Product: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003)
Rating: 4.0
Chick-Flick Done Right
The key to enjoying this movie is to appreciate that it is fantasy. A previous reviewer gave this a poor rating because it wasn't realistic regarding visas, jobs, money, etc. The reason I enjoyed it so much is because I was able to spend two hours NOT thinking about those types of things. These movies are always filled with contrivances, stereotypes and obvious metaphors and this movie is no exception. But it was able to somehow make it all very natural and sweet.The best thing the filmmakers did was to cast Diane Lane in the lead role. She is the epitome of class and natural beauty. I thoroughly enjoyed this because I allowed myself to be swept away by a beautiful woman, beautiful scenery and the fantasy life I wish I could have.