If you’re reaching for a romantic comedy, “27 Dresses” is the perfect option. Katherine Heigl, James Marsden, Peyton List and many more star in this heartfelt movie directed by Anne Fletcher.
About the Film
Jane Nichols has been a bridesmaid in 27 weddings (yes you heard that right 27). One night while Jane is attending two of her friends’ weddings simultaneously, she meets Kevin Doyle. Kevin has a more critical view on marriage, the two end up taking a cab home together at the end of the night where Jane ends up leaving her planner. Jane returns to her job the next morning, at her job she has developed feelings for her boss George. Disaster strikes for Jane when her sister Tess returns from her trip to Europe. Upon her return, Tess and George fall in love and now the wedding planning falls back onto the dependable bridesmaid Jane. Until Jane begins to write her own love story with someone she would least expect, the marriage-hating Kevin.
What sets “27 Dresses” apart from other films?
“27 Dresses” has all of the Romantic Comedy elements that make these films so lovable. You have your classic elements of humor, romance and an extremely lovable protagonist. The movie captures all the elements of a wedding, the joy, the chaos and the pain while also being able to explore themes of self-discovery and the importance of standing up for yourself. “27 Dresses” is more than just a rom-com; it’s a celebration of friendship/sisterhood, love and the journey to finding happiness within. Whether you’re a fan of rom-coms or just need a feel-good film, “27 Dresses” is a must-watch.
One of the most memorable aspects of “27 Dresses” that truly makes it stick out to viewers is its fashion. The movie features Jane’s variety of bridesmaid dresses, each dress is crazier than the last, showcasing the evolution of wedding fashion over the years. The evolution of fashion in the movie mirrors Jane’s own journey. While the dresses she wears are often funny and extremely over-the-top, they represent her commitment to putting her friend’s desires above her own. This selflessness is at the core of Jane’s character, truly making her someone the audience falls in love with.
Opinion
Personally, I found the film delightful and heartwarming. The film came out 1 year before I was born and it was a good way for me to learn about pop culture from around my birth year and years prior. As someone who is a Rom-Com lover of both books and movies, this is definitely in my top 10. Are there better rom-coms out there yes, but was this one well-developed, had an intriguing plot that kept the audience engaged also a yes! Overall I would rate this movie an 8/10.
Box Office
“27 Dresses” hit theaters on January 9, 2008, just 1 month before Valentine’s Day the perfect movie for this day of love. The film opened at number two in the North American box office, earning the United States $23 million in its opening weekend. The film was able to gross $76.8 million in North America and $85.8 million in international markets, for a total worldwide gross of $162.7 million.
According to BoxOfficeGuru.com, “The audience for the $30M-budgeted “27 Dresses” was overwhelmingly female. Studio research showed that 75% of the crowd consisted of women, but the audience was evenly split between persons over and under 25.”
Where to watch
You can find “27 Dresses” on all different types of streaming platforms such as Hulu, Disney+, Sling TV and YouTube TV with a premium subscription. You can rent the movie on Amazon Prime Video starting at $3.79. The movie will be playing on Feb 18, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. on FX. The air time is 1 hour and 51 minutes.
