‘Love In Every Word: The Wedding‘, the sequel to Omoni Oboli’s hit film ‘Love In Every Word‘, was released on YouTube in October — eight months after the first film.
The prequel gained massive attention for its lighthearted tone and feel-good storytelling, garnering over 30 million views within months of its release. The sequel, however, appears to have been made largely in response to viewers’ requests for more.
After watching it, though, I’d say it wasn’t necessary. The prequel’s charm would have been better left to stand alone.
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While a well-written sequel might have justified its existence, ‘The Wedding’ feels more like a financial move, weighed down by excessive product placements and ads, than a story that truly needed to be told.
SYNOPSIS
The film continues the story of Chioma and Obiora as they navigate the challenges of marriage and wedding planning.
THE STRONG POINTS OF THE FILM
One of the strong aspects of the film is its setting. Even though there were fewer than eight locations, each one felt deliberate and fitting for the story. The houses especially matched the characters’ personalities and lifestyles. For example, Obiora’s home perfectly reflected his status as an Igbo chief and billionaire; the interior design felt just right for someone of his class.
The sound and cinematography were impressive for a YouTube movie. The audio was clear and well-balanced, while the visuals were crisp, with smooth camera movements and good lighting that gave the film a polished feel.
The acting is also worth noting. Every cast member gave their best to keep the story engaging. Patience Ozokwor, however, stood out; she perfectly embodied her role as the wealthy matriarch, relying more on her calm authority and words than on exaggerated expressions. It was also refreshing to see her in a role so different from what she’s usually known for.
The film’s effort to address the prequel’s inconsistencies is also commendable. It clarifies the tension between Chioma and her father and fixes the confusion around her middle name by establishing it as Gift Gloria, resolving the continuity issue from the first film.
THE WEAK POINTS OF THE FILM
The film’s biggest flaws are its story and pacing. The plot isn’t groundbreaking; there’s nothing particularly exciting, suspenseful, or surprising. It feels predictable, as if it was written more to justify a sequel than to tell a compelling story. Take the twist with the ex-boyfriend, for example. It wasn’t convincing at all; he never posed a real threat to Chioma and Obiora’s relationship, and at no point did it create genuine suspense.
Pacing is another problem. With a three-hour runtime, the film feels unnecessarily long, with several scenes that add little to the story. The scene where Obiora delivers a sandal gift to Chioma’s store, for instance, feels unnecessary. Additionally, the movie is weighed down by multiple obvious product placement scenes. While sponsorship and product visibility are understandable, here it’s so obvious that it distracts from the narrative.
While the film is meant to be feel-good, some parts just feel implausible, which probably explains why there aren’t any truly thrilling moments. For instance, the twist about Obiora’s mother disliking Chioma and the staged conversation at the resort felt forced. It’s hard to imagine Chioma opening up so easily to a total stranger, especially after a tough breakup. On top of that, she hasn’t even met her fiancé’s mother, despite being engaged and having a wedding date set; that’s hard to believe. The mother suddenly changing her mind after just one conversation also felt too convenient, so the twist didn’t really land.
Some actions in the story also felt unrealistic. For example, when Obiora pulls the returned ring from his pocket, it’s unclear how he knew his mother would approve at that moment. Does he carry it around hoping for the best? Moments like these make the story feel unrealistic.
FINAL VERDICT
‘Love In Every Word: The Wedding’ gets a 5/10.
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