Expectations were high for the third instalment of the 2022 'The Wedding Veil' trilogy. Really enjoyed both of the previous instalments, especially the first, and have liked to loved all the principals, all seasoned Hallmark regulars, in many other Hallmark films. Regardless of the film themselves overall. It was great to have two of the better and more consistent Hallmark regulars Alison Sweeney and Victor Webster in the lead roles, and despite the 2022 New Year New Year block being a very mixed bag the Loveuary one started off very well.
Quality does dip a little with 'The Wedding Veil Legacy'. There has been a bit of a divide in whether this is the best of the trilogy or the weakest. For me, 'The Wedding Veil Legacy' is the weakest. It is still a decent film don't get me wrong, and worth it for the cast in particular. Did feel though that the previous two films had stronger stories and writing, which is where this film is a little patchy on though never disastrous. As far as the 2022 Hallmark films go, this is somewhere in the middle whereas the previous two were two of the best.
'The Wedding Veil Legacy' does have a lot done well. Sweeney and Webster are very charming and natural in their roles, particularly Webster as the most likeable and most developed of the three leading men in the trilogy. Their chemistry is simply adorable and always looks easy to watch. Lacey Chabert and Autumn Reeser are zesty in the other lead roles, and Paula Shaw brings a lot of class and fun to her supporting role. Did find myself caring for the characters and being interested by them, their writing isn't rich but this aspect didn't feel tired or stereotyped and nobody behaves frustratingly.
Production values again are strong, with the scenery sublime. It's directed with assured confidence with no signs of fatigue or disinterest. The music is not unforgettable but it at least fits and is pleasant on the ear. The script has light hearted playful wit and doesn't get too sappy or too sentimental. On the whole the story is light hearted and heart-warming, working well as escapism.
Despite those good things, 'The Wedding Veil Legacy' does have shortcomings. It could have done with a much tighter pace, with there not being much energy in the first act, and has too many unrealistic coincidences that makes the film come over as silly.
Also really didn't buy the contrived, strangely under-explored and tacked on feeling ending, that did also feel too on the neat side. While it was nice to see some Italian culture, it is a bit too stereotypical and what is worse is that it is stereotyping that is not accurate thanks to common misconceptions.
In summary, decent conclusion but a little disappointing too. 6/10.
Quality does dip a little with 'The Wedding Veil Legacy'. There has been a bit of a divide in whether this is the best of the trilogy or the weakest. For me, 'The Wedding Veil Legacy' is the weakest. It is still a decent film don't get me wrong, and worth it for the cast in particular. Did feel though that the previous two films had stronger stories and writing, which is where this film is a little patchy on though never disastrous. As far as the 2022 Hallmark films go, this is somewhere in the middle whereas the previous two were two of the best.
'The Wedding Veil Legacy' does have a lot done well. Sweeney and Webster are very charming and natural in their roles, particularly Webster as the most likeable and most developed of the three leading men in the trilogy. Their chemistry is simply adorable and always looks easy to watch. Lacey Chabert and Autumn Reeser are zesty in the other lead roles, and Paula Shaw brings a lot of class and fun to her supporting role. Did find myself caring for the characters and being interested by them, their writing isn't rich but this aspect didn't feel tired or stereotyped and nobody behaves frustratingly.
Production values again are strong, with the scenery sublime. It's directed with assured confidence with no signs of fatigue or disinterest. The music is not unforgettable but it at least fits and is pleasant on the ear. The script has light hearted playful wit and doesn't get too sappy or too sentimental. On the whole the story is light hearted and heart-warming, working well as escapism.
Despite those good things, 'The Wedding Veil Legacy' does have shortcomings. It could have done with a much tighter pace, with there not being much energy in the first act, and has too many unrealistic coincidences that makes the film come over as silly.
Also really didn't buy the contrived, strangely under-explored and tacked on feeling ending, that did also feel too on the neat side. While it was nice to see some Italian culture, it is a bit too stereotypical and what is worse is that it is stereotyping that is not accurate thanks to common misconceptions.
In summary, decent conclusion but a little disappointing too. 6/10.