CHEERFUL WEATHER FOR THE WEDDING

BY CHRISTOPHER HASKELL
MAY 12, 2013

Despite its shortcomings, the chemistry is so strong between Felicity Jones and Luke Treadaway that even though they spend most of the film apart, the connection between them carries the film. Felicity is gorgeous as always, performing in such a lyrical beauty that radiates through her lack of dialogue. She is the star, and she shines.

Treadaway also primarily uses his expressions to portray his character. The film’s highlight is a moment where he kindly dances with Jones’ younger sister, gazing at Felicity the entire time. With no words spoken, the emotion is still strong. Apart from these performances, “Cheerful Weather for the Wedding” is an average dramatic comedy, with dry, British humor and a lack of ingenuity. Had the director pushed a nuanced feel, the film could have been so much more impacting. Instead, it relies too heavily on its brilliant cast and too little on its substance and direction.