Rachel Getting Married
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Rachel Getting Married

Kym Buchman has been in drug rehab for nine months, during which time she has been clean. She is released temporarily from the facility to attend her ...sister Rachel Buchman's wedding. During her release, Kym is staying at the family home, where the wedding is taking place. As such, it is like Grand Central Station for the duration of Kym's stay, which may not be the most conducive situation for her in constantly being exposed to the watching eyes of those who know and don't yet know her, but know of her situation. The reunion with her family members starts off well enough, but issues around Kym's release from rehab quickly surface. Kym and Rachel's father, Paul Buchman, wants to make sure that Kym is all right at all times, which to Kym feels instead like he doesn't trust her. Rachel slowly begins to resent Kym's situation taking over what is supposed to be the happiest day of her life, some of which is directed by Kym, some of which isn't. One person present but largely not included in the last minute wedding planning work is Kym and Rachel's mother, Abby, from who Paul is divorced. The two have since married other people. Outwardly, Abby has been nurturing of Kym throughout her life. However, what is one of the key moments in Kym's drug induced life, and in their collective family's lives, may profoundly affect the wedding. Beyond how Kym's presence affects the wedding, the goings-on of the family during Kym's short stay may either bring them closer together or tear them apart. Show More

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rehab and the implications of her past actions begin to surface. The strained relationships between Kym and her family are put to the test as they navigate the complexities of forgiveness, guilt, and emotional healing.

Rachel, the bride-to-be, struggles to balance her happiness for her sister's release with her own feelings of resentment and pain caused by Kym's past behavior. Their relationship is further complicated by the fact that Kym's actions have had a lasting impact on the entire family, leaving wounds that have yet to fully heal.

Throughout the film, Kym's presence serves as a constant reminder of the pain and turmoil she has caused. She battles with her desire for redemption and the fear that she may never fully regain her family's trust. As the wedding day approaches, tensions rise, and long-standing secrets are brought to light, forcing the family to confront their past and confront their deeply rooted issues.

Rachel Getting Married is a raw and poignant exploration of a family's struggle to come to terms with the past while honoring the present. The film beautifully captures the complexities of forgiveness and the power of love and resilience in the face of adversity. Featuring powerful performances by Anne Hathaway as Kym Buchman and Rosemarie DeWitt as Rachel Buchman, this emotionally charged drama is a must-watch for those seeking a thought-provoking and heartfelt cinematic experience.