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Aug 23, 2012britprincess1 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I hate to admit for falling under the spell of Nancy Meyer schlock, but this film is entrancing. It's imbued with such spirit and genuine intention. Given to the wrong cast, this film would have been awful. Instead, they handed it to greats: the unimaginably genius Diane Keaton and Frances McDormand, the charismatic Jack Nicholson playing what I can only conclude is himself, and just the right touch from lesser actors in smaller roles as is the case with both Keanu Reeves (who usually hands out wooden performances, but plays it better this time) and Amanda Peet (who plays the daughter role with, of course, youthful vibrance). I really enjoyed this film. You don't need to be ancient to like a film meant for "the middle-aged demographic". I loved this film as a kid and I still quite enjoy its entertainment value now. I'm sure I'll appreciate it even more with age.