Under The Tuscan Sun

Have you ever dreamed of living in a villa in Tuscany? Are you the DIY type? Do you like metaphors? If you can answer yes to at least 2 of these, you will most likely enjoy this movie.

Yes, it is a romantic comedy. Yes, it has sappy bits. But, it is a beautiful thing to watch.

Diane Lane (Cotton Club, Lonesome Dove series, and presently in Jumper) does a wonderful job making her character likable, believable, and enjoyable to watch. She goes to Tuscany and buys a run down villa determined to rebuild. She IS the house. Both are a mess. Both require TLC and the touch of a master's hand.

The journey of rebuilding is fun. The supporting cast are perfect for the story. Especially her band of misfit contractors who don't speak English.

Take care to observe the use of the color red in this movie. You will seldom see it, but when you do it means something. European cinema loves to do that. I hope you have noticed?

This is a good movie to watch with someone you have done home projects with. Feel free to laugh at and with each other.