Last Holiday

Of course, but Latifah carries the film with a fairly effortless charm so even when it dips into 80s style comedy trappings, the film is always at the very least pleasant. What is aiming for a feel-good crowd pleaser, 'Last Holiday' gives Latifah a little breathing room for some sass, but mostly keeps her slightly inhibited to match her character, and there's uneven scenes of slapstick comedy balanced out with the kind of supporting characters, both supportive and antagonistic, that can only be found in fi ... Full Review

Not only does it have some good laughs it's a great family film. I loved this movie. I love this movie!!! ... Full Review

While this is not exactly a profound film, and the message ("live every day as if it's your last") is hardly new; it's testament to this movie's joyous energy that it doesn't matter in the least. Last Holiday," Wayne Wang's energetic remake of the 1950 comedy starring Sir Alec Guinness, gets new life (literally) breathed into it by a wonderful, slightly toned down performance from Latifah. ... Full Review

Laramie Movie Scope:Last Holiday A nice balance between humor, romance and poignancy by Robert Roten, Film Critic Casting Grard Depardieu as the chef is really perfect casting, since Depardieu really is a good cook (he's a restaurateur as well as an accomplished actor), and he obviously loves food. ... Full Review

Also part of Kragens entourage is his secretary and (reluctant) mistress (Alicia Witt) who doesnt quite get the message that shes nothing more than an easy access roll in the sack to Kragen. Her three biggest passions are for cooking (she faithfully watches Emeril every night, cooking the same dishes he makes on his show but never eats them herself), a lavish European hotel famous for its chef and his culinary delights, and for her longtime co-worker Sean (LL Cool J). ... Full Review

The 2006 Last Holiday is not a black movie, and thats a good thing. The rest of the cast does of commendable job of delivering the laughs and the pathos, as appropriate. The most amazing person ever to come to this hotel. ... Full Review

The film's charm works.....It's nice that "Last Holiday" doesn't overreach in its message to always live life everyday....Gerard Depardieu is the other major highlight besides Latifah.... ... Full Review

I was expecting a more “in your face” type of comedy, this movie however was more subdued but still funny.....First, let me say, I love Queen Latifah, she’s funny, bold and beautiful..... ... Full Review

I was expecting a more "in your face" type of comedy, this movie however was more subdued but still funny.....First, let me say, I love Queen Latifah, she's funny, bold and beautiful..... ... Full Review

There's also quite a lot of footage of some spectacular ball playing (and not just the special effects kind focused on the magical Jerome). However, that doesn't make it any less enjoyable as a family film, with positive lessons that serve young and old alike. ... Full Review