Film / Venture Forever
Wedding highlight, full ceremony or raw footage: what is the difference?
These describe different things: a story edited for watching, a record of an event from beginning to end, and the camera files used to make an edit.
A highlight is a selection
A filmmaker might put a line from a toast over portraits filmed hours earlier. That can tell the story beautifully, but the finished film does not necessarily contain the whole toast. Ask to watch one complete example of the product you are buying.
A ceremony edit follows the event
If relatives cannot attend, ask whether the film includes the walk down the aisle, readings and vows in order. Clarify how audio is recorded and whether the reception speeches are a separate deliverable.
Raw is not another word for longer
Camera originals can include separate angles, setup shots and audio that has not been synced. Before requesting them, explain what you want to do: watching a ceremony on television is a different need from archiving source footage. Confirm formats, availability and delivery timing in writing.