Title: Revenge of the Bridesmaids Format: DVD, Color
Actors: Raven-Symoné, Joanna Garcia, Beth Broderick, David Clayton Rogers, and Virginia Williams Director: James Hayman
ASIN: B004K4FUSE Running Time: 86 minutes
Studio: Living Arts, 2010 Ratings: TV-14
Readers Annotation:
Two childhood friends return to their hometown and get invited to the wedding of a lifetime. However, they soon find out that the groom is getting married to the wrong bride, and they don't intend to allow that to happen.
Director Information:
James, also known as Jim Hayman, is a Welsh born director, producer, and cinematographer. Hayman is famous for many television series including Judging Amy, Ugly Betty, Joan of Arcadia, and Northern Exposure. He has two Emmy nominations, one for his work in Joan of Arcadia in 2004, and one for Ugly Betty in 2007. In 2010, the William S Paley TV Festival hosted an evening honoring the television series Ugly Betty.
Hayman was born in 1950, and has been married to the actress Annie Potts since 1990. James and Annie have two children together; Doc, who was born in 1992, and Harry who was born in 1996. James loves the Welsh professional football club Swansea City, and the English Chelsea Football Club.
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James, also known as Jim Hayman, is a Welsh born director, producer, and cinematographer. Hayman is famous for many television series including Judging Amy, Ugly Betty, Joan of Arcadia, and Northern Exposure. He has two Emmy nominations, one for his work in Joan of Arcadia in 2004, and one for Ugly Betty in 2007. In 2010, the William S Paley TV Festival hosted an evening honoring the television series Ugly Betty.
Hayman was born in 1950, and has been married to the actress Annie Potts since 1990. James and Annie have two children together; Doc, who was born in 1992, and Harry who was born in 1996. James loves the Welsh professional football club Swansea City, and the English Chelsea Football Club.
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Plot Summary:
Abigail, Parker, and Rachel, were best friends with the wealthy and spoiled Caitlin. The girls have since grown up and gone their separate ways, especially since Caitlin proved herself to be conniving and selfish. Abigail and Parker are returning from New York to their small Southern hometown for a short visit. When the two girls meet up with Caitlin and are invited to her wedding, they decide to lengthen their stay and join in the festivities.
However, soon Abigail and Parker learn that Caitlin has done the despicable. She is marrying Rachel's old boyfriend, and the love of her life. Together, Abigail, Parker, and Rachel attempt to sabotage the wedding. Abigail and Parker become proficient in their use of trickery and deceit, all in the name of true love.
Critical Evaluation:
This lighthearted and fun movie tells a story of loyalty and friendship. Revenge of the Bridesmaids follows the comedic antics of two best friends assisting the 'third wheel' in their trio. Although the movie uses comedy to keep the mood light, it also incorporates the intricacies of relationships between different personalities. Flashbacks help the audience comprehend the background story of the four main characters, utilizing color schemes to clearly differentiate between the past and the present. The performances are delivered beautifully and professionally, fully depicting the down to earth nature, caring attitude, and slightly mischievous quality of each character. The wardrobe of the actors assist in their character development, as do the many supporting actors, creating a full and interesting story.
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Curriculum Ties: English - Friendship, Marriage
Reading Level/Interest Age: 14 +
Challenge Issue: none
Why I chose this item: The age group and topic seemed to fit the young adult forum. Additionally, I wanted to add some comedy pieces to my collection.
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