Muriel's Wedding . Tucson Weekly . 03-30-95

Muriel's Wedding

DIRECTED BY: P.J. Hogan

REVIEWED: 03-30-95

This Australian comedy, like Strictly Ballroom and The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert before it, seems like its fashions came from another planet. The story of Muriel--an overweight ugly duckling who must overcome bitchy friends, a pompous father and her own misguided dreams of marriage in order to become a swan--would be perfunctory if it weren't for the style it was told in. How can you resist a film dominated by gaudy colors, ABBA songs, and an unnatural emphasis on Muriel's facial contortions while frowning and smiling.

--Zachary Woodruff

Other Films by P.J. Hogan
My Best Friend's Wedding

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