labbysexy-544-183001 Unlike some of the other commentors, I thoroughly enjoyed this movie as it was like a reflection of mine and some of my closest friends lives. All successful professionals with our own angst and issues, trying to navigate these whilst still keeping true to ourselves. As girlfriends, we talk about these issues when we meet up and we all have our own strengths which each brings to the table and so each of us know who to turn to for certain advise. The storyline captivated me from start to finish and although I had not seen the play prior to the movie, I am glad I hadn't as I would have been making too many comparisons as we all do especially if one had read a book which was turned into a movie. The acting was superb by all and felt truly sad how so many exceptionally talented black actors get side-stepped for sub par actors. I have rated this film a 9 based on the storyline and great acting and directing. Kudos to Tyler who for once did well in a non Madea role.

Benjamin Black As I said before, "Daddy's Little Girls" was good, but not great or excellent like Tyler Perry's first two films. Would this one be able to give the writer/producer/director/actor another great hit? The answer is yes! This movie is even better than the other films Tyler Perry released! I even requested this film to friends after I saw it in theaters; some of us talked about it and were really impressed by what we saw! This is a great updated version from the stage play. Rather than it focusing on two couples, we see four couples here who go to a Colorado town for their annual marriage retreat. One couple, Terry & Dianne, are struggling with Dianne's stubbornness to do what's best for the two of them instead of just herself. Angela & Marcus are fighting with the ever popular "baby mama drama," as well as Marcus' gaining respect as a man. Another couple, Sheila & Mike, have trouble as Mike finds he's not in love with Sheila anymore; Sheila is depressed and will do anything to save her marriage. The final couple, Patricia & Gavin, seem to be the perfect couple; they support each other, and they love each other deeply. The other great characters we meet are Trina, Sheila's "best friend" and Troy, the sheriff of the town the couples go to for their retreat.The couples and the stories are great. I find it disappointingly funny when people say Tyler Perry's work is for Black people only, simple because it's made by and stars Black people. If there was ever an example that his works are universal and speak to everyone of every culture and background, this is probably the best example (for the time it came out, anyway). By focusing on these four couples, that gives us a better chance of seeing more people. We see people in our lives like Gavin & Patricia and Mike & Sheila. Or, if we didn't know anyone like Angela & Marcus, we could say we know someone like Dianne & Terry. I like that! The comedy and drama in this movie are also really great. Dramatic scenes like the dinner table scenes when all the secrets about the family comes out is incredible! People were howling in the theater when I saw this! A friend told me when she saw it, someone shouted "Thank you!" when Sheila hit Mike with the wine bottle! The comic moments are just as funny. I love Marcus' characteristic of saying "Y'know what I'm sayin'?" when he's lying. You can only imagine how many laughs were roaring in the audience when Angela said "You've never seen Black people on a train? You ain't never heard of the Underground Railroad?!" Or how about the moment where Mike let us know the Constitution says that if a man doesn't get sex from his wife, he has the legal right to get it somewhere else? The movie knows just what to give us and when to give it to us! I love the message at the end. Sheila is able to forgive and move on in a better life instead of seeking revenge or being angry. This is nice because in any other movie, the message of hate and revenge would be promoted. (Remember that movie "John Tucker Must Die?" Yeah...(Eyes roll)) I'm glad, once again, that faith is being brought up in this movie. The more we can show that in film, especially mainstream, the better. And, again, it's not forced. Take it if you want, leave it if you don't.There is one nit-pick I have with this movie. It's not distracting at all, but it is something I noticed: did anyone notice the character change in Trina? In the play, she's portrayed as a selfish, greedy, immoral gold digger. Really! Go watch the play! Here, she's really soften up! Sheila is her friend, and she treats her like one. When Sheila learns that Mike and Trina are sleeping together in the play, Trina isn't sorry about it. She doesn't show any remorse in her actions. In the movie, it's the exact opposite. Look in her eyes, she's sorry about what happened. She seems genuinely sorry she hurt her friend. That's really weird because in the promotional pictures for the movies she's in, she's dressed to reflect the character in the play, not the movie. Again, this does not hurt the movie at all; it's a very small nit-pick! This movie is fantastic! Tyler Perry knows what he's doing, and he does it well...That is, well, check out my other reviews. If you haven't seen this movie, find it, buy it, and watch it! After you see it, watch it with your husband/wife, boyfriend/girlfriend, and even with your friends and family. This is a movie for all! If you've ever been in a relationship, this movie is dedicated to you!

Raul Faust Well, this is a different film, with mostly unknown actors, but it works. This is a comedy drama that shows many problems that involve getting married. It's an anthropology class that instances how people react to different situations and so.For me, the main actress that deserves some recognition is Tasha Smith. She plays Angela, a crazy and stressed woman that looks like the feminine version of Snoop Dogg. Angela and Marcus have the most funny lines and they provide a few laughs throughout the film, especially when they're in the bus. The rest of the cast, despite not being this funny, are good in what they do and make of "Why Did I Get Married?" a believable and sensible film. And I really don't understand the 4.4 rating that IMDb displays....

richard-1787 This is one fine movie, because it doesn't settle for stereotypical, flat characters. The women are better developed than the men, but most of the men have three dimensions too. (Let's face it, some real men don't have three dimensions either.) The end is, perhaps, too pat: everything works out for all the women, which seems too much like the end of a half-hour TV drama years ago. But up until the end, it is all believable and often very moving.The men, most of them, mistreat their women in one way or the other. Perry complicates this by choosing male actors who are Extremely handsome and sexy. You can understand why these women have a hard time separating from them, even if, in some cases, for only awhile. That, too, is real: the conflict between the pull of strong sexual desire and the mind that tells you that, even if he's good in bed, this man is not good for you.Granted, there is "one of each" - the men, especially, are representative of different situations of the modern middle-aged man: one had a previous wife and children with her, and that causes problems; one is in a marriage with a woman who is much more successful than he is; etc. Still, if the men represent different types, they are not stereotypical: they have complexity.One very enjoyable movie.