The Holiday
“It's Christmas Eve and we are going to go celebrate being young and being alive.”
7.1
2006
2h 16m
Comedy
Romance
About
Two women, one American and one British, swap homes at Christmastime following bad breakups. Each woman finds romance with a local man but realizes that the imminent return home may end the relationship.
Trailer
Cast
Cameron Diaz
Amanda Woods
Kate Winslet
Iris Simpkins
Jude Law
Graham Simpkins
Jack Black
Miles Dumont
Eli Wallach
Arthur Abbott
Edward Burns
Ethan
Rufus Sewell
Jasper Bloom
Miffy Englefield
Sophie
Emma Pritchard
Olivia
Sarah Parish
Hannah
Shannyn Sossamon
Maggie
Bill Macy
Ernie
Cameron Diaz
Amanda Woods
Kate Winslet
Iris Simpkins
Jude Law
Graham Simpkins
Jack Black
Miles Dumont
Eli Wallach
Arthur Abbott
Edward Burns
Ethan
Rufus Sewell
Jasper Bloom
Miffy Englefield
Sophie
Emma Pritchard
Olivia
Sarah Parish
Hannah
Shannyn Sossamon
Maggie
Bill Macy
Ernie
Reviews
Peter McGinn
There is a lot I like about this movie. The script is witty and there is good chemistry between the prospective couples, although it takes a while to develop with Amanda and Graham due to their awkward and clunky start. The old guy Arthur and the two children also add to the depth of the story. My only real issue was their deploying that awkward rom-com device when two characters have sex first and then fall in love. The movie does a fair job of recovering from the lustful beginning, but I can’t help but think there could have been a more creative way to make the relationship awkward and in need of recovery. But maybe it is just me, overall I liked the movie and, even though I don’t think I will watch it again, it was entertaining.
Read full reviewAlunauwie
he Holiday offers a charming and unique romantic premise, though it stretches believability with its unrealistic house-swapping setup and convenient character connections. Despite these flaws, the film builds strong character backstories and emotional growth, making it easy to follow and enjoyable. However, the unresolved issue of long-distance relationships leaves a lingering question by the end. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)
Read full reviewClips(16)
Amanda Meets Graham's Girls
Amanda Realizes She's In Love With Graham
"I'm Looking For Corny In My Life"
Iris Breaks Things Off With Jasper
"I Finally Know What I Want And What I Want Is You"
The Three Musketeers
Amanda & Graham Have A Cute Date!
"You're The Leading Lady"
Iris Meets Arthur
New Years Eve Celebrations
Amanda Meets Graham's Daughters
"Someone's Having A Party Tonight"
Iris Finds Out About Amanda And Graham
First 10 Minutes
Graham Drunkenly Kisses Amanda
Vacation For One
Amanda Meets Graham's Girls
Amanda Realizes She's In Love With Graham
"I'm Looking For Corny In My Life"
Iris Breaks Things Off With Jasper
"I Finally Know What I Want And What I Want Is You"
The Three Musketeers
Amanda & Graham Have A Cute Date!
"You're The Leading Lady"
Iris Meets Arthur
New Years Eve Celebrations
Amanda Meets Graham's Daughters
"Someone's Having A Party Tonight"
Iris Finds Out About Amanda And Graham
First 10 Minutes
Graham Drunkenly Kisses Amanda
Vacation For One