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The Best Man

Play trailer Poster for The Best Man R Released Oct 22, 1999 2h 0m Comedy Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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72% Tomatometer 71 Reviews 86% Popcornmeter 2,500+ Ratings
After writing a soon-to-be bestselling novel, writer and committed bachelor Harper Stewart (Taye Diggs) attempts to hide the fact that his saucy new book is loosely based on the lives and loves of his tight-knit group of friends. Harper is set to be best man at his friend Lance's (Morris Chestnut) wedding, and all his friends will be in attendance. When an advance copy of the book makes its way into the hands of his ex-flame, Jordan Armstrong (Nia Long), Harper attempts to keep it under wraps.
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With a strong cast and a host of well-defined characters, The Best Man is an intelligent, funny romantic comedy that marks an impressive debut for writer/director Malcolm D. Lee.

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Teresa Wiltz Washington Post Ultimately when it's all said and done, Best Man remains always a groomsman, never a groom: It backs down on its promise to both challenge and entertain, opting instead for the easy laugh--and the pat ending. Nov 14, 2013 Full Review Lisa Alspector Chicago Reader Viewers who mistake the didacticism for stylistic weakness miss much of the point of this nicely toned movie. Apr 11, 2012 Full Review Time Out So much for the under-powered plot, from tyro writer/director Malcolm D Lee, to which the tiresome unearthing of nice guy Harper's previous dalliances contributes little. Jan 26, 2006 Full Review Milton Kent Baltimore Sun Lee comes at the topics refreshingly, taking the African-American male, one of the least explored groups in film, and placing him under a microscope, not for judgment, but for observation. Rated: 3/4 Nov 14, 2013 Full Review S. Jhoanna Robledo Common Sense Media Entertaining romantic drama ponders commitment, fidelity. Rated: 4/5 Mar 15, 2013 Full Review Cynthia Fuchs Philadelphia City Paper The wedding weekend entails predictable conflict and resolution, by way of some excellent performances. May 3, 2012 Full Review Read all reviews

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Amy M Watching this now in 2024 it bothers me that they call each other the N word. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 09/16/24 Full Review Autumn M The Best Man is a classic rom com from the 1990's. Some parts definitely did not age well, but overall the story was unique and well-paced. The twist to this classic story is that the main protagonist has written a book that is based on his relationships with his friends. The characters were multi-layered and had interesting motives and story arcs. I especially loved Terrence Howard's character as the lothario who tends to be right about some aspects of a healthy relationship. Overall, it was an enjoyable character-driven story about friendship and loyalty. Recommended. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/23/24 Full Review Rashida Babbs L Malcolm D Lee Oscar winner 🏆 Spike Lee and School DAZE Tisha Campbell Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority chapter My heart and mind and my soul belongs to AKA Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/09/23 Full Review Steve D A lot of it works including the great cast but at times it comes off a bit too sexist for me. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/12/23 Full Review Tywania S This show is very nostalgic & gives off a serious 90s vibe! We definitely need/deserve a season 2!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/26/22 Full Review Audience Member Yep, 2022 just started and I figured I was better off not beating around the bush and getting this movie out of the way. Better than its Christmas sequel, The Best Man is cheesy and not quite as funny as I was expecting but its talented cast, well-defined characterisations, a show-stealing Terrence Howard and well-directed drama scenes make it a good, if not great, '90s romantic dramedy. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/23/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis After writing a soon-to-be bestselling novel, writer and committed bachelor Harper Stewart (Taye Diggs) attempts to hide the fact that his saucy new book is loosely based on the lives and loves of his tight-knit group of friends. Harper is set to be best man at his friend Lance's (Morris Chestnut) wedding, and all his friends will be in attendance. When an advance copy of the book makes its way into the hands of his ex-flame, Jordan Armstrong (Nia Long), Harper attempts to keep it under wraps.
Director
Malcolm D. Lee
Producer
Bill Carraro, Sam Kitt, Spike Lee
Screenwriter
Malcolm D. Lee
Distributor
Universal Pictures
Production Co
40 Acres & A Mule Filmworks
Rating
R
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 22, 1999, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 15, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$34.1M
Runtime
2h 0m
Sound Mix
SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS, Surround
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