
Muriel's Wedding
Success is the best revenge.
Directed by P.J. Hogan
Produced by CiBy 2000, Film Victoria
A warm, energetic comedy-drama about self-reinvention and female friendship that balances satirical social critique with genuine emotional growth and romantic aspiration.
Socially awkward Muriel Heslop wants nothing more than to get married. Unfortunately, due to her oppressive politician father, Muriel has never even been on a date. Ostracized by her more socially adept friends, Muriel runs into fellow outcast Rhonda Epinstalk, and the two move from their small Australian town to the big city of Sydney, where Muriel changes her name and begins the arduous task of redesigning her life to match her fantasies.
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Is Muriel's Wedding one of a kind? No. Less singular than 95% of films.
Is Muriel's Wedding violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.
Does Muriel's Wedding end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 85% of films.
Is Muriel's Wedding easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Is Muriel's Wedding scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Is Muriel's Wedding sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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