“Traditionally, this is where you consummate the marriage,” says the Orthodox groom in a polite British accent. “I can’t even get you to smile.”

The Bride has at least one good reason: she only met him on her wedding day. This humorous look at arranged marriage by award-winning Sam Leifer is the second in a trilogy of Jewish-based short Films.

Official Selection: Palm Springs International Jewish Film Festival

Pears Short Film Fund Winner 2010