A tonic for the soul

Rating: 9/10 (8 July 2012)

I have read all of the negative reviews and saw this in cinema when it was first released a few years ago. Enjoyed it but did not really think beyond that.
I watched it on TV tonight and came to the conclusion it is a great piece of entertainment. The story is much deeper than it seems at first viewing, the acting first rate and as for ABBA, what can you say, unless you are are into the mindless nonsense that passes for popular music today.
It probably is an over 40's flick but as good as it gets for that demographic. It is very good fun, doesn't challenge the brain to much and is an ideal tonic for the soul on a Saturday night. I cannot see how anyone could dislike this piece of pure escapist fun, with no killing and dying, profanities, and with super party music and happy outcomes all round.
There is a time and place for Schindlers List (possibly my most admired film) but there is a time and place for Mamma Mia.