Serial (Bad) Weddings: A Hilarious Circus of Emotions

Alright folks, let’s talk about “Serial (Bad) Weddings” – a cracker of a French film! Taking the stage is Christian Clavier, our legendary Monsieur Verneuil. He’s the dad who’s having way too much fun at his daughters’ weddings—or maybe the opposite, let’s just say he’s a classic dad stuck in awkward modern times. Directed by Philippe de Chauveron, this comedy flick takes us into the amusing hurdles of multicultural marriages. Charles, my buddy from cinema days, would’ve loved this one!

Now, remember those dinners at grandma’s where you’d introduce a new partner, and the whole room would go silent? Yeah, this is sort of like that, but on steroids. The Verneuil family banter is like a twisted version of “Fawlty Towers,” with culture shocks and little toe-stepping on societal norms. The film pokes at these themes with a sharp but hilarious stick.

Confession time: The first time I saw Clavier in action was back in “Les Visiteurs.” My little cousin and I had sneaked into the cinema, and we got hooked on his antics. Clavier brings that déjà vu of brilliance here, making you chuckle and even pause—wait, are we supposed to agree with him?

Now, it ain’t all roses. Sometimes the jokes go a bit haywire, swinging low with stereotypes. You might find yourself sidestepping a cringe or two. But the laughter, oh boy, it shakes the room!

Imagine watching this with a group of mates, a bit of fika on the side. So, if you’re up for a wild ride through family chaos, mixed with love sprinkles—and some quirky understanding of diverse cultures—grab a seat and enjoy. It’s a bit like life, messy but sweet.

Check the trailer below