The Holiday is ideal holiday viewing

Rating: 7/10 (14 January 2007)

Although a chick flick, this is a movie that will warm your heart. A strong cast lifts it from the mere fluffy romance genre. While Kate Winslet, Jude Law, and Cameron Diaz gave expected quality performances, Jack Black was a pleasant surprise in a romantic ensemble. Eli Wallach!! What can I say? At 91 years of age, he very nearly stole the show! From the first minute he was on the screen, I fell hopelessly in love with him. It just shows you that acting skills can get better with time. My husband enjoyed the film too. Usually an action film fan, he got into the swing of it and enjoyed the comedy situations and the very touching moments, that abound in this film. Recommended for the nurturing of your inner romantic...