Bridesmaids

Director: Paul Feig
Writer: Kristen Wiig, Annie Mumolo
Cast: Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne
Language: English
Theatrical Release Date: Thu Apr 28 00:00:00 EDT 2011
Awards: 2012 Academy Awards Best Supporting Actress, 2012 Academy Awards Best Original Screenplay
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Synopsis: Annie (Kristen Wiig), is a maid of honor whose life unravels as she leads her best friend, Lillian (Maya Rudolph), and a group of colorful bridesmaids (Rose Byrne, Melissa McCarthy, Wendi McLendon-Covey and Ellie Kemper) on a wild ride down the road to matrimony. Annie's life is a mess. But when she finds out her lifetime best friend is engaged, she simply must serve as Lillian's maid of honor. Though lovelorn and broke, Annie bluffs her way through the expensive and bizarre rituals. With one chance to get it perfect, she'll show Lillian and her bridesmaids just how far you'll go for someone you love. [Synopsis Courtesy of IMDb]

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