The Best Man

Olly is a struggling writer who has lost his financial stability and inspiration. His life changes when a former college classmate, James, asks him to serve as the best man at his upcoming wedding. Upon meeting the bride, Sarah, Olly falls in love with her, creating a conflict between his feelings and his loyalty to the groom. While Olly initially attempts to resist his impulses, his friend and roommate Murray attempts to sabotage the wedding to help Olly find happiness.

Directed by Stefan Schwartz, this romantic comedy is the second film in his directorial career, following Shooting Fish. The screenplay was written by Schwartz and Ed Roe. The movie stars Stuart Townsend as Olly, Amy Smart as Sarah, and Seth Green as Murray, with a supporting cast that includes Kate Ashfield, Jodhi May, and Philip Jackson.

Produced by companies from the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, and Hungary, the film had a budget of 11 million USD. It has received a moderate reception from viewers, holding a rating of 5.9/10 on IMDb based on 4,000 votes and a rating of 5.4/10 on TMDB from 78 votes.