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Movie Info

Release Date: May 18, 1950
Runtime: 92 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (2)
Genres:
Drama Comedy Romance
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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πŸ…
90%
Tomatometer
76
76/100
Metacritic
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7.0/10
TMDB
227 votes
⭐
7.1/10
IMDb
13,465 votes
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Father of the Bride

1950

"Love, laughter, and the price of letting go."

Also known as: πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ DE: Der Vater der Braut? πŸ‡·πŸ‡΄ RO: TatΔƒl miresei All international titles (2) →

Awards & Recognition

0 Wins
1 Nominations
1 Total
Oscars
1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner
1951 Oscars Best Actor Spencer Tracy

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 0/5
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Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Profit -$0

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Father of the Bride is directed by Vincente Minnelli .

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Keywords

#marriage 45 #engagement 3

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Father of the Bride

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  • Elizabeth Taylor, who portrayed the bride Kay, was only 18 years old at the time of filming, showcasing her youthful charm that contributed to her character's innocence.

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  • During the wedding reception scene, a small detail can be spotted where the wedding cake visibly shifts between shots, revealing a continuity error.

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  • The film's lighthearted score was composed by Frank Loesser, blending comedic and romantic elements that enhanced the emotional beats of the story.

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  • The character of Stanley Banks has been referenced in various other works as an archetypal father figure, influencing later portrayals of fathers in film and television.

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  • The film was shot on location in Los Angeles, with the wedding scenes filmed at the historic St. James Episcopal Church, which provided an authentic backdrop for the nuptial events.

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