I was nine when this movie was first released and I rented it again recently as I'm now in the process of planning my own wedding. While Steve Martin gives a great performance as George Banks, and while several scenes are hilarious, I take issue with several inconsistencies in this film. The daughter claims to be this independent woman, yet she chooses an ultra-traditional wedding complete with the hideous wad of lace called her wedding gown? Also, in these modern times it is rare for a young adult to live at home until they get married; again, if she is an independent woman, wouldn't she try living with her fiancé before taking the plunge? Other commenters have mentioned that the price of the wedding is absurd, and I agree. George is the only voice of reason when it comes to the cost, however we are expected to laugh at his corny yet more cost-effective visions of his daughter's wedding. It was difficult for me to relate to the problems of these spoiled, entitled rich people.
It's a movie, and perhaps shouldn't be over-analyzed, but when movies deal with a subject that many people have experienced, it's hard not to notice these things. It distracted me from enjoying the aspects of the film that were done best; namely, the comedic scenes. The scene at the in-laws' house and the scene in the grocery store are, in my opinion, well-done and hysterically funny.
I suppose this movie would be a lot more enjoyable to those who suspend belief don't bother nit-picking its flaws.
It's a movie, and perhaps shouldn't be over-analyzed, but when movies deal with a subject that many people have experienced, it's hard not to notice these things. It distracted me from enjoying the aspects of the film that were done best; namely, the comedic scenes. The scene at the in-laws' house and the scene in the grocery store are, in my opinion, well-done and hysterically funny.
I suppose this movie would be a lot more enjoyable to those who suspend belief don't bother nit-picking its flaws.