Rating: 8 out of 10, a totally enjoyable comedy that provides an interesting female viewpoint that is extremely rare in R rated comedies. I've always liked Wiig's performances and her brand of humor. She's the driving force here and has her funniest moments in the quick side comments she is so good at. As I said, this is an estrogen driven comedy that is still very appealing to guys, at least this guy. The story revolves around Annie (Wiig) dealing with some challenges in about every aspect of her own life while trying to be the maid of honor for her best friend. Bryne plays a rich bitch bridesmaid who tries to horn in on Annie's prerogatives. Again, this is a female point of view, I think most guys would think, oh a rich friend willing to fund this great party and be fine with it. McCarthy as the over weight and totally inappropriate bridesmaid has most of the biggest laughs outside Wiig. Annie finally gets control of her life and finds love with O'Dowd who is an English Wisconsin state policeman, don't ask. One of the funniest scenes is Annie trying to get O'Dowd's attention by repeatedly running through a speed trap he has set up. Hamm looked to be having a lot of fun as the heartless cad. A lot of guys dismiss this movie as strictly a chick flick, for me funny is funny and this is a very funny movie.
MVP: Wiig as the semi-hopeless Annie struggling to be the Maid of Honor honorably
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