The Groom


The Groom is a 2016 Russian comedy film, directorial debut of Alexander Nezlobin.

Plot

A German named Helmut, having fallen in love with a Russian girl named Alena, whom he met in Berlin, arrives in Russia on the 9th of May to ask for her hand in marriage. Having welcomed the groom, Alena goes to the village to introduce him to her relatives. But at this time Tolya - her ex-husband, is visiting the village, who suddenly decided to get his wife back.
Serious rivalry awakes when the ex-husband is introduced to the new groom. All friends, relatives, residents of the neighboring village, businessman Erofeev, who bought the house next door, and even a tankman with a snake - all are involved in the family affair.

Cast

A sequel has been announced, titled The Groom 2: To Berlin!.