Great Holiday Flick

Rating: 8/10 (22 December 2014)

Boy did I come to this party late. A great holiday surprise. Full of crass humor, mistaken intentions, international jibes and...well love.
Love, this movie will have you believe, is everywhere if you look. If you're a cynical person this film really will not work for you. Especially in the opening scene where it's EXACTLY stated that love is everywhere, if you look.
It's a statement alright. And now it has to prove that love does and will come in many forms. I love the interconnectivity of these seemingly disconnected people. This type of movie is what Garry Marshall wishes he could do with those stupid holiday movies. This one clearly defines the relationship. This guy loves this girl but can't follow through because of this reason. That's it. Simple. Drama. Comedy. It's all here. They want you to love this movie so much that they have a tough ex-rocker (played by Bill Nighy) promise to strip naked and play his hit song, if it goes to number one. The issue being, HE doesn't believe in his Christmas song. Delightful! There's also a heart-wrenching moment, when this old codger realizes the real meaning of love, through a mist of groupies, drugs and alcohol. What prevails is the heart. A wonderful moment for all those with troubled pasts.
Well, you've more than likely have seen this movie by now. But I felt it necessary to share my thoughts (as is the tradition of holiday reviews around the holiday times...for me anyway). Dig this movie.