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This hugely popular comedy established Hugh Grant as Hollywood's favourite bumbling Brit and garnered Oscar nominations for Best Picture and Richard Curtis' screenplay. Shy Londoner Charles (Grant) meets American Carrie (Andie MacDowell) at a friend's wedding and enjoys a one-night stand with her. The next time they meet, again at a wedding, Carrie is accompanied by a rich fiancé, leaving Charles heartbroken. Nevermind, with another wedding on the horizon, there is still time for him to pitch his woo and win the love of his transatlantic sweetheart. The film spawned not only a hit single for Wet Wet Wet with 'Love Is All Around', but also a best-selling poetry anthology, inspired by an on-screen reading of W.H. Auden's 'Funeral Blues'. Review: The last truly funny film before Notting Hill - It is almost the new carry on team only slightly more sophisticated. There is hugh grant playing.... well Hugh Grant, I've never seen him act any different, Simon Callow is very funny as is Rowan Atkinson as ever.There are great support roles from the rest of the team, the lovely Kristin Scott Thomas, Charlotte Coleman, James Fleet and John Hannah. The plot is beautifully manufactured from 'Toffs' attending a never ending round of marriages, remember that phase of life?. Simon Callow's character is brilliant torturing Americans only to come to a tragic end. He is well supported by the ever reliable John Hannah who is then very moving and funny in his eulogy, a very difficult skill. The plot centres around Hugh Grant and his sister Charlotte Coleman (a sore loss) always being late. The sub plot is Hugh Grant and Andie MacDowell as the boy meets girl, separates, meets again and separates terminally except it is not. That's only after the indecisive Hugh Grant has committed himself, or has he? Cryingly funny and cryingly sad it's a great film and truly funny. Oh, nearly forgot, there is a token American in the form of Andie MacDowell for the American market. Review: Classic but timeless comedy - Watched this many times in period. A real favourite. Revisited following the publicity around the 30th anniversary of the film’s release. The movie had lost none of its charm. Even though I know many of the lines I still enjoyed the movie thoroughly. Recommended.
| ASIN | B0002OHZW0 |
| Actors | Andie MacDowell, Hugh Grant, James Fleet, Kristin Scott Thomas, Simon Callow |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 - 1.85:1 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 2,357 in DVD & Blu-ray ( See Top 100 in DVD & Blu-ray ) 125 in Romance (DVD & Blu-ray) 422 in Comedy (DVD & Blu-ray) 828 in Drama (DVD & Blu-ray) |
| Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,212) |
| Director | Mike Newell |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
| Item model number | 10001218 |
| Language | English (Dolby Digital 5.1) |
| Media Format | PAL |
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Producers | Duncan Kenworthy |
| Product Dimensions | 19 x 13.5 x 1.4 cm; 0.28 g |
| Release date | 17 April 2019 |
| Run time | 1 hour and 52 minutes |
| Studio | Walt Disney Studios HE |
| Subtitles: | English |
L**H
The last truly funny film before Notting Hill
It is almost the new carry on team only slightly more sophisticated. There is hugh grant playing.... well Hugh Grant, I've never seen him act any different, Simon Callow is very funny as is Rowan Atkinson as ever.There are great support roles from the rest of the team, the lovely Kristin Scott Thomas, Charlotte Coleman, James Fleet and John Hannah. The plot is beautifully manufactured from 'Toffs' attending a never ending round of marriages, remember that phase of life?. Simon Callow's character is brilliant torturing Americans only to come to a tragic end. He is well supported by the ever reliable John Hannah who is then very moving and funny in his eulogy, a very difficult skill. The plot centres around Hugh Grant and his sister Charlotte Coleman (a sore loss) always being late. The sub plot is Hugh Grant and Andie MacDowell as the boy meets girl, separates, meets again and separates terminally except it is not. That's only after the indecisive Hugh Grant has committed himself, or has he? Cryingly funny and cryingly sad it's a great film and truly funny. Oh, nearly forgot, there is a token American in the form of Andie MacDowell for the American market.
R**Y
Classic but timeless comedy
Watched this many times in period. A real favourite. Revisited following the publicity around the 30th anniversary of the film’s release. The movie had lost none of its charm. Even though I know many of the lines I still enjoyed the movie thoroughly. Recommended.
#**R
Four wedding and a funeral
Entertaining film with good actors i recommend watching
A**H
One for the collection!
I had never seen Four Weddings but had heard all the great stories people had to say about it. The thing that hooked me to finally getting around to buying this was when I heard it was written by the great Richard Curtis, the mind behind hits such as Love Actually, Blackadder and the Vicar of Dibley, I knew I had to get it. Must say though that I absolutely do NOT regret buying this. If you don't own it, especially if you haven't seen it then don't waste time! Buy it! The best things about the movie is is that it is a story for everybody and each actor brilliantly plays their characters. It'll have you rolling on the floor with laughter and also reaching for the tissues to dry away your tears. It is one of the ultimate classics that should be in everybody's collection. A definate favourite that will never get old!
A**R
One for your collection
This should be in everyone's collection even men like it, although they won't admit to it. Fantastic characters and one of the best opening lines ever. Old Floppy Hair (Hugh Grant)is brilliant with his usual stuttering, innocent persona and odd looking outfits. A brilliant cast of British actors all of which will have appeared in Casualty at some point. The only blip on the horizon is that Andi McDowell. What were they thinking? Can't act and certainly does not fit in with the rest of the film and indeed the other characters. Despite what the commercial says she certainly looks a sight lot older than everyone else and if I were Hugh I would have picked 'Duck Face'. Fortunately she does not spoil the film and you can easily fast forward the bits with her in and not miss anything vital or funny. The film revolves around Four Weddings and a Funeral, funnily enough and by far the Funeral is one of the best and most endearing scenes in the film. It certainly made a star of John Hannah (Sliding Doors, The Mummy and Casualty). if you ever have a full day of watching DVD's and stopping in bed, this is one to be included. Absolutely a 'feel good film'.
N**N
Always a pleasure
one of the truly all time greats .
P**.
Wonderful!
Witty, amusing, happy, shocking sad a real emotional rollercoaster of a film. Can be watched repeatedly and still be fresh.
H**N
One of my favourite films of all time
The funeral speech is one of the most moving scenes in cinema.
R**E
Dieser Film aus dem Jahr 1994 von Mike Newell ist nicht nur eine herrliche Liebeskomödie, sondern auch der ultimative Hugh Grant-Film! Der sympathische Schauspieler feierte mit dieser herzlich britischen Komödie seinen internationalen Durchbruch. Die gesamten 113 Minuten spielt er seinen ganzen Witz und Charme aus. Der bunt besetzte Freundeskreis, der auf mehreren Hochzeiten tanzt, ist hinreißend schräg inszeniert und fabelhaft gespielt. Zur Story: Es gehört zu den Running Gags dieser britischen Komödie, dass der hübsche, hartnäckige Junggeselle Charles (Hugh Grant) und seine gute Freundin Scarlett (Charlotte Coleman), die in einer kleinen Wohngemeinschaft zusammenleben, regelmäßig am Morgen einer bevorstehenden Hochzeit im Freundeskreis prompt verschlafen. Noch hektisch unterwegs schmeißen sie sich in ihren feinsten Zwirn, um sich dann ins Getümmel des Festes zu stürzen, das mit seinen fein herausgeputzten, feiertäglichen Gästen auch so etwas wie ein Parkett für zarte bis wilde Liebesanbahnungen darstellt. Als Charles bei der Hochzeit eines Freundes, die er gemeinsam mit seiner Clique Scarlett, Matthew (John Hannah), Gareth (Simon Callow), Fiona (Kristin Scott Thomas) und Tom (James Fleet) besucht, als Trauzeuge fungiert, bezaubert ihn auf Anhieb die attraktive Amerikanerin Carrie (Andie MacDowell). Am Ende des stimmungsvollen Festes zeigt sich, dass auch Carrie für Charles entflammt ist, und die beiden verbringen eine Liebesnacht miteinander, bevor Carrie wieder in die USA zurückkehrt. Doch die nächste Hochzeit, auf der sie sich wiederbegegnen werden, ist nicht fern … Doch die stärkste, ergreifendste Szene kommt mit der Beerdigung. John Hanah liest die Trauerrede "Funeral Blues" von H.W. Auden nicht nur vor, er lebt sie...und man kann die eigenen Tränen nicht mehr zurückhalten. Stoppt jede Uhr, lasst ab vom Telefon. ein Knochen für den Hund, dann schweigt er schon, Lasst schweigen die Pianos, nur Trommeln, dumpf und schwer. Tragt raus den Sarg, die Trauernden ruft her. Lasst Flieger kreisen - Trauer sei Gebot, an den Himmel schreiben: Er ist Tot. Die weißen Taubenhälse sollen schwarze Kragen, und Polizisten schwarze Handschuh tragen.. Er war mir Nord, mir Süd, mir Ost und West; Des Sonntags Ruh'und der Woche Stress, Mein Wort, mein Lied, mein Tag, meine Nacht. Ich dachte, Liebe währet ewig - falsch gedacht. Sterne sind jetzt unerwünscht, will nichts sehen davon, verpackt den Mond, zertrümmert die Sonn'. Fegt weg den Wald und des Meeres Flut, Nie wird es mehr sein, so wie es war. Nie wieder gut... Aber auch das Liebesgeständnis auf der Straße, gehört für mich immer noch mit zu den schönsten der Filmgeschichte. Wunderbar auch der schrullige Rowan Atkinson, der hier nervös als Pfarrerneuling fungiert und einfach zum Schiessen ist. Also dann : "Im Namen, des Vaters, des Sohnes und des heiligen Schweißes..." Ein unglaublich sehenswerter Film und ein absolutes High-Light dieses Genres, der wirklich alles bietet und nach so vielen Jahren immer noch zu Recht zu einem der beliebtesten Filme zählt. Ein Klassiker, den man sich immer wieder gerne ansieht und sich keinesfalls entgehen lassen sollte.
T**K
おそらく撮影時32歳のヒュー・グラント。役柄カッコ良すぎる青年にしないために、眼鏡をかけたり、にしたらしいが、私には32歳ヒューは美しすぎる程にカッコ良い! 作品としても、ヒュー演ずるチャールズの友人役の俳優さん達がいずれも個性派揃いで魅力的だし、何よりも脚本が最高!"I do."が3つの異なる答えとしてつかわれてるとこがミソ。ぜひとも、英語オリジナルで味わいたい。
A**T
Excellent qualité. 'Settings' - grand choix des langues et soutitres. Livraison immediate.
M**Z
Es preciosa está película...
T**H
Family favorite. Perfectly cast. Hilarious. Four Weddings and a Funeral is 117 minutes long--typical length for a feature movie. What's wonderful is that every one of those 117 minutes is a gem. Some minutes are hold-your-sides-while-roaring-with-laughter. Some are incredibly tender. While multiple romances are woven into the story, the big romance between Hugh Grant and Andie McDowell has the kind of tragic inevitability that makes you want to shout advice. "Hey, Hugh, the bus is leaving. The bus is leaving! THE BUS IS LEAVING. Ooops, bus gone." Even his slow recovery is touching and humorous. The story twists from tender to triumphal, then quickly tacks in an unexpected direction. It's a lovely story that never wastes a minute. If ever you must give a public speech at a social event, fear not. This movie can help. Watch Hugh Grant give some amazing speeches as the best man. What to say, how to say it, and a little what NOT to say--there are plenty of tips here. You can do it. Besides being a great movie to watch with folks at home, Four Weddings and a Funeral is on my short list of movies that perk you up when sick at home. A few others on my short list, if you're interested: The Replacements Dave (1993) The American President Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves Robin Hood Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas American Flyers I hope this review (and the sick list) are in some way helpful.
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