Review of The Big Wedding (2013) by Rebecca C — 03 May 2013

Lacking in plot.. An entire wedding movie around sex jokes, but adds in some well-timed honest family drama and touching moments it isn't half bad.

This review of The Big Wedding (2013) was written by Rebecca C on 03 May 2013.

The Big Wedding has generally received mixed reviews.

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