Marry Me

Running time: 90 mins

Will they survive their own wedding day? A magnificent Belgian comedy - drama that runs the gamut from tragicomic to downright hilarious, Marry Me is a brilliant and exuberant story of vastly contrasting people in love. She is a quick-tempered and feisty Turkish woman; he, a shy and reticent, young Flemish man. Their respective families hold strong - perhaps too strong - opinions on the imminent marriage, and, on the big day, chaos ensues, making the young couple question their own readiness to commit to a union for life. Are their backgrounds really so different to tear them apart? With stellar performances from a strong ensemble cast exuding emotional powerhouse moments, this film is a genuine life - affirming experience touching upon universal themes of prejudice, hatred, acceptance, trust, and forgiveness in a truly captivating and ardent way. - Liva Petersone