Movie review Perfect Holiday not so perfect
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Movie Review: Perfect Holiday Not So Perfect
Summary:
"The Perfect Holiday" offers a seasonally themed story with unrealized potential, partially lifted by its talented cast and a unique holiday twist. Directed and co-written by Lance Rivera of "The Cookout" fame, the film stumbles through clichéd meet-cutes and bewildering scenes, such as a 300-pound "elf" struggling into a fat suit.
Review:
"The Perfect Holiday" aims for heartwarming holiday charm but often falls short, despite its promising cast. Directed and co-written by Lance Rivera, the film juggles contrived romantic plots and oddball scenes that leave viewers scratching their heads.
Gabrielle Union stars as Nancy, a character inexplicably yearning for a man's compliment. She is the ex-wife of J. Jizzy, played by Charlie Murphy, who delivers the film’s most entertaining moments. Nancy's son leads her to a charming department-store Santa, Benjamin, portrayed by Morris Chestnut. He is not only a Santa but also a songwriter pitching his work to J. Jizzy. Benjamin's struggle to keep his personal and professional lives separate lacks logical grounding, raising questions about his secrecy.
The story unfolds with Nancy sharing life lessons with her friends (Jill Marie Jones and Rachel True), while Benjamin bonds with his buddy Jamal (Faizon Love). J. Jizzy’s interactions with his eccentric manager, Delicious (Katt Williams), offer glimpses of comedic potential that often feel forced.
The inclusion of Queen Latifah and Terrence Howard as opposing celestial beings feels unnecessary. Latifah glides through her role effortlessly, but Howard appears visibly uncomfortable, which detracts from the film.
One of the film's subtler yet standout aspects is the unassuming portrayal of a black Santa and elf in a department store. Children of all colors eagerly visit, presenting a hopeful vision that contrasts with the otherwise mundane narrative.
Rated PG for brief language and suggestive humor, "The Perfect Holiday" runs for 96 minutes. With a rating of 4 out of 10, it offers an imperfect but occasionally charming holiday experience. You can watch the film’s trailers on the QuickTime movie trailer site.
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