This is a good example of how not to do an ensemble romance. I couldn't manage to care about any of the multiple story lines, or almost any of the characters. Some I would have liked to have vigorously beaten around the head. The concept is fine, of the wedding dress passing through various hands until it returns, as destined, to the original couple. However, the utter predictability of the story and uneven pacing, combined with slight genre shifts made finding out how it could get worse the only reason to keep watching. Each segment was a schmaltzy short, twitching unevenly between scenes, each teaching us a new and incorrect life lesson ( sometimes, those battling neighbours aren't hiding sexual tension, they just genuinely dislike each other ). Chemistry between many of the pairings was weak, and the better actors were just phoning it in. Be warned, despite his face being on the poster, Neil Patrick Harris does not have much screen time, and he plays the romantic role straight and sappy. A train wreck, not quite in Birdemic's league, but enough to make me think of it.

I enjoyed the movie very much... I'm a huge fan of NPH and he was very adorable in this movie. Most of the characters were great. I agree with another comment that the youngest couple was a little unnecessary. It was somewhat difficult, though, for me to get past the pure and simple ugliness of that wedding dress. The basis for every story was how wonderful and gorgeous the dress was. If someone didn't know the sentimentality of its back-story, there is very little chance they would think it was pretty. After 1984, very few people would be caught dead in a dress like that on their wedding day. At one point it was "updated" and was the best it looked. But it was a very cute story, the various story lines kept the movie from dragging, and it was very lighthearted. Happy endings all around!

I just saw this movie today for the very first time. It's been a long time since a movie has drawn me in like this. It was filled with wonderful anticipation, waiting to see what the next twist was going to be. It was wholesome, funny, sad, romantic, and just an overall delight. This is a great movie for moms & daughters to watch together - or anyone who enjoys a movie with a really great story. The writer did a wonderful job of weaving a tale that keeps one guessing, though it is a little predictable at times. Tyne Daly, as always, is just great to watch. Neil Patrick Harris is one of those few who has made a smooth transition between "child actor" and full-blown "actor". I particularly enjoyed Kathryne Brown (Tyne Daly's "real-life" daughter). What a beautiful girl and her acting is very sweet and natural. This movie has good guys, bad guys, and bad guys who become good guys; one of the underlying themes of the movie is that of personal redemption. It's a movie of hope and warmth and the belief that true love will always win out. As the other commentator said, we want more movies like this!!!

I could have done without the youngest couple that appeared sporadically throughout this movie, but the rest of the show was wonderful! Tyne Dailey is always a treat. Margarent Colin and Peter Wingfield together--the sparks just flew!! Some day PW will be rewarded for all his hard work. Some day tptb will sit up and take notice of this rare, genuine talent!