The Drama
Borgli specializes in secondhand embarrassment comedy that makes you squirm
The brief
Borgli brings his signature awkward-cringe sensibility from "Sick of Myself" to what should be a straightforward wedding comedy, turning every romantic moment into a squirm-inducing social nightmare. Pattinson leans hard into his post-Twilight weirdness while Zendaya anchors the chaos with genuine vulnerability, creating an oddly believable couple you're never sure you're rooting for. The whole thing moves like watching a car accident in slow motion - you know disaster is coming but you can't look away from how beautifully it's all falling apart. Perfect for anyone who thought "The Rehearsal" needed more celebrity cameos and wedding cake.
The verdict
If you have a high tolerance for cringe comedy and loved the uncomfortable brilliance of "Sick of Myself" or "The Rehearsal," this is a perfectly executed social nightmare that showcases Pattinson and Zendaya's weird chemistry. If you prefer your romantic comedies sweet and straightforward rather than squirm-inducing disasters, skip this beautifully crafted car crash.
Watch with
- 👫 Date night for couples who love uncomfortable comedy
- ⚠️ Skip if you're planning a wedding soon
Heads up
- Relationship conflict and breakup discussions (moderate)
- Cringe-inducing social situations throughout (frequent)
Credits
- Director
- Kristoffer Borgli
- Cast
- Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Alana Haim, Mamoudou Athie, Zoë Winters, Hailey Benton Gates, Jordyn Curet
Official synopsis
A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails.
The Double
Make a night of it
Pair this with You Were Never Really Here (2017)
Both explore psychological pressure fracturing carefully constructed lives.
Total runtime: 1h 45m + 1h 29m = 3h 14m
