Father of the Bride
Father of the Bride

Father of the Bride

2022Movie118 minEnglish

A father comes to grips with his daughter’s upcoming wedding through the prism of multiple relationships within a big, sprawling Cuban-American family.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes56%
Metacritic49/100
Google Users71%
Director: Gaz AlazrakiGenres: Comedy, Romance, Family

Plot Summary

A Cuban-American couple navigates the emotional rollercoaster of their daughter's surprise wedding. As the wedding plans unfold, the father grapples with letting go and accepting his daughter's new husband, leading to a series of comedic and heartfelt moments. The film explores themes of family, tradition, and the evolving dynamics within a modern household.

Critical Reception

The 2022 remake of 'Father of the Bride' received a mixed reception from critics, who praised its vibrant energy and strong performances, particularly from Andy Garcia and Gloria Estefan. However, many found the storyline to be predictable and lacking the originality of its predecessors, with some critics noting it leaned heavily on familiar rom-com tropes. Audience reception was generally more positive, appreciating the lighthearted humor and the cultural representation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic cast and modernization of the classic story.
  • Criticized for its formulaic plot and lack of fresh comedic elements.
  • Appreciated for its representation of a modern Cuban-American family.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's humor and the performances of the lead actors, finding it a fun and heartwarming family watch. Some viewers felt the story was a bit too similar to previous versions, but the cultural elements and updated setting were often highlighted as positives.

Fun Fact

The film notably shifts the cultural background of the family to be Cuban-American, a departure from the original 1950 film which focused on an Anglo-Saxon family.

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itsogs

Not sure I would consider this as a comedy, even though there was some humor sprinkled in between the drama. Andy Garcia did a decent job with this version of 'Father Of The Bride' and even though it was a remake, there was still some origi...