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GREAT romantic comedy that can be watched over and over!!
I'm not the biggest Julia Roberts fan in the world, but I have yet to stumble across a film of hers which isn't purely great entertainment. And this little gem is no different. It's warm and fun, full of great laughs, sweet romantic moments, and irresistable characters. As Jules, Roberts sparkles with charm, and even though she screws up, you can't help but root for her in the end. Cameron Diaz is an absolute riot in this early role-I have yet to see her in a more charming, winning role.And Rupert Everett is simply flawless-his dry wit steals every scene he's in.

This isn't "great cinema", but as far as light romantic comedies go, you can't go wrong with this one. Sure it's light and fluffy, but it's not dumb, and it never fails to touch you, and make you laugh. Loaded with heaps upon heaps of unforgettable scenes, this is everything a romantic comedy should be. If you're thinking of renting a light flick over the weekend, My Best Friend's Wedding fits the bill.Sweet, fun, intelligent comedy at its' best.

One of the Best Romantic comedies of all-time!
It's a beautiful movie that brought Julia Roberts back on the big screen. She's extremely funny and sweet and the rest of the cast is lovable too! It's a unique motion picture that'll make you feel all giddy. It's a little something for 'Friends' and most Julia Roberts' fans. This feature is filled with unpredictability. Just when you think something's going to happen it doesn't. It constantly keeps you thinking. And when Julia isn't there to make you laugh, her friend Rupert is there for you. It's very appealing and alongside 'Notting Hill' and 'Runaway Bride' it's one of the best comedies of all time. Julia and her charms- a winner despite the fact that in this movie she's a clumsy but still a lovable goof! And let's not forget that darling smile! It's one of a kind. It's something that almost everyone will enjoy. There are quite a few neglected opportunities here in this feature. The whole cast is perfect for the movie.

The movie revolves around Julianne (played by Roberts) who promised her best friend to marry him if they're both not with anyone by the time they're 28. And then not shockingly Michael calls her when she's 28 and says he's desperate to talk to her. Excitedly Julianne calls him back only to find out that her 'Best friend's wedding' is with another woman. If that wasn't bad enough, she's to be his feonsay maid of honor. It's unpredictable, it's funny, it's very entertaining, it's shocking, it's annoying (Diaz is certainly not a women with a vocal talent), but overall it's one of the best movies I've ever seen.

An Oscar nominated feature with a very catchy soundtrack "Say a little Prayer" by Diana King- this movie has it all. The score, the songs, the comedy, the cast, the story, and the plot- it's all award-worthy! It's just perfect!

----Ahmed Mashhood

I don't normally like romantic comedies, but...
Julianne Potter (Julia Roberts) has everything that is required to be a romantic comedy heroine - wild hair, a huge smile, a gay best friend (Rupert Everett) and a dilemma in her love life. Her best friend/ex-boyfriend, Michael (Dermot Mulroney) has just called her out of the blue, leaving a message on her answermachine telling her to call him - urgently.

Julianne remembers that years ago, she and Michael vowed to marry each other if they were both still single at 28. She's going to turn 28, and leaps to a happy conclusion. However, on returning his call, he drops the bombshell - he's getting married to somebody else. This weekend. Well, what's a girl to do? Armed with her afore-mentioned gay best friend, George, Julianne sets off to Chicago to see what she can do about breaking up the couple and securing Michael for herself.

His fiancée, Kimmy (Cameron Diaz) is 20 years old and Barbie doll perfect. She doesn't even have a tiny flaw that Julianne can use against her. She is extra-super-nice to Julianne, giving her the position of Maid Of Honour within half an hour of meeting her and bringing all the defences down to admit to her that she is jealous of her relationship with Michael.

Julianne is ruthless. She'll do whatever it takes to get Michael back - and she does a lot of it. She tries to embarrass Kimmy at a karaoke bar, but despite a terrible singing voice Kimmy has chutzpah and wins the audience around. In a bid to make Michael jealous, she convinces George to pose as her husband which he does with pizzazz (describing their first meeting, he muses wistfully, "I knew we'd end up like this - like some glittering Doris Day-Rock Hudson extravaganza"). And finally she writes a nasty email to Michael's boss, supposedly from Kimmy's father.

This is the turning point of the movie. Up until now we have seen Julianne as the heroine and Kimmy as the foe who must be obliterated at all costs. And this is perhaps where we realise that maybe this isn't just another run-of-the-mill romantic comedy. But now, maybe we don't want Julianne to win any more. Maybe, just maybe, sweet Kimmy should be the one to end up with Michael. It's not so clear-cut now, and the script keeps us guessing until the end.

Roberts gives a great performance here, making Julianne sympathetic even when we don't like her very much. She doesn't have much chemistry with Mulroney as Michael, but then nor does Diaz; perhaps this is the point of the movie. However it is Rupert Everett who manages to steal almost every scene he is in. It's very enjoyable, and slightly black - but only if you want to see that side of it. One to watch.

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