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Recipe for a Perfect Christmas (2005)
Recipe for Entertainment
I almost didn't watch this movie because I thought it was about holiday cooking... NOT! While it's true it may fall somewhere close to the "chick flick" category of romance-comedy-drama-feel good ending, the story was believably entertaining, the characters were well developed, and the chemistry between the two romantic leads was there. J.J. is a food critic battling writer's block; it doesn't help that her flaky mother has come to stay indefinitely. J.J. has not gotten along with her mother since her father died, and she makes a deal with a restaurateur who has been begging for a review to spark some business for his failing restaurant. If he will occupy J.J.'s mother so she can get her column written, she will visit his restaurant... he is desperate and agrees. However, J.J. does not take into consideration that she might develop feelings for this man, is amazed when she discovers how very good his cooking really is, and is forced to confront her demons of unforgiveness and jealousy. What results is predictable but enjoying to watch unfold. I have recommended this movie to many of my friends and family, and would love to see it come out on DVD/VHS.
Eve's Christmas (2004)
Delightful Christmas movie
I know this movie is akin to Family Man, Back to the Future, and It's a Wonderful Life, etc. but that does not make it any less enjoyable. (I preferred the ending to that of Family Man.)
Eve Stevens is a lonely career woman, spending Christmas Eve in a bar and watching families and couples walking by. She begins to wonder what success has really brought her. Leaving the bar, Eve bumps into Brother James who whispers, "wish upon the Christmas Star." Once she returns home, Eve pulls out her old photo album filled with pictures of her hometown. The photo of herself at 21 with her then-fiancée, Scott, makes her feel even more lonely. Stepping outside, she sees the Christmas Star... makes a wish and goes to bed. What follows next is Eve's second chance, and once she comes to terms with the reality that this is not just a dream, she is faced with making the same decision all over again... this time knowing what the results will be.
Not being a movie critic, I feel free to enjoy the movie for the story and not get wrapped up in performances and plots. I thought it was a very enjoyable, entertaining movie. I'm glad to see this has come out on DVD so I don't have to wait for it to come around during the holiday season, I will enjoy watching it again.