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Four Weddings and a Funeral

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Lovable Englishman Charles (Hugh Grant) and his group of friends seem to be unlucky in love. When Charles meets a beautiful American named Carrie (Andie MacDowell) at a wedding, he thinks his luck may have changed. But, after one magical night, Carrie returns to the States, ending what might have been. As Charles and Carrie's paths continue to cross -- over a handful of nuptials and one funeral -- he comes to believe they are meant to be together, even if their timing always seems to be off.
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Hugh Grant ably snatches up the bouquet of leading man status with Four Weddings and a Funeral, a sparkling romantic comedy given real charm by its chummy ensemble and Richard Curtis' sharp-witted screenplay.

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Nigel Andrews Financial Times The script by Blackadder’s Richard Curtis and direction by Mike Newell give this comical romantic froth such an eager whisk that it stands up and assaults the taste buds. Feb 29, 2024 Full Review John Petrakis Chicago Tribune It is smart and ironic, perceptive and observant, witty and poignant, moving and sad, all at the same time. This is more than an accomplishment for a romantic comedy. This is a small miracle. Rated: 3.5/4 Feb 29, 2024 Full Review Derek Malcolm Guardian Newell, a director like Stephen Frears who has no particular style but fits his undoubted expertise to the material, has to be congratulated not only for getting such good performances but for the pace and verve with which he lays out the absurdities. Feb 29, 2024 Full Review Rene Jordan El Nuevo Herald (Miami) Mike Newell, director of Enchanted April, has made an even more charming movie. Richard Curtis' screenplay shuffles at least 20 characters, all outlined with strict economy. [Full review in Spanish] Feb 29, 2024 Full Review John Griffin Montreal Gazette Like the best champagne, Four Weddings and a Funeral goes to the head quickly. And like the best champagne, it leaves fizzy memories and almost no hangover. Rated: 4/5 Feb 29, 2024 Full Review John Millar Daily Record (UK) This is a glorious, entertaining, fast-moving, hilarious comedy, packed with great jokes, scattered like confetti and delivered by a cast who act their socks off. Feb 29, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Melissa M In spite of the gratuitous use of the f word. And the fact that for much of the film subtitles would have been helpful. Some parts of it are predictable . The funeral scenes were heartfelt & well done. But the montage at the end of the movie. Sums things up perfectly. You can definitely tell that the characters live happily ever after. Even the dog. It definitely helps when the main characters have chemistry. Like the quirky chemistry between Charles & Carrie. The dry British wit is definitely what keeps the movie going. And makes it worth watching. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/17/25 Full Review Glafira Regina O This film is a delightful romantic comedy with a touch of sharpness. Directed flawlessly by Mike Newell, Hugh Grant is in great form as the tough, slightly awkward Englishman— a role he's perfected over the years. The entire cast gels well with the subtle, restrained British humor. Rowan Atkinson has a brief yet funny cameo. Andie MacDowell is incredible as the American love interest in a predominantly British setting, and she’s also the only odd one out in the cast. Unfortunately, the actress is surprisingly uneven, and her final scene is quite shocking. Later in the film, there’s a funeral where John Hannah delivers a passionate eulogy. This film was such a celebration of life that even death is spoken of with love. I simply can’t imagine anyone not finding this movie as enjoyable as I did. Definitely worth watching. The only thing I didn’t get here is the funeral - one of the friends of the main hero just randomly died during the wedding, and well... that is all. Pretty strange storyline. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/10/25 Full Review Travis T Most of the main characters were unredeemable psychopaths. I have no idea how people interpret this as charming. There are so many better British rom coms from this era. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 02/11/25 Full Review Zamya F Enjoyable, charming, funny, and exciting. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/26/25 Full Review Alejandra O A Classic of 1990’s British cinema. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/14/25 Full Review Rare T I too would sabotage my own wedding for Andie MacDowell. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/07/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Mike Newell

Director

Hugh Grant

Charles (Wedding one)

Andie MacDowell

Carrie (Wedding one)

Kristin Scott Thomas

Fiona (Wedding one)

Simon Callow

Gareth (Wedding one)

Rowan Atkinson

Father Gerald - Wedding Two

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Synopsis Lovable Englishman Charles (Hugh Grant) and his group of friends seem to be unlucky in love. When Charles meets a beautiful American named Carrie (Andie MacDowell) at a wedding, he thinks his luck may have changed. But, after one magical night, Carrie returns to the States, ending what might have been. As Charles and Carrie's paths continue to cross -- over a handful of nuptials and one funeral -- he comes to believe they are meant to be together, even if their timing always seems to be off.
Director
Mike Newell
Producer
Duncan Kenworthy
Screenwriter
Richard Curtis
Distributor
Gramercy Pictures, MGM/UA Home Entertainment Inc.
Production Co
PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Channel Four Films, Working Title Films
Rating
R
Genre
Romance, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 9, 1994, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 15, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA)
$49.3M
Runtime
1h 56m
Sound Mix
Dolby, Surround, Stereo
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