Not for cynics but sweetly romantic and watchable

Rating: Null/10 (13 February 2009)

This is a decent watch for Christmas Eve or whenever you are in a decidedly romantic mood. It is not for everyone and may cause sugar shock amongst cynics. Numerous couples and multiple story lines are intertwined together and it is to the directer's credit that the film remains coherent. Hugh Grant has fun as the Prime Minister who ticks off Billy Bob Thornton, playing the horny US president! Also in fine touch are Bill Nighy, Emma Thompson and Alan Rickman Some segment are a little too cute, including the fatherly chat Liam Neeson has with his son. Watchable.
Overall 7/10