"Father of the Bride" was made back in the days when Steve Martin still had a really funny streak (which unfortunately seems to have ended with the "Cheaper by the Dozen" movies and the "Pink Panther" remake). The plot of course has him as suburban everyman George Banks getting ready for his daughter's wedding, with a series of hilarious mishaps along the way. Some of the scenes just make you die laughing, as you think "Oh my God! They're really doing that!" (you'll know these scenes when you see them). A real treat. Also starring Diane Keaton and Martin Short.

I wish to assert that 1991 was Steve Martin's best movie year ever. Aside from this, he also starred in "L.A. Story" and got a serious role in "Grand Canyon". He is a genius, you can't deny that.

An incredibly charming and heartfelt little comedy- Father of the Bride manages to feel genuine and hilarious all at once thanks largely to Martin's comedic abilities and a well written script. I have little to no complaints about this movie at all. The ending is a bit cheap I have to say, but all in all I did enjoy the film all the way through and was actually tearing up from time to time. What makes Father of the Bride so different from many modern day comedies is that it isn't afraid to get personal and it isn't afraid to show it cares, even despite characters being against that. Martin is absolutely perfect in the leading role, and gives the film the exact kind of energy it needs. The rest of the supporting cast is also rather good, especially the bride herself- Kimberly Williams-Paisley whose father daughter chemistry with Martin feels so natural that it's hard to remember they are not at all related. The film is so incredibly insightful and genuine in its personalization of character that it's hard to not watch the film and see a mirror into your own life. It's a magical comedy unlike no other, and they truly don't make films like this one anymore. In the end, Father of the Bride is among my favorite Steve Martin movies, and manages to get both a smile and tear out of me with every watch.

My Rating: 9.5/10.

While not Steve Martin's best film or role, he shines in a very likable and watchable comedy film. His Tom Jones impersonation especially is absolutely brilliant. Diane Keaton sparkles as his uncomplaining wife, and Kimberly Williams is sweet and alluring as his daughter Annie(she looked stunning in the wedding dress),while Martin Short gives a wonderfully fluffy turn as the camp wedding organiser. Onto the other elements of the film, while sentimental in places and perhaps a little unoriginal, what lifts it aside from the excellent performances is the beautiful scenery and cinematography, a nice script, assured direction and a pleasant soundtrack. Plus there were enough laughs to satisfy me, going for subtlety rather than wackiness, making it even more pleasant to watch. Overall, engaging and definitely worth watching. 8/10 Bethany Cox