9/10
A wonderful movie surprise.
23 December 2008
I love finding these little treasures, surprise movies that somehow slip by unnoticed, most undeservedly. What I thought was going to be a background noise movie randomly selected on a movie channel fast became totally absorbing, humorous and touching at the same time. As we are dealing with an older generation, empathy comes not from relating to age, but the social situations presented from a common bond, and never forces the viewer to judge. It's not a lengthy journey in concept, the time of life the characters (and cast) was the keystone to the story of course, but it was not necessary to set up a background for each character, as they instantly became recognizable. I relished every scene with Brenda Vocarro and Dyan Cannon, movie magic together, but never lost interest for the rest of the ensemble. This film is endearing, funny, never beyond the realms of reality. Although I noticed other comments mentioning moments that were either not necessary or empty, these were mere interludes for me which helped build the anticipation of what will happen next. I think a viewers age is totally irrelevant towards this also. Well done cast, well done Susan. I would dearly love to see a sequel or new movie with the same cast. P.S. Dyan you look great, keep making more movies honey.
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