The Wedding Year
Comical journey through a year of weddings
About The Wedding Year
Released: 2019
Platform: Netflix
Rating: R
Run time: 1h 30m
Cast
Sarah Hyland, Tyler James Williams, Matt Shively, Anna Camp, Jenna Dewan, Wanda Sykes, Noureen DeWulf, Kristen Johnston, Keith David, Patrick Warburton
About The Wedding Year
The Wedding Year is a 2019 romantic comedy film directed by Robert Luketic. The movie follows the story of a commitment-phobic woman named Mara Hickey, played by Sarah Hyland, who attends several weddings in a year with her boyfriend, Jake, played by Tyler James Williams. As they both manage to navigate through the pressures and expectations of weddings, Mara is forced to confront her fear of commitment and ultimately decide if she is ready to take the next step in her own relationship.
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The Wedding Year revolves around Mara Hickey, a young woman who finds herself attending numerous weddings in a single year. As she navigates through each event, Mara begins to question the nature of commitment and her own relationship with her boyfriend, Jake. Through the comedic and often chaotic situations that arise at the weddings, Mara is forced to confront her fears and determine the true value of commitment in her life.
Making / Production
The Wedding Year was directed by Robert Luketic, known for his work on films such as Legally Blonde and 21. The screenplay was written by Donald Diego and Neal H. Dobrofsky, who aimed to create a light-hearted romantic comedy with relatable themes. The film was primarily shot in Los Angeles, California, and production took place over a span of several months.
Actors
- Sarah Hyland as Mara Hickey - Hyland delivered a charming and charismatic performance as the commitment-phobic protagonist.
- Tyler James Williams as Jake - Williams portrayed Mara's supportive and patient boyfriend, providing a great contrast to her character.
- Anna Camp as Megan - Camp played a close friend of Mara, who offers advice and comedic moments throughout the film.
- Jenna Dewan as Kayla - Dewan portrayed Jake's sister and served as a source of conflict and tension in Mara and Jake's relationship.
- Wanda Sykes as Bailey - Sykes added a comedic touch to the film as a wedding planner, injecting humor into various wedding scenarios.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- While The Wedding Year is a fictional story, it draws inspiration from real-life events and the common experience of attending multiple weddings within a short period of time.
- The film serves as a humorous and relatable commentary on the pressures and expectations surrounding weddings, particularly for women.
- Sarah Hyland, known for her role in the TV series Modern Family, brings her comedic timing and charm to the lead role.
- The Wedding Year features various wedding mishaps and comedic moments that add to the overall entertainment value of the film.
Awards
No awards have been received by The Wedding Year at the time of writing.
Quotes
- "Love may be a leap of faith, but marriage is like jumping off a cliff." - Mara
- "Weddings are like emotional minefields, and I'm running through them with my shoes untied." - Mara
- "I realized that life is not about finding the perfect person, but about finding the person who's perfect for you." - Jake
Music, Soundtrack
- The Wedding Year features a diverse soundtrack that includes popular songs from different genres, adding to the overall atmosphere of the film.
- Notable songs featured in the film include "Can't Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley, "Marry You" by Bruno Mars, and "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston.
- The music complements the various wedding scenes and helps to set the tone for each moment.
About The Wedding Year
A commitment-phobic woman navigates a series of weddings, leading her to face her fears about long-term relationships.