The Holiday- 4.5 Stars

I love this movie. Jude Law is adorable, Jack Black is hilarious but lovable, Kate Winslet is just so dang cute and Cameron Diaz is priceless. I thought the comedic timing was excellent and the four play off each other so well. I grabbed this movie when Target at it on sale for $5. The language is the only thing that is not desirable but clearplay just cleans that up. This is a must watch.

The Mistress of Spices - 3.5-4 Stars

Well, this was a cutesy, cheesy movie that was kinda fun anyway. Kristine was wholly unimpressed by Dylan McDermott, but others think he is just dreamy in this flick. I enjoyed the spiritual aspects but my husband said he'd never seen a movie where the main antagonist was a vegetable before. 2005. No ClearPlay filter available. And I'm putting Anita's name in the labels since she's the one who owns it.

Wives and Daughters- 5 stars

Yes, I love period dramas. Some are better than others and this is one of the best. The characters are very rich. Some are full of flaws and others flawless. I can't even begin to pick which character is my favorite because they all add a ton to the story. Roger is great, both dads are wise, the stepmom you love to hate, Molly is wonderful, etc.
If you like these kinds of films, this is a must. It is four hours, but you want more when it is over. The scene at the end in the rain is one of the best ever.

Persuasion- 5 stars

By far, my favorite. I love the new version of this Jane Austen book. Capt Wentworth is great and not bad to look at. Masterpiece theatre redid a lot of the Jane Austen movies. This movie has an amazing score and beautiful cinematography.
The one you want to watch is with Rupert Penry-Jones and Sally Hawkins. I can't tell you how I LOVE this movie.

The Note and The Note II- 4 Stars

IF you like the Hallmark shows, you will enjoy these 2 films. I just walked by them one day at the store and got them. Both are just a feel good movie. THe first is set around Christmas time and the second is a follow up that has a great story of finding long lost love. Clean and great.