The Wedding

Story

Synopsis

Class distinctions, inferiority complexes, and social climbing abound as the bride, groom, and their families gather for a wedding banquet. There's a rumor that a general will be in attendance, secured by a real estate agent at one family's expense. After an argument about electricity, which exposes both the ignorance and the combativeness of the bride, the general does arrive, ear trumpet in hand. He commands the attention of all. But will tranquility last until the group photo?

Writers

Anton Chekhov

Language

English

Country

United Kingdom

Release date

17 October 1961

Ensemble

Cast

• 

  Robert Gillespie

  The General

• 

  Roy Kinnear

  Best Man

• Dennis Handby

  Waiter

• Julia McCarthy

  Midwife

• Roger Kemp

  Photographer

• 

  Hilary Mason

  Bride's Mother