A man doesn't like paying for his daughter's wedding.

1/4 (Bad)

This version at least tips you off with the casting that it's meant to be a comedy, which gives it a leg up on the original.

(Jul. 2021) ( )

Love is wonderful. Until it happens to your only daughter.
With his oldest daughter's wedding approaching, a father finds himself reluctant to let go.
Rated PG for a few inappropriate comments

A brilliantly made light-hearted film with Steve Martin in the title role, Diane Keaton as his wife, and Kimberly Williams as their daughter. It's a remake of a much older film which I saw a long time ago, but I enjoyed this version very much both times I've seen it.

The bulk of the story involves the wedding preparation, which becomes more and more elaborate and increasingly expensive - organised by the strange but talented 'Franck' (Martin Short).

Lots of humour, much of it due to expressions and body language with brilliant timing. But there's also quite a poignant thread underlying, as the 'father of the bride' bemoans his daughter growing up so fast and moving out.

Highly recommended if you like romantic comedies with the emphasis on the comedy, and want a light evening's relaxation.

Longer review here: https://suesdvdreviews.blogspot.com/2021/06/father-of-bride-steve-martin.html ( )