Last Holiday

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Last Holiday

PG-13

2006

1h 52m

Comedy

Drama

Romance

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The discovery that she has a terminal illness prompts introverted saleswoman Georgia Byrd (Queen Latifah) to reflect on what she realizes has been an overly cautious life. So Georgia withdraws her life savings and jets off to Europe where she lives like a millionaire. Upbeat and passionate, Georgia charms everybody she meets, including renowned Chef Didier (Gérard Depardieu). The only one missing from her new life is her longtime crush Sean Matthews (LL Cool J).

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Critics Consensus

Although Queen Latifah's bountiful life-affirming spirit permeates the film, director Wayne Wang is unable to revive this remake with any real flair.

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Keith Phipps

AV Club

11/27/2006

C-

For a film ostensibly about how life means nothing without adventure and unpredictability, Last Holiday all feels as preordained as the film-ending Emeril cameo.

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Trevor Johnston

Time Out

06/24/2006

It's not exactly distinguished, but pleasantly warm-hearted, and the sort of thing you might enjoy on afternoon TV when laid up with the flu.

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Anna Smith

Empire Magazine

04/01/2006

2/5

Money can buy you happiness in this inferior remake - although its makeover storyline may please fans of The Princess Diaries et al.

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Brandon Collins

Medium Popcorn

05/07/2021

2/5

LL Cool J's performance is so out of control that it's the only entertaining thing about this film.

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Justin Brown

Medium Popcorn

05/07/2021

1/5

This movie was NOT good. The story was completely insane and illogical.

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

09/13/2020

3.0/4.0

Here I am, today, sitting here remembering Georgia, smiling, hearing Georgia's words and, most of all, feeling good about life.

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Melissa L

@Agent99 Dec 31

Very poignant movie. It makes you think what would you do if you found out you had a terminal disease...how would you spend the rest of your days. Very well-acted. It made me cry. Great movie!

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TheMovieSearch R

@TheMovieSearch Dec 24

Last Holiday is a charming Christmas comedy featuring Queen Latifah at her best, delivering warmth, humor, and relatability throughout. The story follows her character embracing life after receiving shocking news, and while it involves faking an illness, the premise is handled in a lighthearted, entertaining way. Latifah carries the film, balancing comedic and emotional moments effortlessly. The supporting cast adds humor and heart, enriching the story. The director does well to highlight Latifah’s strengths, though the screenplay has pacing issues and underdeveloped scenes that slightly hinder engagement. Visually, the film is bright and festive, enhancing its holiday appeal. Despite minor flaws, Last Holiday remains a feel-good, enjoyable movie. Latifah’s performance elevates the film, making it a heartwarming and funny choice for holiday viewing, successfully combining comedy, sentiment, and festive charm in an accessible, entertaining package.

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Meri S.

@mschroeder Dec 13

A very predictable movie and immature. The acting is mediocre.

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David D

@David2026 Dec 10

Everything a feel good movie should be...and it's there in spades...and as it's Xmas...a lot of snow.

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rita K.

@rkalina Dec 5

One of our absolute Christmas favorites every year!

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Julia A

@RT58753768 Nov 19

Esse filme é maravilhoso. A protagonista já é extremamente carismática, e somado ao carisma natural da atriz tornam ela uma personagem maravilhosa. É um filme muito lindo para quem é religioso, tem início e tem fim, com uma boa lição e extremamente inspirador

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Synopsis

The discovery that she has a terminal illness prompts introverted saleswoman Georgia Byrd (Queen Latifah) to reflect on what she realizes has been an overly cautious life. So Georgia withdraws her life savings and jets off to Europe where she lives like a millionaire. Upbeat and passionate, Georgia charms everybody she meets, including renowned Chef Didier (Gérard Depardieu). The only one missing from her new life is her longtime crush Sean Matthews (LL Cool J).

Director: Wayne Wang
Producer: Laurence Mark, Jack Rapke
Screenwriter: Peter Seaman, Jeffrey Price
Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Production Co: Paramount Pictures, ImageMovers
Rating: PG-13 (Sexual References)
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 13, 2006, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 20, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $38.4M
Runtime: 1h 52m

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