The Wedding Hustler

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The Wedding Hustler
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Poster
Directed by Chris Soriano
Written byChris Soriano
Produced by
  • Julian Brantley
  • Kevin Morris
Starring
CinematographyTim Banks
Edited by
  • Julian Brantley
  • Zachary Colton
Production
company
Matthew 25:14
Distributed by 1091 Pictures
Release date
  • February 7, 2023 (2023-02-07)(VOD)
Running time
94 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

The Wedding Hustler is a 2023 American romantic comedy film written and directed by Chris Soriano. The film stars Soriano, Christine S. Chang, Hillary Soriano, Heart Evangelista and Kane Lim.

Contents

Plot

A wedding hustler helps a bride and groom throw a surprise wedding.

Cast

Production

Principal photography happened in locations around San Diego, California including National City, Mission Valley and Pechanga Resort & Casino. [2] It is based on the Sorianos' own surprise wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic, [3] which took place on the first day of production. [4] Before she was cast, Chang was a real-life wedding planner in Southern California. [5] Heart Evangelista and Kane Lim were also cast. [6] [3] [7]

Release

The film was distributed by 1091 Pictures and was released on video on demand on February 7, 2023. [2]

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