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Table 19
Positive Reviews
29
Negative reviews
41
Average Rating
2.3
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1.5
It recalls formulaic rom coms set around weddings, little loved stage farces, the Project Greenlight production The Leisure Classall unflattering comp ..
Av Club
2.2
On screen, all it accomplishes is an enervating exercise in cinematic you are there: a mere 87 minutes with the perceived duration of an afternoon and ..
Av Club
4.5
This one probably doesnt have such mercenary objectives, but theres no denying that the strong cast helps it in other ways.
Den Of Geek
0.5
And, to top off a wedding movie that doesnt get anything right, it looks absolutely delicious.
Indie Wire
1.8
Blitz manages to land the occasional punchline, but the smattering of decent jokes only call further attention to the films complete lack of rhythm.
Indie Wire
1.5
The movie does feature a handful of genuinely witty one liners and clear demonstrations that its principal cast has comic timing to spare, even if the ..
We Got This Covered
2.5
Ultimately, despite a good premise and excellent actors, Table 19 is just not worth the RSVP.
Austin Chronicle
2.0
The gags here ought to have been put out of their misery and the were all in it together bonding between the kooks of table 19 is just painful.Worse, ..
Time Out
3.1
Its worth seeing for its performances, thoughin particular Merchants.
Rogerebert
1.5
What Table 19s quality boils down to is the story and the comedy, both seemingly unfinished in the film.
The Young Folks
2.5
Table 19 is never boring, and it has a handful of laugh out loud moments compelled by its talented ensemble, but it really just doesnt amount to much.
Cinema Blend
2.5
Instead, the focus is on naturalism, melancholy comedy with a bit of subdued slapstick (hint: A tiered cake is the Chekhovs gun in any wedding movie) ..
The Globe And Mail
2.8
No better than moderately amusing, like a decent but forgettable network sitcom.
One Guys Opinion
1.0
Its not funny from a president to be in a debate, and its not funny here.
Village Voice
1.2
10 1 2 / 10 Director Jeffrey Blitz hasnt made a feature film in a decade, and theres a very good reason why. Table 19 is his first big screen effort s ..
Blu Ray
2.0
Kendrick is funny and effervescent as usual, but the other actors struggle to land their jokes, most of which are weaker than her zingy, tailor made o ..
Chicago Reader
1.9
The movie doesnt even trust them enough to make a setup this simple work on its own merits.
Mark Reviews Movies
1.0
Sadly, this wedding farce fails to bubble, thanks to unfunny dregs of a script written by the Duplass brothers.
The Times
3.5
Maybe one every 10 years is a good pace for someone who makes charming but inconsequential date night comedies.
Eric Ds Nider
4.0
Tweet Table 19 Jim Lane By This article was published on 03.16.17 Advertisement A former maid of honor (Anna Kendrick), who withdrew from the wedding ..
News Review
3.0
But its the 1980s pop hit cover versions and endearing Kendrick that count the most in this matrimonial malarkey.
Radio Times
2.5
At times it wants to be a screwball comedy, and at others a drama about a failing marriage.
Screen It
3.1
Theres potential for real depth to go along with the inevitable cake destruction and impromptu make out sessions.What we get instead, however, is a to ..
Rolling Stone
3.5
But when it settles down into something like an indie ensemble about disappointment and the comfort of strangers, Blitz finds a more effortless tone, ..
The Wrap
1.5
But the worthwhile bits sprinkled throughout arent enough to rescue Table 19 from an overwhelming sense of pointlessness.
Film Journal
1.0
Anna Kendrick (whom I adored in another matrimonial film, the spectacular Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates) has great comedy timing and is always symp ..
The Guardian
2.5
Jeffrey Blitzs film, written by Jay and Mark Duplass their work is usually worth a look combines a terrific cast, an intriguing idea and a few inspire ..
Az Central
1.0
The energy level is conspicuously low from the start, as if paced to the half hearted 80s covers that the wedding band grinds out all night.
Npr
2.5
What were left with is a romantic comedy thats neither cute nor funny.
Ew
3.5
Its nothing genre transcending by any means, but it brings just enough laughs with it to carry the audience through this thoroughly watchable Spring c ..
Film Inquiry
4.0
Kendrick is dependably ace as a woman with the best of reasons for making the worst of decisions, Squibb gets her best role since Nebraska, and Wyatt ..
Empire
2.0
Except for its premise and standout performances from Kendrick and Kudrow, Table 19 leaves viewers aching for a happily ever after.
Common Sense Media
1.3
Going in, we can be pretty sure that everyone on screen will come out better for the experience, but thats OK.This a comedy, and comedies need to have ..
Sf Gate
1.3
Its impossible to imagine anyone who isnt planning a wedding finding this premise compelling, but Blitz manages to underserve it by largely robbing hi ..
Slant Magazine
1.9
The good news is that it works hard to subvert the expectations of the genre.
Washington Post
1.0
Slapstick and sap vie for prominence in Table 19, a comedy so lazy that it actually features someone falling off a log.Also submitted for our hilarity ..
The New York Times
2.5
Simply put, the scene is dull and lacks any sort of cinematic merit.
The Film Stage
3.8
Still, its hugely entertaining watching Merchant again play a real life, googly eyed Wallace & Gromit toon you know, with cellmate gags.
Boston Globe
2.5
It leaves us on solid footing, but the films wobbly course cannot be shaken.
Reeling Reviews
1.5
This is just one of many cliches Table 19 fails to transcend, which is itself something of a genre cliche: The Wedding Comedy.
Uproxx
3.0
Nobody will fail to guess Squibs supposed secret.But Merchant is properly funny as a man failing miserably to disguise his unhappy past.
The Irish Times
2.0
Eloises truncated rom com storyline feels rushed and unconvincing, and the feeble running jokes never land.
Las Vegas Weekly
1.5
Thats in no way the fault of the talented cast, all of whom hustle like consummate pros.
Hollywood Reporter
1.5
But the tone hes struck for Table 19 is all off, and its pat conclusion feels particularly galling after so much of the movie spends its time trying t ..
The Atlantic
1.0
Table 19 wants to be a memorably hilarious comedy.Except for the times when it wants to be a cold, hard look at real life drama.
Lyles Movie Files
2.5
They all give good performances, given what they are required to say and do.
Tony Medley
1.5
Eloise was once supposed to be the weddings maid of honor until she was rudely dumped via text message by her boyfriend, Teddy (Wyatt Russell), who ha ..
Los Angeles Times
3.8
Events might get broad, and melodramatic silliness can sometimes overpower the narrative, but in the end the emotions, insights and situations are oft ..
Movie Freak
2.2
It takes a painfully long time for introductions to take place, and for them to all figure out they want nothing to do with the wedding.
Detroit News
1.5
The movie wants to make you laugh and cry, but you may be too busy cringing.
Variety
3.8
(The romantic exploits of Kendricks Eloise are far more engaging, albeit sentimental, than one mightve anticipated.)
Reel Film
3.1
It understands the stars quirky vulnerability and kid sister charm.
Nj
2.0
In reality, this unimaginatively lame and thoroughly amateurish production brings absolutely nothing new, or even old to the romantic comedy genre, an ..
Hey U Guys
2.8
Its The Breakfast Club meets Wedding Crashers, without the depth of the former or the comedic spunkiness of the latter.
The Play List
2.0
Blitz is so intent on arranging all of his pieces that he winds up driving every beat home with sledgehammer force.Oh, there are a few decent laughs.
Now Toronto
4.4
There are moments of serious sadness and high hilarity, punctuated by moments of heartwarming joy, and the whole mess works because you grow to adore ..
Deseret News
1.0
It should be surprising as well as funny and moving in equal parts.
Urban Cine File
0.5
Table 19 is terribly performed, directed, written and strangely edited that very unsuccessfully attempts to tick the sentimentality and comedy boxes.W ..
Film Ink
3.2
Table 19 tries putting a Sundance spin on familiar wedding comedy cliches that seldom lifts the material.
Tamp A Bay
1.3
Its like buying a ticket to Finding Dory and finding yourself underwater, or going to 50 Shades Darker and discovering that youre handcuffed to your c ..
New York Post
2.5
Good thing Anna Kendrick is in it, thenher involvement ends up being crucial to the films watchability.
The Stranger
2.5
When it comes to pleasing a fan base, adaptations of young adult novels may be the trickiest to tackle.
Refinery 29
3.2
That pretty much sums up the whole movie it doesnt suck.But it isnt exactly memorable, either.
Patriot Ledger
3.8
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Sltrib
2.5
The guy has talent but I have to be blunt this is a mess of a film.
The Film Pie
3.1
Its the kind of movie that will help you kill 90 minutes in light chuckle fashion on a flight and if you have to get up to use the bathroom halfway th ..
Chicago Sun Times
2.5
But too much ofis missing any spark of spontaneity and excitement.
Punch Drunk Critics
1.5
I know why the nanny and Eloise are there, but damned if I can remember why the others are.
Straight
3.0
They are fairly predictable and saccharine, but leave you with a smile and a little hope.Thats a better takeaway than most of the depressing garbage I ..
Movie Web
2.5
Table 19 has a talented cast and a nose for comedy but loses momentum after a decent start, leaving its audience like many wedding goers praying for i ..
ComingSoon
2.5
With the way things are going all around, there should be a sequel next year about a wave of divorces.
Shockya
3.5
Its got enough funny bitsmostly thanks to Merchantthat its not a full blown drama, but there is too much dramatic weight for it to be a comedy.
Lainey Gossip
3.5
Like a slice of wedding cake (the best part of any reception), TABLE 19 may not be the best treat ever, but its a sweet and satisfying crowd pleaser.
Fresh Fiction
2.0
Its watching a film about being stuck at the random table at a wedding.
Concrete Play Ground
3.1
You cant hate a movie that courageously wears its heart on its sleeve.
National Post
1.5
Its that horrifying feeling you get being at a bad wedding with people you barely know.And, as it turns out, its also the experience of watching Table ..
Toronto Sun
2.5
A bland screwball comedy sunk by an excess of gimmickry and a lack of credibility and punch.
Sf Examiner
2.0
The potential for something better was certainly there, especially with the Duplass brothers involved, but the movie is so poorly executed (from the u ..
Blog Bullz Eye
3.1
Everyone else is perfectly fine, but its those two who keep the story going long after its expiration date.
Film Festival Today
1.3
Yet the majority of the movies gagsincluding the inevitable smashing of the wedding cake and a cute dog showing up in a bathtubare staged so blandly t ..
Willamette Week
1.0
But just as we have all suffered, so too should we all laugh knowingly at a brisk, bright comedy about how miserable and silly attending weddings can ..
Pgh City Paper
4.5
A surprisingly funny and fresh wedding rom com from the Duplass brothers.
Junkee
1.0
Nobody likes weddings and we certainly dont want to see what goes on at table 19.
Franks Reel Reviews
1.5
And if it turns out it wasnt worth a rewind.At least you can fall asleep and start snoring without bothering the person in the row in front of you.
S Fist
3.0
In genre terms, the rom com outsider occupies an awkward space somewhere between its indie roots and its mainstream aspirations.
Adelaide Now
3.0
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