Father of the Bride (1991) - 8 stars out of 10

Father of the Bride (1991) - 8 stars out of 10

Father of the Bride's great characters make for a very memorable comedy (which happens to be far superior to the 1950 film on which it was based).  Steve Martin's opening monologue and narration throughout the film puts this in competition with Dirty Rotten Scoundrels for his greatest performance.  His voiceover during the wedding scene was particularly moving.  It would be an injustice to review this movie without drawing attention to the genius that is Martin Short.  "Franck" (pronounced "Frahnk") is one of the best movie characters out there and his interactions with Steve Martin somehow manage to top "Three Amigos!"  Aside from all of the comedy, Steve Martin and Diane Keaton personify the life that we all desire - to grow old with the person that you love, raise a tight-knit family in a beautiful home, and watch your children grow up and find happiness.  It seems a bit sentimental for a comedy, but I guess that sometimes you can have your cake and eat it too.