Review

"I Do, I Do, I Do: Groundhog Day Meets Wedding Bells"

Sub The Day That Never Ends...With Extra Frosting

If you've ever wondered what would happen if Hallmark movies got stuck in a time loop, "I Do, I Do, I Do" is here to answer that very important question. Think of it as a delightful collision between "Groundhog Day" and a Hallmark holiday movie, with a sprinkle of wedding chaos on top.

The film opens with Jaclyn Palmer, our protagonist, racing down the aisle to marry the man of her dreams—or at least the man of her mother-in-law's dreams. After an all-too-familiar whirlwind of tulle and tears, Jaclyn finds herself trapped in a recurring nightmare: reliving her wedding day over and over again. You know, because experiencing the stress of a wedding once just isn't enough!

As any fan of Hallmark holiday movies knows, these films have a certain magic formula: a charming small-town setting, a loveable (though slightly awkward) protagonist, and a dash of romantic tension so strong it could whisk egg whites into meringue. Our heroine, Jaclyn, checks those boxes as she navigates her seemingly eternal wedding day while crossing paths with the delightful and mysteriously helpful groundskeeper, played by Antonio Cupo—who we're all convinced was genetically engineered in some Hallmark laboratory to be the ultimate heartthrob.

Amidst the laughs and hijinks, each iteration of the day offers Jaclyn the chance to find her true heart's desire. Will she stick with her initial choice, or will she realize that love has been staring her in the face all along, with charmingly good-natured patience? (Honestly, she's stuck in the same day, so how late can she really be?)

In true Hallmark tradition, "I Do, I Do, I Do" reminds us that love can be like a nice cup of cocoa: rich, warm, slightly predictable, but undeniably wonderful. So if you're looking for a movie that mixes the enchanting perplexities of time travel with the cozy comfort of classic Hallmark charm, this film deserves a spot in your queue. After all, who wouldn't want another dose of wedding cake when watching Jaclyn's comical quest for true love?

Remember, much like the characters themselves, sometimes we all need a few tries to get things right—especially when it comes to matters of the heart, or in this case, cake.