Generally when the characters are teens its a coming of age film, and when the characters are older its a romantic comedy. Sione's wedding is sort of a combination of both - the characters are all older but as yet haven't faced the time-to-grow-up-meet-a-girl-and-fall-in-love moment . . . . until it is now forced upon them.
Even though the story was pretty predictable it was still really enjoyable to watch. There was plenty of emotional turmoil, comedy, and originality to set the movie apart from other films in both genres. You could say it was something that hadn't been done before, it was almost unique!!
Making the whole experience even better was watching the film at a cinema with other New Zealanders - although I didn't know anyone else (except Reid of course) it was great to laugh along with others at all those things distinctly Kiwi.
I was also impressed with the cinematography - particularly in the opening scene, flying over Auckland city. I did wonder what time of day they filmed that scene because there was very little traffic on the roads or perhaps the traffic crisis in Auckland is just a myth!
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