No Reservations

Is it hot in this kitchen or not? Sort of. This is a cute romantic comedy with definite star power. But, the story is not all that sophisticated or unpredictable. The most complex character is the orphaned niece played by Abigail Breslin. She has come a long way since her debut in Signs.

Catherine Zeta-Jones is perfectionist chef who needs others in her life maintain balance. She does not know it however. Everyone placed in her path gets run over or shoved aside. When it becomes family however, she can't keep up her ways. Aaron Eckhart plays one of those people, and is the most likable character in the story.

Foodies should like this movie. Again a very good menu is a significant part of the story. An Italian chef I know found this movie deliciously authentic. What the story lacks in depth, is well made up for in charming scenes and plot "twists".

The music is fun, the concept is fun, and it is easy to relate to most of the characters.

Watch this movie with someone who has to have things done their own way all the time.