Valentine's Day

Please don't tell Roger Ebert how much I enjoyed Valentine's Day, which opened nationwide just in time for the holiday. This is what he had to say:

"Valentine's Day" is being marketed as a Date Movie. I think it's more of a First-Date Movie. If your date likes it, do not date that person again. And if you like it, there may not be a second date."

Sorry, Roger, but I enjoyed it quite a bit and there is a good chance I'll see another film with the same person I went with. It was a large audience Saturday night at the Palace Theatre and others were enjoying it as much as me. With a star studded cast including Jennifer Garner, Ashton Kutcher, Jamie Foxx, Queen Latifah, Julia Roberts, Patrick Dempsey, Anne Hathaway, Shirley McLaine, Hector Elizondo and others whose names escape me at the moment, there is never a dull moment on this particular February 14th. It is reminiscent of Love,Actually ,the British film from 2003. I think Roger was more enthusiastic about that film. Valentine's Day has a very similar story line, set in Los Angeles instead of London. The stories intertwine; as we follow a florist making deliveries on February 14th. Of course, everyone is beautiful and the weather is perfect, so it is a bit like a modern day fairy tale. There are some great shots of LA landmarks and quite a few good laughs. I especially enjoyed the longtime married couple played by Shirley McLaine and Hector Elizondo. Valentine's Day will be playing at the Palace at least through the February 25th. It's not a definite must-see on the big screen, but not a bad way to spend a couple of hours pleasantly.

"Stan The Wine Man"

I have to admit that not only have I not seen this movie, I have until Molly’s review had no desire to see it. Like the guys say... It looks like a chick flick. That being said, it appears Bridgett and I will have to check this movie out. What wine would go well with a star studded movie about love and lives? Well, this movie seems fun and entertaining with a light-hearted theme. How about Promiscuous Red! This is a new item I brought into the store not only for it’s cute name but also because it’s light and fruity with good flavors that are not complex but enjoyable. This wine is only eleven bucks, raspberries come through on the nose followed by jammy raspberry and ripe plum notes on silky tannins that go down easy. And the name comes with a subliminal message that may pay off after the movie. At this price you can afford to buy two bottles for the next date with the same person. Sorry Roger.