The all-Polynesian cast, many of whom developed this material as part of a theater troupe called "The Naked Samoans," bring so much energy and glee to the telling that one can only smile and hope they all profit wildly from the American remake that's reportedly in the works.
Sione's Wedding
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New Zealand · 2006
Rated PG-13 · 1h 37m
Director Chris Graham
Starring Oscar Kightley, Shimpal Lelisi, Iaheto Ah Hi, Teuila Blakely
Genre Comedy, Romance
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Meet best friends Michael, Albert, Stanley, and Sefa. They're almost thirsty, but still act as if they're sixteen. But now, Michael's brother Sione is getting married, and to ensure his big day isn't spoiled by their chaotic antics, Sione has issued an ultimatum: the guys all have to bring dates to the wedding. They have one month.
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The big, burly Samoan Wedding is a shrewdly written, impeccably timed and audaciously played romantic comedy.
Los Angeles Times by Kevin Thomas
Consistently imaginative, revealing and funny.
San Francisco Chronicle by Mick LaSalle
It has an affectionate aura, a warmth to it. But at the same time, the audience is left standing on the outside, almost as though watching a home movie: Clearly, this meant something to the people who made it, but it's hard to say what or why.
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