The Wedding
"Two men. Two different worlds. One final decision."
Originally released in 1998. The Wedding is a romance/drama film. directed by Charles Burnett. With a runtime of 2h 41m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Halle Berry, Eric Thal, and Lynn Whitfield
Synopsis
Shelby Coles (Halle Berry) is engaged to marry talented white jazz musician Meade Howell, but the pair face opposition from both Meade's family, who object to an inter-racial marriage, and Shelby's parents, who want her to marry a professional. As Shelby is afflicted by pre-marital doubts, handsome Lute McNeil arrives on the scene, determined to make Shelby his at any cost.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 22, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
2h 41m
161 minutes total
User Rating
8.3/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Halle Berry
as Shelby Coles
Eric Thal
as Meade Howell
Lynn Whitfield
as Corinne Coles
Carl Lumbly
as Lute McNeil
Marianne Jean-Baptiste
as Ellen Coles
Cynda Williams
as Liz Odis
Peter Francis James
as Isaac Coles
Michael Warren
as Clark Coles
Shirley Knight
as Gram (Miss Caroline)
Ronn Carroll
as Dr. Havermeyer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Harpo Films
- Hamdon Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wedding about?
Shelby Coles (Halle Berry) is engaged to marry talented white jazz musician Meade Howell, but the pair face opposition from both Meade's family, who object to an inter-racial marriage, and Shelby's...
Who directed The Wedding?
The Wedding was directed by Charles Burnett.
How long is The Wedding?
The Wedding has a runtime of 2 hours and 41 minutes (161 minutes total).
When was The Wedding released?
The Wedding was released on February 22, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Wedding?
The main cast of The Wedding includes Halle Berry, Eric Thal, Lynn Whitfield, Carl Lumbly, Marianne Jean-Baptiste.