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Why Did I Get Married
Why Did I Get Married?, – the newest film from writer/director/producer/star Tyler Perry – follows four married couples during an annual weeklong reunion, where they discuss marital issues and counseling exercises.
This story within a story begins with Janet Jackson's character, Patricia, promoting her best-selling new book based on the relationships of her above-mentioned friends. As the story unfolds, and Jackson recounts the events of that vacation, these relationships unfold as well; rocky marriages crumble in the Rocky Mountain resort where the film takes place.
Yet, despite the constant applause and cries of "You go, girl!" during the showing of this film, Why Did I Get Married lacks many of the elements that comprise a film worthy
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