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

Pam's apology letter and her voiceover during the letter are completely different. Letter: Dear Sabrina, I only wanted what I thought was best for my son. But I saw the look on his face when you left and I realized you are what is best for Jason. Whether or not you decide to jump this broom, I want you to have it because of what it means to our family. May you enjoy the same happiness we did. I wish you all the best, Pam Voiceover: "Dear Sabrina, I'm sorry. I feel sick about how I behaved this weekend. I was afraid of being alone. I want you to have this broom because it means more to me than almost anything else in the world. I pray you and Jason have a long happy life together. Pam"

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Quotes

Mrs. Watson: Life is like a disco, no matter how the music changes, you just keep on dancing.

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Connections

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

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Soundtracks

"Mr. Forever"
Written by Warryn Campbell and Joi Campbell
Performed by Joistarr
Courtesy of My Block, Inc.

User Reviews

Don't Believe What Others Say, See It For Yourself

I thought this was going to be another one of those boring date movies that I must see to make my girl feel good. But, it turned out to be rather good. The story flowed well with good acting by Angela Bassett and the cast did a good job as well. With a nice mixture of drama,comedy and even a few twists. Enjoy the movie for yourself. I can never understand what other critics are actually looking for when they preview a movie. As long as I can feel the characters and not worry about when the credits will role then it is a decent movie. I must say it is nothing worthy of an Oscar nomination but its definitely worth the price of admission.