We watched "Your Christmas or mine?" last night, with high hopes but a little trepidation. We need not have worried. It's fun, ridiculous and charming. And tons better than "Last Christmas" or "The Holiday" both of which have a similar feel but, for me, fail to ballance the cheese with charm. The acting in the scene in very first minute is abysmal, but quickly settles down. If you want a simple festive seasonal pick me up, this fits the bill nicely. I think the expression is " suspend disbelief" and it'll be enjoyable. It deserves neither the 3 star reviews nor the 10 star reviews, but is certainly watchable and I will happily watch again one day. Oh and if you want another feel good Christmas fix, try "Click and Collect".
47 Reviews
A nice and breezy Christmas romcom
ethanbresnett5 December 2022
Your Christmas or Mine? Is a sweet romcom that will get you in the Christmas mood for sure.
It largely follows the tried and tested romcom formula, with the added twist that the two romantic leads are not actually on screen together for the majority of the film. Despite this I found myself quite invested in the relationship, and thought it was actually quite well thought out from a plot perspective.
Asa Butterfield and Cora Kirk put in two engaging and enjoyable lead performances, with some great comedic work from them both.
In terms of the plot, it is one of those romcoms where a lot of the conflict could be easily resolved if people actually spoke to each other, so it does feel a tad frustrating and tiresome at times. Other than that the plot is really rather enjoyable. It is nice and breezy for the most part, but with a few emotional moments that feel a little underdeveloped but still add a nice layer to the piece.
The pacing is pretty spot on, and it never felt like it is overstaying its welcome.
Overall a lovely Christmassy romcom. Unlikely to blow you away, but it does the job and will definitely keep you entertained.
It largely follows the tried and tested romcom formula, with the added twist that the two romantic leads are not actually on screen together for the majority of the film. Despite this I found myself quite invested in the relationship, and thought it was actually quite well thought out from a plot perspective.
Asa Butterfield and Cora Kirk put in two engaging and enjoyable lead performances, with some great comedic work from them both.
In terms of the plot, it is one of those romcoms where a lot of the conflict could be easily resolved if people actually spoke to each other, so it does feel a tad frustrating and tiresome at times. Other than that the plot is really rather enjoyable. It is nice and breezy for the most part, but with a few emotional moments that feel a little underdeveloped but still add a nice layer to the piece.
The pacing is pretty spot on, and it never felt like it is overstaying its welcome.
Overall a lovely Christmassy romcom. Unlikely to blow you away, but it does the job and will definitely keep you entertained.
Brilliant British Festive Rom Com
dp-536968 December 2022
Surprisingly entertaining. The storyline is relateable. We all have family dynamics to deal with around Christmas time.
Great acting from the cast. Asa Butterfield and Cora Kirk hold their own as the leads. A great role for Daniel Mays. Alex Jennings seem to by typecasted for the English posh roles, especially after playing the abdicated King in The Crown.
In parts, the film is a little bit cliche and unrealistic. Cheesy (yet likeable) soundtrack. And when was the last time in snowed in England on Christmas Day?
It's not going to win a BAFTA, but it's a nice and easy watch to enjoy with your family, I would highly recommend.
Great acting from the cast. Asa Butterfield and Cora Kirk hold their own as the leads. A great role for Daniel Mays. Alex Jennings seem to by typecasted for the English posh roles, especially after playing the abdicated King in The Crown.
In parts, the film is a little bit cliche and unrealistic. Cheesy (yet likeable) soundtrack. And when was the last time in snowed in England on Christmas Day?
It's not going to win a BAFTA, but it's a nice and easy watch to enjoy with your family, I would highly recommend.
I don't get the bad reviews it's a great British film
DemonicAngelicPirate-19256 December 2022
Warning: Spoilers
So it's Christmas and there's a plethora of Christmas films old and new and many just are too cheesy and cringy but this one is different. I would go so far as to say that I haven't enjoyed a new Christmas film since Love Actually.
The story is different and well crafted sometimes predictable but that doesn't detract from the core message. I love the actors and the differences in their family life. Maybe it touched me more because I can relate with losing a parent near Christmas and she was similar to James mum in saving everything I had done I even have a scrapbook she made I also identify with Daniel Mays character when he says sometimes the Christmas's with just chicken are the best.
I know some people find some of it implausible but it's a Christmas film and meant to be fun and entertaining it's also very heartwarming and funny in places.
So put away all preconceptions of a perfect film and enjoy it for what it is lighthearted escapism and it's definitely very British what with the class system etc and I like how it doesn't try to be all things to all people.
I gave it a high score because it deserves it and I genuinely loved it and will likely watch again.
The story is different and well crafted sometimes predictable but that doesn't detract from the core message. I love the actors and the differences in their family life. Maybe it touched me more because I can relate with losing a parent near Christmas and she was similar to James mum in saving everything I had done I even have a scrapbook she made I also identify with Daniel Mays character when he says sometimes the Christmas's with just chicken are the best.
I know some people find some of it implausible but it's a Christmas film and meant to be fun and entertaining it's also very heartwarming and funny in places.
So put away all preconceptions of a perfect film and enjoy it for what it is lighthearted escapism and it's definitely very British what with the class system etc and I like how it doesn't try to be all things to all people.
I gave it a high score because it deserves it and I genuinely loved it and will likely watch again.
Xmas by numbers...
mak_6002 December 2022
A cast of well known Brit actors including the ever watchable Asa Butterfield, Angela Griffin, Daniel Mays etc do their best to keep this Xmas by numbers film bubbling 'n bumbling along and just about pull it off - but it's by no means a classic. Managing to comfortably straddle the line between inoffensive and formulaic it tells the tale of two romantically engaged students independently ending up at each other's family dwelling for Yuletide - and the obvious 'hilarity' that ensues from this.
And that - along with a number of run of the mill cliches, situations and characters - is about it...
And that - along with a number of run of the mill cliches, situations and characters - is about it...
Nice one.
mrglenngrant22 December 2022
Warning: Spoilers
Watched this on recommendation from Perrin cos she thought I'd like it ... and I did.
All the cast are very good ... as is the story and it's pretty well told. The girl's family are all very likeable ... although welcoming a weird stranger who turns up at your door in the way that they do is a bit of a stretch.
The 'fiance' turning up is a bit of a WTF moment ... and the explanation that he's a bit mental and won't accept that she dumped him is a bit disappointing. Why didn't she happen to mention it to anyone in her family? At all...??
The other side of the coin - her getting stranded at his country mansion - is a lot more believeable ... and has more heart. There's more story there too .... with the wife dying and the lying about going to army school when he's really at drama school.
A nice, well-done film to watch in the early days of December (ie not really that Chrismassy).
72/100.
All the cast are very good ... as is the story and it's pretty well told. The girl's family are all very likeable ... although welcoming a weird stranger who turns up at your door in the way that they do is a bit of a stretch.
The 'fiance' turning up is a bit of a WTF moment ... and the explanation that he's a bit mental and won't accept that she dumped him is a bit disappointing. Why didn't she happen to mention it to anyone in her family? At all...??
The other side of the coin - her getting stranded at his country mansion - is a lot more believeable ... and has more heart. There's more story there too .... with the wife dying and the lying about going to army school when he's really at drama school.
A nice, well-done film to watch in the early days of December (ie not really that Chrismassy).
72/100.
It's better than you would expect
ferrenberg15 December 2022
If you have some time just watch this. It's fun, goofy, fast paced and simple. I didn't watch anything with Asa Butterfield before and the constant ad on my google tv finally got the better of me. I'm not a movies person, I rarely watch them, that's why I'm really impressed by how well everything in this flick was executed and filmed. The movie also has some twists that made it even more funny to watch and wait until the end.
I was surprised and pleased to see David Bradley, Daniel Mays and Alex Jannings in the cast, three legends of British television. Overall, it's an uncompromising experience that will bring some joy and escape for a little while.
I was surprised and pleased to see David Bradley, Daniel Mays and Alex Jannings in the cast, three legends of British television. Overall, it's an uncompromising experience that will bring some joy and escape for a little while.
Family friendly festive fun
carlwilkessob27 November 2023
A bit of a Christmas cracker this. My daughter recommended to me and I watched with a bit of disinterest. I was very pleasantly surprised with the humour, the soundtrack and the genuinely good story. It takes you to some sad dark and depressing moments then lifts you up again.
Very good casting with plenty of diversity. The right mix of humour and pathos and of course plenty of Christmas spirit.
I think it's worth the 7 stars I have given and will definately be one to watch year on year. Not quite up there with your home alones or it's a wonderful life but still well worth the watch.
Enjoy.
Very good casting with plenty of diversity. The right mix of humour and pathos and of course plenty of Christmas spirit.
I think it's worth the 7 stars I have given and will definately be one to watch year on year. Not quite up there with your home alones or it's a wonderful life but still well worth the watch.
Enjoy.
A rather swell festive flick
r96sk5 December 2022
Very good! I thoroughly enjoyed this.
You never really know what to expect from Xmas films, especially those with (no disrespect intended whatsoever) unrecognisable (to me, of course) leads and those that are straight-to-streaming. 'Your Christmas Or Mine?' is, thankfully, a rather swell festive flick.
Asa Butterfield and Cora Kirk are a good pairing, though given the plot don't actually spend too much time together onscreen. Butterfield has more to work with, his side of the plot is very much more fleshed out. As such Kirk does well with her scenes.
As noted this is my first time watching Butterfield [actually, technically I've seen a ~13-year-old him in 'Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang' - who knew?] and Kirk, though behind those two there are many a well known face that I spotted. Daniel Mays, Angela Griffin, David Bradley and Alex Jennings, plus one or two others, are actors I've seen elsewhere. The support cast are excellent, here.
It's amusing, very nicely paced and has all the necessary cheesy Christmas vibes - though, to be fair, it's not Hallmark Channel-esque cheese, it's just the usual strong sense of holiday cheer... which is what you'd want from a production of this ilk to be honest, at least I do.
You never really know what to expect from Xmas films, especially those with (no disrespect intended whatsoever) unrecognisable (to me, of course) leads and those that are straight-to-streaming. 'Your Christmas Or Mine?' is, thankfully, a rather swell festive flick.
Asa Butterfield and Cora Kirk are a good pairing, though given the plot don't actually spend too much time together onscreen. Butterfield has more to work with, his side of the plot is very much more fleshed out. As such Kirk does well with her scenes.
As noted this is my first time watching Butterfield [actually, technically I've seen a ~13-year-old him in 'Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang' - who knew?] and Kirk, though behind those two there are many a well known face that I spotted. Daniel Mays, Angela Griffin, David Bradley and Alex Jennings, plus one or two others, are actors I've seen elsewhere. The support cast are excellent, here.
It's amusing, very nicely paced and has all the necessary cheesy Christmas vibes - though, to be fair, it's not Hallmark Channel-esque cheese, it's just the usual strong sense of holiday cheer... which is what you'd want from a production of this ilk to be honest, at least I do.
Very enjoyable Christmas Movie
papagato393 December 2022
I watched this film on a whim and really enjoyed it. You will guess the basic boy meets girl plot from the off, but it quickly takes an unexpected turn and that's when the interest really starts, followed by some nice plot twists throughout. The main protagonists have clearly come from different backgrounds and that's the main driver for the comedy and pathos within the story. The two families are socially poles apart. Pretty much a feel good film with a nice Christmas message. There are some great characters, and I'm sure there's a lot that viewers can identify with. Very funny at times and has a great cast.
Distinctly mediocre Brit Christmas rom-com with more silliness than charm
danieljfarthing10 December 2022
In Brit Cristmas rom-com "Your Christmas Or Mine" a train mix-up & heavy snow has London students Asa Butterfield & gf Cora Kirk stranded over Xmas at each other's family homes. He's with her rogueish blue-collar mob (inc Daniel Mays & Angela Griffin) while she's at his cold, crusty, posh country pile (with Alex Jennings, Harriet Walker, David Bradley & Mark Heap). Both feel outta place & bullied as they learn secrets the other's kept from all concerned. Lighter than it sounds the silliness of writer Tom Parry's set-pieces out-weighs director Jim O'Hanlan's festive charm, and the performances are over-cooked. While not a total Xmas turkey, it's still distinctly mediocre.
Actually very enjoyable!
ukxenafan16 December 2022
Saw this on my Prime video screen. Great cast so gave it a go on a dark Monday night and it was actually a pleasant surprise! Familiar family dynamics but still enjoyably entertaining despite knowing where it was going. Asa Butterfield and Cora Kirk are likeable leads, nice support from Daniel Mays, Alex Jennings and Harriet Walter and the rest of the reliable British cast. This is not a film that will go down as a classic but it is undemanding, pretty cosy although actually the film kept me interested all the way through. The most traumatic thing - someone leaves their phone on a train and let's face it, we would all be totally stumped with that situation. Who even knows phone numbers any more!!!
Solidly enjoyable fluff.
Solidly enjoyable fluff.
Your Christmas or Mine?
CinemaSerf3 December 2022
So "James" (Asa Butterfield) and girlfriend "Hayley" (Cora Kirk) are saying their goodbyes before heading to their respective families for Christmas. It's only when they are on their separate trains that they realise that they would rather be together, so - without telling each other - they board the other's train. Next thing, she arrives at his and he arrives at her's and what now ensues is a gently comedic tale that quite engagingly illustrates the joys and pains of the season. It turns out that neither have been being entirely honest with each other, or with their families - but can that all get ironed out in time for the turkey? Sure, the story is totally contrived and indulges in just about every Christmas stereotype you can imagine, but there are some fun contributions from Daniel Mays, David Bradley, Dame Harriet Walter and Angela Griffin to help this pass ninety minutes amiably enough. Plenty of snow, a few glasses of mulled wine and a dog called "Peanut" - what's not to like? No, you will not remember it afterwards - even if you haven't had a drink - but it's one of those films that makes you reach for another mince pie at this time of year, and is actually at the better end of these festive television offerings.
Your Christmas or Mine?
Prismark1010 December 2022
Warning: Spoilers
Hayley (Cora Kirk) and James (Asa Butterfield) met in drama school and fell in love. Now they are going to their respective homes for Christmas.
Only at the last minute, both decide to switch trains. James ends up in Hayley's train but she is not there as Hayley moved to James train.
On arrival. Hayley finds out that James is the son of an Earl. His father is cold and aloof after the death of his wife. More importantly, his father thinks that James is in military school. The family come from a long line of soldiers.
Meanwhile James ends up with Hayley's working class family who have no idea that James is Hayley's boyfriend.
When they finally talk to each other on the phone and realise the mix up. Both are astonished with various revelations such as Hayley being engaged to a soldier.
Billed as a feelgood comedy. The story is forced, not that charming and I found a lot of the movie irritating.
It is certainly not funny or even believable. The main leads are flat and have no chemistry.
Only at the last minute, both decide to switch trains. James ends up in Hayley's train but she is not there as Hayley moved to James train.
On arrival. Hayley finds out that James is the son of an Earl. His father is cold and aloof after the death of his wife. More importantly, his father thinks that James is in military school. The family come from a long line of soldiers.
Meanwhile James ends up with Hayley's working class family who have no idea that James is Hayley's boyfriend.
When they finally talk to each other on the phone and realise the mix up. Both are astonished with various revelations such as Hayley being engaged to a soldier.
Billed as a feelgood comedy. The story is forced, not that charming and I found a lot of the movie irritating.
It is certainly not funny or even believable. The main leads are flat and have no chemistry.
Madcap British holiday celebrations.
TxMike31 December 2022
Two young people in school in London are developing a relationship, they are just about to the point that they profess their love. But at this moment they must catch trains at the Marylebone Station to travel to their homes for the Christmas holidays. As they say goodbye, at the last second each independently decide they will switch trains and join the other's family for Christmas. So he ends up at the home of her family, while she ends up at the home of his family. And neither knows where the other is!
Asa Butterfield plays the part of James, it turns out he has not told her all about his family, and he has not told his dad that he dropped out of military school. Cora Kirk plays the part of Hayley and she has kept things secret also. All this to generate the difficult situations over the course of the movie's time span of two days.
This is a quite different movie for my wife and me, the British approach to comedy is unique, but we enjoyed the entertainment. Streaming on Amazon.
Asa Butterfield plays the part of James, it turns out he has not told her all about his family, and he has not told his dad that he dropped out of military school. Cora Kirk plays the part of Hayley and she has kept things secret also. All this to generate the difficult situations over the course of the movie's time span of two days.
This is a quite different movie for my wife and me, the British approach to comedy is unique, but we enjoyed the entertainment. Streaming on Amazon.
cute fluff but widowhood might trigger some
nmmazzoni26 November 2023
Always enjoyed watching Asa Butterfield at work and he carries this rom-com well. Cute and amusing but there is a widower which might trigger those on the unfortunate journey so a heads up. Others will no doubt find zero issues for an otherwise light-hearted Holiday movie. The supporting cast gets some taking used to, but none are annoying yet none are very memorable either but it does draw on Lampoon's Christmas Vacation idea with regards to the characters nor is the plot controversial in any way that I found. If you're looking for a harmless 2 hours to mulitask while watching a holiday movie, this will do the trick.
Good...For What It's Intended To Be
TMAuthor2318 December 2023
When a Christmas themed movie is produced you get one of four basic varieties: religious, farce, rom/com, or tear jerker. The Lifetime channel and Hallmark specialize in the last three. People love watching something simple and predictable. Once every ten years something comes out that breaks the mold, and becomes a classic that gets watched every year: Elf, A Christmas Story, Christmas Vacation etc.
This film will not enter that elite "classic" group. But...unlike hallmark movies or lifetime movies this has quite a few good actors in it. And the story has a relatively unique twist that creates interest. But you know how it will end. From minute one.
Asa Butterfield is a very capable actor. Cora Kirk, his costar is...okay. They do not have chemistry, which considering that is the core of a rom/com is a bit of a problem. The actors playing roles for Cora's family are mostly over the top, the performers for Asa's household feel like leftovers from Downton Abbey. But it's inoffensive, light, reasonably well acted, with okay production values. So it's an okay watch while you're wrapping gifts, folding the laundry or sipping a glass of whatever.
But not memorable, not classic and not "brilliant".
So...enjoy...just don't expect too much.
This film will not enter that elite "classic" group. But...unlike hallmark movies or lifetime movies this has quite a few good actors in it. And the story has a relatively unique twist that creates interest. But you know how it will end. From minute one.
Asa Butterfield is a very capable actor. Cora Kirk, his costar is...okay. They do not have chemistry, which considering that is the core of a rom/com is a bit of a problem. The actors playing roles for Cora's family are mostly over the top, the performers for Asa's household feel like leftovers from Downton Abbey. But it's inoffensive, light, reasonably well acted, with okay production values. So it's an okay watch while you're wrapping gifts, folding the laundry or sipping a glass of whatever.
But not memorable, not classic and not "brilliant".
So...enjoy...just don't expect too much.
Refreshingly good holiday film!
texasaggiedarlin3 January 2023
Hello, talent! Each cast member is brilliant and brings life to this film. The dialogue is understated and endearing, so you as the viewer get immersed in the story and don't feel like you're watching people acting. The shots have beautiful colors, angles, and scenery, the music is both classic and fresh. I really enjoyed this movie and found it refreshingly original and much higher quality than most of the holiday movie offerings on streaming. Most of all, I appreciated how the characters developed and enriched each others lives across generations and class/social status. This wasn't just a rom-com, but a well-rounded film with families at the center.
Great cast but a very poor script ruined it.
Avidviewer-028474 December 2022
An Amazon Prime production likely meant for a British audience. The US and UK might share the same language, but their humor/humour is different. Great cast: Dame Harriet Walter, Alex Jennings, Daniel Mays, Asa Butterfield and many more. The script seems like it was written as a childrens movie and not an adult rom-com. The UK is known for great productions, they do wonderful Christmas episodes of many of their series like "Call the Midwife", "All Creatures Great and Small" and even "Downton Abbey". This was filmed at Pinewood Studios, the setting of many great films.
I watch a lot of UK dramas and some are comedies and they're much better written than this one. I'm beginning to think that the execs who approve these productions never read the scripts or monitor the filming.
I watch a lot of UK dramas and some are comedies and they're much better written than this one. I'm beginning to think that the execs who approve these productions never read the scripts or monitor the filming.
A Bright Bit of Brit Christmas Wit!
lmon211 December 2022
I have to admit, I am addicted to Christmas movies - and I have watched the full spectrum from boring to best (Love, Actually; Last Christmas, etc.)
But this newcomer is several steps above the vast selection of Hallmark-ish Holiday fare.
Great cast, refreshing unpredictable twists in the storyline. And even though I sometimes avoid aspects of "Brit Wit", this had me smiling & laughing.
From Asa Butterfield to the grumpy father in Victoria, and some refreshing actors I had never seen before, they all add to the film.
Give it a try. It is so much more uplifting than Hallmark or Netflix. Let me know what you think.
But this newcomer is several steps above the vast selection of Hallmark-ish Holiday fare.
Great cast, refreshing unpredictable twists in the storyline. And even though I sometimes avoid aspects of "Brit Wit", this had me smiling & laughing.
From Asa Butterfield to the grumpy father in Victoria, and some refreshing actors I had never seen before, they all add to the film.
Give it a try. It is so much more uplifting than Hallmark or Netflix. Let me know what you think.
HUMBUG!!
antide-423762 December 2022
I am going to sound like a right misery here but this Christmas movie is pretty awful. The acting is average and the story is crap. It's also a PC exercise as a mixed-race relationship is stretched to breaking point with the rich and the working class portrayed very predictably. I didn't think there was any chemistry between the two leads at all which didn't help. Their relationship is probably doomed anyhow seeing as all they had done is lie to each other about their real lives.
I don't know what the usually excellent Daniel Mayes is doing in this tripe as it really is a poor effort. Another problem for me is one of the main character's played by Cora Kirk is really annoying. The ending, indeed, most of the story is very predictable and I would have switched it off long before the end but thought it would only be fair to watch it all in order to give it a fair review. Give this one a miss.
I don't know what the usually excellent Daniel Mayes is doing in this tripe as it really is a poor effort. Another problem for me is one of the main character's played by Cora Kirk is really annoying. The ending, indeed, most of the story is very predictable and I would have switched it off long before the end but thought it would only be fair to watch it all in order to give it a fair review. Give this one a miss.
A charming, funny, touching Christmas film
lisafritschennis11 December 2022
Do not believe the low ratings! This is a lighthearted, wonderful Christmas film on par with some of the best Netflix & Hallmark holiday movies! We absolutely loved it!
Sure there are glitches that don't make sense, and the cinematographer uses low light much too often...but the cast is stellar!
I'm already hoping and praying that they all come together again and film a sequel!! There is still SO much story to tell and the movie could be an absolute hoot!!
Make yourself a cup of cocoa, kick up your feet near the light of your Christmas Tree, and enjoy this wonderful feel good holiday movie!
Sure there are glitches that don't make sense, and the cinematographer uses low light much too often...but the cast is stellar!
I'm already hoping and praying that they all come together again and film a sequel!! There is still SO much story to tell and the movie could be an absolute hoot!!
Make yourself a cup of cocoa, kick up your feet near the light of your Christmas Tree, and enjoy this wonderful feel good holiday movie!
Ok but leads are rubbish
nikjohn-086513 December 2022
Warning: Spoilers
I'd heard this was coming and sounded good .. was sadly disappointed. So story is good and should work and make a great film ... family actors are also good with recognisable faces, sadly the two leads had no chemistry... the female lead was ok but the male was unbelievable.. the kiss at the end was unconvincing and uncomfortable. Not sure what happened?? I just wonder if they acted apart for most of the film and acted together for a day so never gelled... such a shame as like I said a good idea of had been carried through. A Christmas film where an ice cream can get through snow but a tractor can't sums it up.
A hidden gem
liapetrich8 December 2022
To start off I'd like to say that this is such a heartwarming story . This story is about a young couple who have just stared dating and they don't really know a lot about each other , so they are being spilt up in an unusual way for Christmas to get to know each others family . And then the most interesting part begins. To be honest,I just love British Christmas movies. This film gave me same vibes as Love actually. I was crying and laughing and it made me feel so much better. It definitely brings Christmas mood. And it's not your typical Christmas movie about love,it's more about family . Recommend it to everyone who wants to spend a good time.
Bad behavior
Jackbv1233 December 2023
Everyone in this movie is far worse than rude to everyone else. In some cases bodily harm was done. And this is a Christmas movie. Ho, ho, ho. The comedy is mostly raunchy. So if this is your cup of tea, you will love this movie.
The story is pretty simple until later in the movie when some secret surprises start popping up. Even with those twists, the story is pretty simple. The pace is slow.
The dialogue is fast and furious and, did I mention, raunchy.
James kills time at Hayley's house while waiting for the weather to clear. Actually it is the story that kills time here. The antics are somewhat entertaining despite no progress in the story. James seems to be a decent guy.
Hayley is meanwhile suffering at James' home where she eventually learns the first big secret. Hayley is unbelievably rude to his very proper father. I'm a little surprised that Brit viewers could accept this behavior because it seemed to me like Dad could have had her put away for good in a very dark dungeon given their society structure.
Things pick up toward the end. More secrets are revealed and things get wrapped up.
The story is pretty simple until later in the movie when some secret surprises start popping up. Even with those twists, the story is pretty simple. The pace is slow.
The dialogue is fast and furious and, did I mention, raunchy.
James kills time at Hayley's house while waiting for the weather to clear. Actually it is the story that kills time here. The antics are somewhat entertaining despite no progress in the story. James seems to be a decent guy.
Hayley is meanwhile suffering at James' home where she eventually learns the first big secret. Hayley is unbelievably rude to his very proper father. I'm a little surprised that Brit viewers could accept this behavior because it seemed to me like Dad could have had her put away for good in a very dark dungeon given their society structure.
Things pick up toward the end. More secrets are revealed and things get wrapped up.
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