Jumping the Broom (2011)

Two very different families converge on Martha's Vineyard one weekend for a wedding.

Director:

Salim Akil

Writers:

Elizabeth Hunter (screenplay), Arlene Gibbs (screenplay),

Stars:

Angela Bassett, Paula Patton, Laz Alonso

3 wins & 13 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Angela Bassett	...	Claudine Watson
Paula Patton	...	Sabrina Watson
Laz Alonso	...	Jason Taylor
Loretta Devine	...	Pamela Taylor
Meagan Good	...	Blythe
Tasha Smith	...	Shonda
Julie Bowen	...	Amy
DeRay Davis	...	Malcolm
Valarie Pettiford	...	Aunt Geneva
Mike Epps	...	Willie Earl
Pooch Hall	...	Ricky
Romeo Miller	...	Sebastian
Brian Stokes Mitchell	...	Greg Watson
Gary Dourdan	...	Chef
T.D. Jakes	...	Reverend James

Storyline

Two very different families converge on Martha's Vineyard one weekend for a wedding.

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Plot Keywords:

weekend | wedding | martha's vineyard | african american | family secret | 

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Taglines:

The Watsons Are Uptown

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for some sexual content

Details

Official Sites:

Official Facebook Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

6 May 2011 (USA)

Also Known As:

Alma... gamou

Filming Locations:

Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$6,600,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$15,215,487 (USA) (6 May 2011)

Gross:

$37,295,394 (USA) (24 June 2011)

Company Credits

Production Co:

TriStar Pictures, Stage 6 Films, Our Stories Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

112 min

Sound Mix:

SDDS DTS Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Goofs

The inspection sticker on the "Vineyard Cab" is on the left side of the windshield. Massachusetts' stickers are on the right.

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Quotes

Mrs. Watson: Well, if the sofa hasn't been repossessed, please find yourself on it, tonight.

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Connections

Featured in Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #1.16 (2011)

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Soundtracks

"Cupid Shuffle"
Written by Bryson 'Cupid' Bernard
Performed by Cupid
Courtesy of Atlantic Recording Corp.
By arrangement with Warner Music Group Film & TV Licensing

User Reviews

Jumping the Broom is highly recommended********

It was a great movie. The writing and acting were exceptional. I'll give credit where credit is due. I've already seen it twice.

It was not a Ghetto movie as some call it. It's nice to see blacks portrayed in a more positive light. I thought the entire setting from Brooklyn to Martha's Vineyard was interesting. I liked the whole transition. The social classes was typical. I can go on and on about what I loved about this movie but I would rather let people go see it for themselves. They'll be pleasantly surprised.

It's not a "BLACK" movie. I never say, I'm going to see a "White movie or a black movie.

I've read quite a few disparaging and very bias comments. I hate all the labels and brands on this board. It's appalling and so unfair. You actually have to go and see the movie first before you critique it. Stop listening to the media's perception of other races.