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A theater-infused movie wedding at an alma mater

Jillian and Michael were married at the Emmett Robinson Theater at College of Charleston, their alma mater. Their officiant was their former theater professor, Joy Vandervort-Cobb. They had a movie-themed reception with television screens looping their engagement photos and movie popcorn and movie quotes decor. It’s a film lover’s dream!

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Cayleigh & Dave’s theatrical Pirate boat wedding

Ahoy thar mateys! Today be Talk Like a Pirate Day, so we’ve got a pirate-y weddin’ t’ get you in t’ spirit! Cue a boat, lots of movie and video game references, some eye patches, and a lot of guests messing around pirate-style, and you’ve got the fun factor of this wedding.

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Kelly & Andrew’s small and simple Tuesday wedding

With the goal of keeping things simple, budget-friendly, and personalized, these two managed to pull off a sweet and small wedding (with only a few minor hiccups along the way!). Heavy metal, wrestler themes, and movie soundtracks were the musical backdrop for the alt model marrying the independent wrestler. Add in a little color, a little candy, and some knocked-out groomsmen and you’ve got the jist.

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David & Stephanie’s kawaii anime childhood-inspired wedding

With touches of 8-bit video game fun, Hello Kitty, Kill Bill, and Disney, this pair wanted to channel their childlike joy for their guests. Add in a Pokeball ring holder, a last-minute cake topper swap, and an epic bouquet toss, and you’ve got a super cute and totally personalized party.

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Katie & Kellan’s Firefly and sci-fi geek chic wedding

No Firefly wedding is complete without Jayne Hats and Kaylee parasols, right? Add in some dinosaur references, a “Hitchhiker’s Guide” program, and some Star Wars, and the geek cred is made. They may have clashed with the venue coordinator, but these two know how to make it work.

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Jen & Henry’s Old Hollywood-inspired with a touch of Assyrian wedding

The groom comes from a big wedding-loving Assyrian family, the bride wants to elope discreetly. Sometimes an Old Hollywood vibe is the draw that brings a reluctant bride around. Have some classic movie place cards, lots of feathers, some glowing and happy parents, and Old Hollywood glamour and everyone will go home happy. Plus they had some really sweet audience involvement during the ceremony.