The Best Man
After writing a soon-to-be bestselling novel, writer Harper Stewart attempts to hide the fact that his new book is loosely based on the lives and loves of his tight-knit group of friends. Harper is set to be best man at his friend Lance's wedding, and all his friends will be in attendance. When an advance copy of the book makes its way into the hands of his ex-flame, Jordan Armstrong, Harper attempts to keep it under wraps.
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November 14, 2013
Lee comes at the topics refreshingly, taking the African-American male, one of the least explored groups in film, and placing him under a microscope, not for judgment, but for observation.
May 03, 2012
The wedding weekend entails predictable conflict and resolution, by way of some excellent performances.
January 26, 2006
So much for the under-powered plot, from tyro writer/director Malcolm D Lee, to which the tiresome unearthing of nice guy Harper's previous dalliances contributes little.
December 11, 2006
A festive few hours that often delights.
January 01, 2000
This smooth, glossy, enjoyable film showcases an impressive new authorial voice.
April 11, 2012
Viewers who mistake the didacticism for stylistic weakness miss much of the point of this nicely toned movie.
January 01, 2000
The Best Man is phony on every level.
June 18, 2002
The glossy ensemble cast is consistently interesting.
March 15, 2013
Entertaining romantic drama ponders commitment, fidelity.
May 26, 2006
The Best Man is a decent character driven effort and a light night out at the movies.
November 14, 2013
Ultimately when it's all said and done, Best Man remains always a groomsman, never a groom: It backs down on its promise to both challenge and entertain, opting instead for the easy laugh--and the pat ending.
April 11, 2012
A fresh romantic comedy that's somewhat let down by a wayward plot, The Best Man is well worth watching for the outstanding ensemble acting and the intelligent, schmaltz-avoiding handling of love, marriage and friendship.
