Review: The Holiday

The Holiday is a romantic film by Nancy Myers and has a lot of big names in it: Cameron Diaz, Jude Law, Kate Winslet and Jack Black. If you enjoy a heartwarming, romantic comedy, you will love this movie. If you have wondered what could happen if you just picked up and basically exchanged your life with a stranger, then you will also love this movie. It is definitely a 'chick flick'. My husband bemoaned the fact that no one was killed, there was nothing blown up, etc. I found the movie captivating and found myself smiling a lot as sweet moments occured.

This is a story of two women who are having love life and personal problems. They find one another through Home Exchange and within a day, they have left their troubles behind and journeyed to new lands. Kate Winslett, who has very little self-respect, finds a bushel! Her outgoing personality attracts those around her and while she is helping others, in the end she helps herself to become stronger.

Cameron Diaz is a powerful, wealthy woman who is emotionally blocked. Her journey into love finds her overcoming past sorrows and learning that loving and taking chances can be very rewarding.

Jack Black and Jude Law melted my heart with their smiles. They both did a fantastic job. I highly recommend this movie!