Jumping the Broom

2011 "Sometimes the only way to get past family drama... is to jump right over it."
5.7| 1h52m| PG-13| en| More Info
Released: 06 May 2011 Released
Producted By: Sony Pictures
Country: United States of America
Budget: 0
Revenue: 0
Official Website: http://www.jumpingthebroom-movie.com/
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Two very different families converge on Martha's Vineyard one weekend for a wedding.

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Murli Jumping the broom starts out slow, picks up a bit after half an hour when the location switches over to Martha's Vineyard but starts to fall flat just when things could get interesting and leads to a swiftly packaged formulaic and disappointing ending.It's a shame that the movie was so poor especially when you've got the excellent Angela Basset to headline the movie. But, even this is a let down as she's sidelined to a supporting role, paving the way for Paula Patton to leave her mark. Which, she unfortunately leaves with a bitter taste in your mouth. Paula's acting was mediocre at best, for a role that any no name actress could have pulled off with more ease and style. But you can't fully blame Paula, for the true culprit is the storyline.I reckon that the director must have seen all of Tyler Perry's movies and play and thought about how to do one in his own style. There's plenty of decent ideas that could have made this a better movie: a hidden family secret that could become a raging destructing tornado, family bonds, bonds of faith and friendship. The family bond is introduced with Jason and his mother, though properly developed. We only get to see a glimpse of the troubles of this family towards the end. What's worse is that the family secret is introduced in the last 10 minutes of the movie and not given proper development, making me wonder what the point was for introducing something like that in a light romantic comedy. The relationship between the two main leads is not interesting and lacking in depth. Somehow it's ludicrous to think that a woman who is so promiscuous would suddenly decide to abstain from sex for six months in the hope of signifying her unyielding and true love for her new found "soulmate." As for the rom-com...the romance is barely there and the comedy is sparse. With Mike Epps in the movie I thought there were bound to be lots of funny scenes but he's subdued and his role is more serious which is a sore letdown. DeRay Davis as the cousin with the chip on his shoulder is poor and he comes off as a one dimensional selfish character.All in all, it's better to watch Tyler Perry's movies again. They're not solid gold but at least Perry knows who to pace a movie well with comedy and to handle tricky story lines with more grace.
rlplummer2 "Jumping The Broom" has a daunting task: tell a believable, funny story about a wedding while weaving in six different subplots involving a large ensemble cast. I was pleasantly surprised how well director Salim Akil pulled it off. Is "JTB" believable? For the most part, yes. (However, the film's big secret is one I don't believe could have remained secret for so long). Is "JTB" funny? YES! I give Mike Epps and Loretta Devine kudos for not overacting and still delivering great comic moments. And thank you to the screenwriters for NOT filling a Black film with lots of slapstick. I was impressed how 14 actors/actresses received their fair share of screen time. (Though a little of Romeo's acting goes a long way.) And I must add that this is a good-looking cast! Angela Bassett (sigh!) leads a list of beautiful ladies. Laz Alonzo, Romeo and Gary Dourdan provide lots of muscles and six-pack abs (yes, I was a little jealous). And for those concerned that this movie is 'religious' because T.D. Jakes helped produce it--don't worry. The only overt Christianity in the movie involves a promise that Sabrina (Paula Patton) makes to God. While "JTB" risks going into soap opera mode a few times, the characters talked and behaved (for better or worse) like real people. Watch for a powerful scene with Mr. and Mrs. Watson that needs no dialogue. While the overall arc of the film might not surprise you, how the script gets there is a pleasant journey. So when it comes to recommending "Jumping The Broom", I happily answer: "I do."
capone666 Jumping the BroomEvery culture has its wedding traditions. Jewish couples break the glass; Hindu couples exchange garlands; and rich couples sign prenups.The wedding tradition in this drama, however, is controversial.After another one nightstand, Sabrina (Paula Patton) vows not to spread her legs until she is married.Accepting that challenge is Jason (Laz Alonso), a cultured, caring guy, who proposes in less than 6-months.Now, they must make their families see eye-to-eye on cultural issues, including the ceremonially slave custom of jumping over a broom to secretly signify marriage.Meanwhile, Jason must confront his overbearing mother (Loretta Devine), while Sabrina sorts through the news that her parents (Angela Bassett, Brian Stokes Mitchel) aren't who they say they are.Laden with religious dialogue and debates over racial obligations, Jumping the Broom does have its agenda; however, its depiction of in-law fallouts is accurate.Which is why the ideal wedding is that of two orphans. (Yellow Light)
Laura I rented this movie without expecting much but a few chuckles, what received instead was a new favorite movie and a very pleasant surprise! "Jumping the Broom" is a fantastic movie that is fun, powerfully emotional, and genuine. One walks away from the movie with a new and improved good mood! The characters are incredibly easy to relate with on all levels. They are well rounded, but not too complex. It was quite entertaining to follow the different love connections throughout the movie. There is definitely something for each person to take away from the movie and I highly recommend it to every person, everywhere! I did not want this movie to end and will be re-watching many, many more times!! two big thumbs up!!