Christmas Plans

Much to the chagrin of my Jewish boyfriend, my family has a semi-tradition of going to a movie on Christmas afternoon. He is of the opinion that all the Christmas celebrators should not be crowding the official Jewish movie day... I say, "Tough luck." This year I am very excited about Sherlock Holmes. Why? Let me wax cinematic:

• I heart Robert Downey Jr. -- Wonder Boys...Iron Man...What's not to love?!
• It looks like it will appeal to my entire family. (There may only be 6 of us, but we have very diverse taste in movies.)
• I am a big fan of reading and of shoot 'em up movies...what a lovely intersection!

Another major X'mas release this year is It's Complicated with Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin, and Steve Martin. I went to a screening last night and will reiterate how excited I am about Holmes. It's Complicated felt contrived. Don't get me wrong, I am a big fan of romantic comedies and I don't mind a good formula movie, but my rule is I need to like the characters enough to root for them. These characters were enjoyable with some high moments, but, overall, a bit bland. There's also the latest Alvin and the Chipmunks movie. A high contender in my family for sure.