Just a good story...

Rating: 8/10 (30 October 2006)

rather light. Julia Roberts in her defining role, she and Gere never looked better.
The story is not complicated; Hector Elizondo as the hotel manager, tries to help Vivian/Julia Roberts acclimate to her sudden lifestyle change- she is Gere's escort for a week; the story could not have been a comedy if it was presented in a more realistic or darker vein.
Notable performance by Laura San Giacomo as Viv's roommate; some unnecessary references to crack and street life on Hollywood Boulevard. Also a few scenes with Jason Alexander ("Seinfeld" George Costanza) as the typically odious, greedy attorney.
Ralph Bellamy is very good as a business tycoon; Gere as corporate raider who develops a conscience after establishing more than a business/sex relationship with Roberts. He begins to appreciate the less material side of life, even to enjoy spending time with Vivian/Roberts.
Overall a decent film with some good scenes; no real surprises, but good if you need something uplifting. 8/10