Summary
- Whilst Tess and Michael get close to each other, they finally realise their feelings for each other.
- Will the relationship between Tess and Michael work out, or will it disintegrate as Tess boyfriend returns?
- As the wedding unfolds and there is a couple’s dance, Tess and Michael both embrace each other and kiss, confessing their feelings for each other publicly.
My Favourite Wedding is a 2017 Netflix film with a runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes. It falls into the comedy-romance genre. Directed by Mel Damask, it has as its leads Michael (Paul Greene) and Tess Harper (Maggie Lawson).
The plot is simple. Tess is a doctor who takes time off from her job to attend her best friend’s wedding. Her boyfriend ditches her at the last minute on the pretext of an official commitment.
As she reaches her destination, she is paired with Michael, the best man at her best friend’s wedding.
The film takes the viewer through a lot of turbulence. Nothing seems to be going right. Everything is turning out to be a disaster.
Whilst Tess and Michael get close to each other, they finally realise their feelings for each other. They both have fun in each other’s presence.
Will the relationship between Tess and Michael work out, or will it disintegrate as Tess boyfriend returns?
What decision will Tess take? Will she abandon her boyfriend for Michael?
As the wedding unfolds and there is a couple’s dance, Tess and Michael both embrace each other and kiss, confessing their feelings for each other publicly.
In the subplot is Dr Hastings, who is the person who can give Tess her fellowship. And guess what? He does hire her!
At the heart of he film lies the message that weddings are not all that fun. They come with their ordeals and challenges, and there’s a lot of stress for the couple to be betrothed. Multiple things have to be managed simultaneously. And keeping a check on everything to go according to the plan is difficult.
The on-screen chemistry between Michael and Tess is great. It seems as if they are made for each other. The visuals and cinematography are fantastic too.
In conclusion, My Favourite Wedding is a fulfilling watch. It is poignant and comical at the same time. Despite the modest rating it has received, 6.2/10, it captures the attention of the audience till the very last minute.
Hats off to the entire cast and crew for coming up with a remarkable storyline. The plot has been executed in a great manner-spontaneous and flows like a river. My Favourite Wedding is a must-watch. If you want to relax and unwind, the film is for you! Don’t miss out on the experience.
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