A Simple Wedding is a romantic comedy-drama movie that revolves around the story of Nousha, a first-generation Iranian-American who falls in love with an eccentric bisexual artist named Alex. The movie follows their journey as they plan their wedding and navigate the cultural differences between their families.
Nousha, played by Tara Grammy, is a successful lawyer who has had a string of failed relationships. She meets Alex, played by Christopher O'Shea, at a gallery opening and sparks fly between them. However, things get complicated when they decide to get married and introduce each other to their families.
Nousha's conservative parents, played by Shohreh Aghdashloo and Maz Jobrani, are outraged at the prospect of their daughter marrying a non-Iranian, especially one as unconventional as Alex. On the other hand, Alex's liberal parents, played by Rita Wilson and Peter Mackenzie, are supportive of their son's choices but struggle to understand Nousha's culture.
As the families clash over everything from wedding traditions to food choices, Nousha and Alex begin to question their own commitment to each other. However, with the help of their friends and a wise wedding planner, they realize that their love can overcome any obstacle.
A Simple Wedding is a heartwarming movie that explores themes of identity, love, and acceptance. It was directed by Sara Zandieh and premiered at the Los Angeles Film Festival in 2019.
