Five good reasons to stay single.|Mar. 09, 1994|United Kingdom|117 Min.|R
Genre: Comedy;Drama;Romance
Description: “Four Weddings and a Funeral” (1994) is a romantic comedy that follows the story of Charles, an unmarried best man, and his group of friends as they navigate love, relationships, and life’s unexpected turns. The film begins at the wedding of Angus and Laura in Somerset, where Charles meets Carrie, a charming American, and they share a brief romantic encounter. Despite a playful proposal from Carrie, she leaves for the U.S., leaving Charles intrigued.
Three months later, at another wedding in London, Charles reunites with Carrie, only to discover she is engaged to a Scottish man named Hamish. Feeling awkward and humiliated by encounters with his ex-girlfriends, Charles spends another night with Carrie, deepening his feelings for her.
A month later, Charles is invited to Carrie’s wedding. While helping her pick a wedding dress, he awkwardly confesses his love, but she does not reciprocate. At the wedding in Scotland, Charles’s friend Gareth unexpectedly passes away, adding a somber note to the event. Throughout the film, Charles grapples with his fear of commitment and his unspoken connection with Fiona, a friend who secretly harbors feelings for him. “Four Weddings and a Funeral” beautifully balances humor, romance, and poignant moments, capturing the complexities of love and relationships.
Cast director: Mike Newell
Cast actor: Hugh Grant, Andie MacDowell, James Fleet, Simon Callow, John Hannah, Kristin Scott Thomas, David Bower, Charlotte Coleman, Anna Chancellor, Rowan Atkinson
Original name: Four Weddings and a Funeral