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In the Bronx, Donna and Michael are dealing with their life-changing decision of marriage, plus all the preparation that comes with it. In addition to the normal steps that they must go through, such as picking out the right tux and planning the perfect reception, Michael is struggling with his own doubts about their hasty decision in the first place.

Savoca depicts marital relations as both overwhelming yet loving, while dissecting the essential cultural and gender elements of being part of an Italian American family, particularly the utmost rigid role that a woman is forced to hold. Savoca additionally explores the difference between what is required by marriage and what so-called ‘true love’ entails.

 
 

Additional Facts:

- Won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival (1989), the Prize San Sebastián at the San Sebastián Film Festival (1989), and received the OCIC Award for Honorable Mention at the San Sebastián Film Festival (1989)

- Hailed as one of the best films of the year in 1989 by the New York Times

- Nominated for the Independent Spirit Awards for Best Director and Best Feature

- Annabella Sciorra nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead (1990)

- Savoca was honored by Woman in Film and Television, WIFT (1998)