A Wedding (1978)
Director: Robert Altman
Movie review
From Time Out Film Guide
Altman's attempt to repeat the magic formula of Nashville, by concentrating on the interweaving relationships between a large number of guests at a wealthy society wedding, is flawed by an often sadly unimaginative script, which lampoons obvious targets as it clears the skeletons out of the two families' closets. The staging of the action is as exhilarating as ever, and there are glorious moments in the twisted, kaleidoscopic narrative; finally, however, the effect seems curiously contrived and complacent. Entertaining, though, thanks to the top-notch ensemble acting.Author: GA
Cast & crew
Director: Robert Altman
Producer: Robert Altman
Cast: Carol Burnett, Paul Dooley, Amy Stryker, Mia Farrow, Geraldine Chaplin, Vittorio Gassman, Lillian Gish, Nina Van Pallandt, Viveca Lindfors, John Cromwell, Pat McCormick, Desi Arnaz Jr, Lauren Hutton, Howard Duff, Dina Merrill, Peggy Ann Garner full cast
Genre(s): Comedy
Duration: 125 mins
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