September Song

Muriel is a young, lonely woman who believes her dreams of romance and a happy life will only come true if she loses weight and finds a husband. She attempts to achieve this by joining a weight-loss group and embarking on a series of disastrous relationships.

Muriel's Wedding was a critical and commercial success, praised for its unique blend of humor and pathos, and its exploration of themes like body image, family dynamics, and self-acceptance. Toni Collette's performance was particularly lauded.

• Praised for its heartwarming and hilarious portrayal of a woman's journey to self-acceptance.
• Toni Collette's performance is a standout, capturing the character's vulnerability and spirit.
• Successfully balances laugh-out-loud comedy with poignant moments of genuine emotion.

Google audience: Audiences found Muriel's Wedding to be a delightful and uplifting film, with many appreciating its humor and the relatable struggles of its protagonist. The film's message of self-love and finding happiness resonated strongly with viewers.

Won the Australian Film Institute Award for Best Film and Best Actress (Toni Collette). Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

Toni Collette gained approximately 20 pounds for her role as Muriel, and also learned to play the ABBA songs on the keyboard herself for the film.