I stumbled across this film on Netflix, I hadn't heard of it but decided to watch it based on the fact David Tennant was in it and I am a fan of his work. I confess the opening few moments nearly lost me but I'm glad I stuck with it. There was a host of actors I respect in the supporting cast and the lead actress was lovely (I didn't think I had seen her in anything before but after checking I have seen quite a few of her performances so for me this was a breakthrough role). The scenery was beautiful and the camera work excellent from the broad sweeping panoramas to the intimate glances between characters. I loved the fact that the age or the supporting cast was put to good use and they were given comedy roles, so often characters over 70 are little more than furniture (except of course when the characters age is important to the plot). I actually thought the Island's Priest was played by an actor I was familiar with but couldn't find anything else he has been in so must look like someone else... 8/10 is actually a really good score for me. I've seen hundreds of films and only a small number make it higher than 8!

It doesn't matter that the movie covers just a few days. It doesn't matter that it could be considered a bit predictable. People are missing the point!!! The point is that we make choices that we regret and we often don't see what's right in front of us! And then, sometimes, if we're extremely fortunate, wonderful things happen unexpectedly! Enjoy! Let it happen! Laugh and smile! The two lead characters, superstar Lara and author James are trying to find a quiet place to get married away from the prying eyes of the paparazzi. They end up on a secluded island in the outer Hebrides with the one paparazzi Lara hates the most. Then the fun begins...and the decoy bride enters the scene. A touch of slapstick, hilarious and cutting one liners, mishaps left and right...if you get this kind of film, it is pure, warm, genius. The actors are firing on all comedic and dramatic cylinders.This is now a favorite of mine along the lines of others like The Englishman Who Went Up a Hill and Came Down A Mountain, Bottle Shock, and Blow Dry...maybe even Happy Texas. If you get this style of film you will love it. If not, go borrow or buy a sense of whimsy so you can.

For those reviewers who did not like this charming romantic comedy, I could not disagree more. The subtleties and quiet charm of this movie are excellent. It is quiet, fun, quirky and very romantic. I really enjoyed Kelly Macdonald's performance as well as David Tennant. Their banter was priceless. I believe one of the reasons this film works for me is the very real fact that overcoming conflict is what helps create solid relationships. No, it is not a perfect movie… But I can overlook its weaknesses because it's just strengths are so evident. If you like subtlety and charm, give this film a try. If you are like me, you will watch it multiple times.

Lara (Alice Eve) a beautiful young actress is set to wed a budding writer, James (David Tennant). The trouble is, the press follows her everywhere, especially paparazzi maniac, Marco (Federico Castelluccio). Each time she and her intended have planned a private ceremony, Marco shows up, even in disguise. So, at the last moment, plans are squashed. However, Lara's next plan seems promising. They will be wed on a far-away island in the Outer Hebrides, where James bestselling book was written. Naturally, their staff will arrange the details needed. This takes some work! Not only for the cloak-and-dagger legwork but because the island's castle is far from photogenic. Also to the island comes native, Katie (Kelly McDonald). She, likewise an author, has come home with her hopes dashed, both career-related and marital. Her mother still runs the island's only B and B so its Katie's choice of refuge. By chance, Kate meets James in an unlikely place and tension springs forth. But, when Lara believes her secret wedding has been once again breached, the staff decides Kate would make a good "decoy", hidden under a veil, with photographers thinking they have crashed the event. Then, the real couple can be wed shortly thereafter. But, will such an idea really work, especially when James and Kate's initial feelings for one another may be altering? Don't be fooled by the title, romcom fans, this is the genuine thing, a nice, funny, and sweet l'il comedy with romance. The main cast is talented and attractive, with old pros like James Fleet also popping in and out. As for the setting, what a treat to see such a remote place of the earth, complete with beauty and ruggedness. Costumes, a swell script and a well-timed direction make this flick quite a pleasure. Genre fans, you know who you are, so act accordingly and find it.