Matrimonium

While watching, I kept asking myself why was I still viewing this incredibly bad movie. First off, the music reminded me of watching a 1970's after-school special. The characters and story lines were ridiculous and totally unbelievable. The actors did the best they could with the material provided. This is what a movie looks like without direction. I rated it two stars and was being overly generous with that. I gave one star for the actors and the embarrassment I felt for them. One star for what the story/movie could have been. I can't believe this got funding for production.I also had to wonder what the hell was up with Dre? Was she an alien playing a tranny or what? Her final poses in each of her scenes were what carried me through the movie as I couldn't believe how insane they were.

I hate reality shows. This "film" is a spoof of reality shows. It follows, then, that Matrimonium would appeal to me. And based on the plot description and others users' comments, it honestly did.

Then I sat down with on open mind and began to take in Matrimonium. As the film neared it's end, I realized that it was a complete and utter waste of my time. Only thing was, I was not near the end of the film. I was only 38 minutes in!

The problem wasn't that it just wasn't stimulating. It actually went the other way, and I can honestly say that I detested this despicable piece of drudgery. It has nothing to do with supporting or not supporting homosexuality or gay marriage or any of that. There was nothing innovative, provocative, nor amusing about this film. The "jokes" regarding stereotypes of homosexuals and southerners have been used to death and just aren't funny anymore. As for the message they were trying to get across; again, I've heard it all a millions times. Personally I agree with it, but anyone who does not certainly will not be swayed by this film. The production value was pretty bad, which I would readily dismiss had there been some sort of worthy content to hold my attention instead. The acting was about what you'd expect from this caliber of a production--nothing special, but not terrible.

I am a film student. I am very open to all forms of cinema and have experienced quite a wide selection of films. This includes quite a few downright terrible films. Rarely have I been so tempted to give up in the middle of a film as I was with Matrimonium. I persevered though, and I almost regret it. There were about two decent lines near the end of the film, which is the only merit I can attribute to this work. It is for these that I give this film no more than two stars.

I was stricken with awe when I saw a rating of 8.5 here at IMDb and I wonder if I watched the same film as these other voters. Well of course I did, which raises the question of whether or not sexual preference makes a difference in how a viewer relates to such a film. That is my only possible conclusion regarding such praise for such a terrible film.

*Edit: This movie no longer has a rating of 8.5 and I am glad to see it.

I saw this movie based on the recommendation of a friend. I didn't have much hope it be worth watching. And, when I saw it was recorded in video tape, I grit my teeth.

But, it was a fun little film. It didn't try to be anything more than it was. The movie made fun of reality TV. It did that by using the same stereotypes that reality TV shows use.

The characters were over-the-top, but that is what satire does. It characterizes the people it's making fun of. Loretta was a perfect example of that. She was my favorite character by far.

Congratulations to the cast for using improv and a script to give a more reality-TV-like feel to the movie.

Very clever. If they hadn't made this parody/mocumentary, then the industry probably would have made the real deal. Way to jump on a hilarious idea and follow through.

Solid improv performances by the whole cast. I especially loved Deven Green's performance as the Host who acts as though she's just stepped out of a horrific car accident unscathed, dazed and SERIOUSLY confused!! Hilarious subtleties. Watch her closely. She's very funny.

And kudos to Joel Bryant as the Best Man. Very real. Very funny. He's got some great lines; great zingers that perfectly cap the scene. He must have been a riot on set too. The DVD has some outtakes, and Joel was hilarious on them.

Overall, a very strong cast. Great characters.

The adage "truth is stranger than fiction" is proved in spades with this misguided reality show satire. Unforuntately for the producers of MATRIMONIUM, truth is also a lot funnier. I'm a big fan of the reality TV genre, and as such I realize that it is it's own form of satire. So this film is not only unfunny but redundant. Liberal parts "Boy Meets Boy" crossed with "My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiancé", MATRIMONIUM is about as subtle as being hit by a box full of hammers. The characters are stereotypes and the three leads (especially the robotic hostess) are about as repulsive as possible without being in a Troma film. Only the actor playing best man Bradley manages the script's lame premise and tone with any skill. His wedding toast of double entendres is the highest of the low points in this video. The DVD also presents a slew of outtakes and a commentary track that proudly announces that the producers (one of whom is the star) find the film funny and insightful. So much for modesty. I now pronounce you DOA.