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- 1999
- R
- Universal Pictures
- 2 h
- 1999
- R
- Universal Pictures
- 2 h
Summary A revealing look at the more intimate side of life for a group of successful friends who are reunited when one of their college buddies gets married. (Universal Studios)
Directed By: Malcolm D. Lee
Written By: Malcolm D. Lee
- 1999
- R
- Universal Pictures
- 2 h
- 1999
- R
- Universal Pictures
- 2 h
The Best Man
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Summary A revealing look at the more intimate side of life for a group of successful friends who are reunited when one of their college buddies gets married. (Universal Studios)
Directed By: Malcolm D. Lee
Written By: Malcolm D. Lee
Where to Watch
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 30 Critic Reviews
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57% Positive
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40% Mixed
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3% Negative
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 30 Critic Reviews
61
57% Positive
17 Reviews
17 Reviews
40% Mixed
12 Reviews
12 Reviews
3% Negative
1 Review
1 Review
A delightful, inspiring and ultimately redemptive comedy-drama.
Say 'I do' to Best Man.
User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 27 User Ratings
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89% Positive
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4% Mixed
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7% Negative
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User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 27 User Ratings
8.1
89% Positive
24 Ratings
24 Ratings
4% Mixed
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7% Negative
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Wonderful, extraordinary! Love it so much!
Unfortunately, I began with the sequel because I wanted to watch a Christmas movie and I wanted to see what happened in this one, although it was very obvious. It surprised me, in a great way. Loved the vibe, the period,the music, the romance, the moments shared together,the friendships, the roastings. It was a iconic hood, family 2000s movie. The type the movie that lack greatly in this period. Very fun and soulful experience. I hope that they will return with the third and not just them, the industry, to make more movies like these, even reboot. It's a good start. Miss you all! Peace!
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Tapping into the Zeitgeist of young black professionals starving to see themselves on film, it hits all the right cultural touchstones.
Overall, this smooth, glossy, enjoyable film showcases an impressive new authorial voice.
Oversimplifies the concept of unrequited love, and over-romanticizes the notion of everlasting love.
This agitated comedy could be called "The Big Chillin'" if it had a smidge of the 1983 film's wit and charm.
Largely a disappointment.
[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]
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Production Company
40 Acres & A Mule Filmworks
Release Date Oct 22, 1999
Duration 2 h
Rating R
Tagline The flower arrangements have been ordered. The sleeping arrangements are still being worked out.
Website
http://www.best-man.com/
Awards
Image Awards (NAACP)
• 4 Wins & 10 Nominations
Black Reel Awards
• 4 Wins & 7 Nominations
Chicago Film Critics Association Awards
• 1 Nomination
