The Holiday

VJJ and B dragged me to watch The Holiday last night as part of VJJ's going away-for-now party. I was already expecting a cheesy romantic comedy, but Nancy Meyers really pulled out all the stops for this one. It is very likely that The Holiday is the sappiest rom-com to ever exist - and in a not-so-good way. It's predictable, and while it has some funny moments (mostly courtesy of Jack Black), I had to try hard not to vomit for most of the movie.

I also have another bone to pick. I know Cameron Diaz and Jude Law are the "hot" actors in the film, but do they have to tongue each other every other minute? Eww! And I think it's very rude of the filmmakers to give Kate Winslet and Jack Black only ONE scene where they smooch (and no tongue was involved at all). I found Jack Black much more attractive than Jude Law, who defines smarmy-ness.

My favorite thing about the movie was Cameron Diaz's wardrobe! She's dressed for winter weather most of the film and she gets to wear the cutest sweaters and dresses. She has the body for it as you can see here in this photo taken for one of the premiers:

Yet another reason to dislike her.

PS - I really, really do hope that I didn't annoy or offend B because I'll readily admit that I was often throwing my hands in the air or making gagging noises. Even though it wasn't my favorite film, I wouldn't want to ruin a moviewatching experience for someone else, especially a friend. Sorry if I bugged you and I'll rein it in next time.