the Northern Territory to find her mother and bring the families together for a wedding that honors their traditions and unites their loved ones.

Critical Reception

Top End Wedding was generally well-received by critics and audiences, praised for its charming performances, humor, and heartfelt exploration of family, culture, and relationships. The film was lauded for its authentic portrayal of contemporary Indigenous Australian life and its uplifting narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming and funny romantic comedy with genuine heart.

  • Praised for its vibrant setting and strong performances, particularly from Miranda Tapsell.

  • An uplifting story that celebrates culture and family with warmth and humor.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's humor and romantic storyline, with many highlighting the beautiful scenery and the relatable characters. The cultural elements were also frequently mentioned as a positive aspect.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Film and Best Original Screenplay at the AACTA Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by the real-life wedding of lead actress Miranda Tapsell and her husband, who faced similar challenges in organizing their own celebration.

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Peter McGinn

Peter McGinn

After watching Top End Wedding, I am a bit surprised at the so-so rating here. Okay, it has no violence, sex or scatological humor, which is expected by some viewers, but I found it to be quite entertaining with no obvious weaknesses. It is...

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