This is one sad family.|Apr. 15, 2010|United States|92 Min.|R
Genre: Comedy;Drama
Description: The movie “Death at a Funeral” (2010) revolves around a funeral service held for the father of Aaron and Ryan. Aaron, the older son, lives with his wife Michelle in his parents’ home. Despite their efforts to buy their own house and start a family, they haven’t succeeded. Aaron feels envious of his brother Ryan, a successful author, while his own novel remains unpublished. He also resents Ryan for refusing to help cover the funeral costs, instead spending money on a first-class airline ticket.
Meanwhile, their cousin Elaine and her fiancé Oscar are on their way to the funeral after picking up Elaine’s brother Jeff. To calm Oscar’s nerves, Elaine gives him what she thinks is Valium, but Jeff later reveals it’s a potent hallucinogenic drug he created for a friend. Chaos erupts when Oscar hallucinates, believing the coffin is moving. In his frenzy, he knocks over the coffin, and the body falls out.
During the service, Aaron is approached by a mysterious guest named Frank, who claims to have been the secret lover of Aaron’s late father. Frank provides photographic evidence and demands $30,000, threatening to expose the secret to Aaron and Ryan’s mother, Cynthia. Shocked, Aaron confides in Ryan, who advises him to pay the money, citing his own financial troubles. However, during the exchange, Frank insults Aaron’s writing abilities, causing Aaron to refuse payment. A physical altercation ensues, and Aaron and Ryan tie Frank up to prevent him from leaving.
In another twist, family friend Norman enters and gives Frank what he believes is Valium to calm him down. Jeff arrives and warns them that it’s the same hallucinogenic drug Oscar took earlier, adding to the escalating chaos. The film combines humor and drama as the family navigates this unpredictable and emotional event.
Cast director: Neil LaBute
Cast actor: Chris Rock, Martin Lawrence, Zoe Saldana, Tracy Morgan, Regina Hall, James Marsden, Luke Wilson, Columbus Short, Peter Dinklage, Danny Glover
Original name: Death at a Funeral