Happy New Year!

I don't post often enough here, which may be why it's so quiet when I come here. But I've had a lovely New Year's Eve with my family: we went to see The Holiday with Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet, two of my favourite actresses. There were some silly mistakes (such as the startling claim that Cary Grant was from Surrey), but nothing to spoil the essential plot. I've had a very soft spot for Cameron Diaz since seeing her in Being John Malokovich where I realised she isn't just a glam actress but a real comedy actress: and it was a real treat to see her in a (literally) small English setting. It was rather like a very superior version of Notting Hill where the characters actually had some psychological depth. I won't spoil the story by saying much more, but I'd say go and see it if you want something undemanding starring two lovely 30-something actresses.

Happy 2007 to all who find their way here!