The Truth About Marriage

The Truth About Marriage

By Roger Nygard

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2020-02-14
  • Advisory Rating: NR
  • Runtime: 1h 21min
  • Director: Roger Nygard
  • iTunes Price: USD 9.99
  • iTunes Rent Price: USD 3.99
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Description

Award-winning documentarian Roger Nygard (Trekkies, The Nature of Existence) explains why relationships fail, and provides scientifically researched tips on how to find one that goes the distance. We all know the statistics: marriage rates are down, divorce rates are up, and over time, people are more and more dissatisfied in their relationships and marriages. Never in history have we expected so much from romantic partners and gotten so little. Why do people keep getting married when fifty percent break up? Tracking down the experts, Nygard sets out to solve the mystery of relationships and discovers surprising scientific facts about how we find each other to begin with, how to increase the chances of finding a soulmate, and why what we call fate is anything but. The Truth About Marriage is a powerful documentary steeped in the mysteries of attraction and psychology, while never losing sight of romance, joy, and comedy.

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Reviews

  • Love love love the truth about marriage!

    5
    By Deige11
    I’ve been married over thirty years and I learned a lot by watching this movie. It’s both fun and funny. As always, Roger nails the topic while keeping his audience thoroughly entertained. Everybody should see this movie!

  • Breath of fresh air

    5
    By HopelessRomantic88
    I had the pleasure of seeing The Truth About Marriage at the LA Film Festival back in 2019. I didn't know what to expect going into it but it turned out to be by far my favorite documentary to screen that year and one of the overall funniest movies I've seen in years. The film is educational, witty, punny and laugh-out-loud enjoyable at times. At only 80 minutes it moves at a great pace and there's never a dull moment. The filmmaker arrives at some obvious and also some not-so-obvious and surprising conclusions, which help dive the entertainment factor. Did I also mention it's hilarious? Overall this is a 10/10 and I highly recommend it.

  • HIGHLY INFORMATIVE + FUN!!

    5
    By fujifunk
    CONGRATULATIONS on multiple FIRST PLACE awards for your long-awaited film -- BRAVO!! The experience of the film and book was beyond informative, super powerful, and so. much. fun!! Expert intel and skillful tools are presented by the uppermost echelon that EVERYONE can use and benefit from. Thank you for this project.

  • Another home run for Nygard!

    5
    By Meeny Meenyhead
    Roger Nygard does it again bringing us another unique and insightful documentary all about the union of marriage. We follow Nygard’s journey to unlock the history of marriage as well as other nonconventional relationships, and all the tips and tricks to making it work. Being a woman who has been married, divorced as well as engaged twice, I have gained a library of useful advice to put forth in my current personal relationship. As always, Nygard’s film flows beautifully not only educating us all on a subject that is extremely relatable to the population, but it’s his witty and light-hearted charm that makes this documentary stand out from the rest. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is married, divorced, engaged, or simply just curious what marriage is all about. Keep those documentaries coming Roger!

  • His best yet

    5
    By Nossios
    I have watched every one of Roger Nygard’s films and have come away impressed each time. He is a master at combining wit and insight, showing you the human condition in all its absurdity and sparing no one, except maybe himself. With his latest, The Truth About Marriage, Nygard has given this hallowed institution the same critical eye you’d expect from an alien visitor with a scorching sense of humor. I loved this film, despite being a happily (I think?!?) married man. His best to date.

  • Funny!

    5
    By Shipwreck Bay
    I went and watched a premiere screening. This is a great movie if you want a few hours of fun distraction, and maybe some analysis to help you figure our your own life. Roger Nygard covers a great deal of angles on marriage, talks to alot of experts with interesting insight. The movie give you alot of food for thought. I recommend it.

  • Interesting, intelligent, and humorous analysis of marriage

    5
    By sheri nygard
    We live in a world where more than half of Americans are getting divorced. This film explores the highly relevant topic of marriage through a humorous yet logical and critical lens. Nygard packs everything you would want to know about marriage into a delightful documentary. I strongly urge you to give it a try if you are married, are getting married, or have ever even thought about getting married.

  • Fascinating and funny!

    5
    By Albino Animal
    Roger seemed to have literally nailed every point of view that exists to cover the topic of marriage. His cast is diverse, funny, smart and intriguing! Highly recommended for anyone who loves, has experienced love and ponders the idea of marriage! You will learn a lot and appreciate what makes the world turn round!

  • Marriage Exposed!

    5
    By Big G Unit
    Roger Nygard's most recent film is hilarious. It exposes all the history, trappings and hypocrisy of marriage while at the same time celebrating it and extolling its virtues. Roger directed the classic documentary on fan culture "Trekkies". Here the subject is of marriage is more broad, but Roger brings the same curiosity and wit that makes all his films so unique.

  • It’s an “Ice Breaker”

    5
    By funkytess
    Holy Crap where do I start. I love it! It’s an “Ice Breaker” for any kind of relationship. Complexities of commitment simplified and absolutely achievable. A 20 mins a day relationship maintenance to achieve understanding, acceptance and happiness. You are a genius. Did it help me in regards to what I think of marriage? Absolutely! Hope is in the air for me.

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