There is no doubt that Tyler Perry has been a force in Television and films and plays but I just hadn't gotten around to seeing any. Finally my fiancé and I sat down to watch this film and immediately I understand where his reputation comes from. Why Did I Get Married is a powerfully emotional dark comedy/drama with performances that are nothing short of jaw dropping, Oscar worthy in some cases as far as I'm concerned. I think any adult in any sort of relationship should see this film because it truly gets to the heart of every form of marriage and relationship and deals with just about every issue you can imagine, from infidelity to children to love and romance. The film handles these issues with such frank openness and clever comedy and heart that you will find yourself laughing crying and just becoming enamoured with this group of best friends. Tyler Perry translates his characters onto the big screen flawlessly and it doesn't lose a beat from being a play. This is truly a character study and the characters are brought to life in such a way that you will feel every emotion and everything that they do.
Tyler Perry writes, directs and stars in the film. His role as Terry is not at the forefront of the cast strangely enough but is still good. Terry is down to earth, a guys guy and clearly in love with his wife. Perry just plays down to earth very well and it sort of sets the mood for the rest of the cast. Sharon Leal is his wife his a career driven woman. The two of them together are very good and Leal plays her role very down to earth as well. She isn't one of the more emotional women and yet at the same time her emotions are more withdrawn and kept inside. Janet Jackson gives a devastatingly brilliant performance as therapist Patricia. Her performance in this film and its sequel are award worthy and she is just amazing. She carries this cast with her grace and emotions. Malik Yoba is also terrific as her husband Gavin. Yoba really has to give an amazing performance to stand up to Jackson's role and he does suit her well and does well at it. They have great chemistry together. Jill Scott is another power house performance in the film as the emotionally distraught and abused Sheila. She is so terrific and you will feel the raw emotion of her character to the very care. She is so empathetic and just really sweet and goes through so much. Richard T. Jones is perfect as the guy you'll love to hate. He is Sheila's cheating husband and emotional abuser and as much as that is horrible and you will love to see him get anything coming to him but yet you will still find something to like about the guy too. Perhaps it comes from the guys sticking together and having a friendship. Tasha Smith is the over the top dramatic Angela. She steals her scenes by being loud obnoxious and hilarious. She is the perfect addition to a serious cast. Her husband is played by Michael Jai White, who as bad as their fights are they have this passion between them that is undeniable.
No matter who you are or what your relationship is you will find a couple or a person who you will truly latch on to. Guys and girls will find something in this film to truly appreciate. The film touches on those taboo subjects with real class. Tyler Perry clearly knows his own story and knows how to bring the people to life. This might be one of the great character films I have ever seen. No special effects, no big climax, just simply a bunch of friends and all their problems and emotions all running high. This is an absolute must see for anyone looking for a great drama. You don't get any better than this!! 9/10
Tyler Perry writes, directs and stars in the film. His role as Terry is not at the forefront of the cast strangely enough but is still good. Terry is down to earth, a guys guy and clearly in love with his wife. Perry just plays down to earth very well and it sort of sets the mood for the rest of the cast. Sharon Leal is his wife his a career driven woman. The two of them together are very good and Leal plays her role very down to earth as well. She isn't one of the more emotional women and yet at the same time her emotions are more withdrawn and kept inside. Janet Jackson gives a devastatingly brilliant performance as therapist Patricia. Her performance in this film and its sequel are award worthy and she is just amazing. She carries this cast with her grace and emotions. Malik Yoba is also terrific as her husband Gavin. Yoba really has to give an amazing performance to stand up to Jackson's role and he does suit her well and does well at it. They have great chemistry together. Jill Scott is another power house performance in the film as the emotionally distraught and abused Sheila. She is so terrific and you will feel the raw emotion of her character to the very care. She is so empathetic and just really sweet and goes through so much. Richard T. Jones is perfect as the guy you'll love to hate. He is Sheila's cheating husband and emotional abuser and as much as that is horrible and you will love to see him get anything coming to him but yet you will still find something to like about the guy too. Perhaps it comes from the guys sticking together and having a friendship. Tasha Smith is the over the top dramatic Angela. She steals her scenes by being loud obnoxious and hilarious. She is the perfect addition to a serious cast. Her husband is played by Michael Jai White, who as bad as their fights are they have this passion between them that is undeniable.
No matter who you are or what your relationship is you will find a couple or a person who you will truly latch on to. Guys and girls will find something in this film to truly appreciate. The film touches on those taboo subjects with real class. Tyler Perry clearly knows his own story and knows how to bring the people to life. This might be one of the great character films I have ever seen. No special effects, no big climax, just simply a bunch of friends and all their problems and emotions all running high. This is an absolute must see for anyone looking for a great drama. You don't get any better than this!! 9/10