Queen Latifah remains here an utterly imperturbable, warm and human presence.

A nice little romantic comedy which also packs an emotional punch.

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Here at least, Latifah has only two modes: heavily constipated and sass-tastic.

If you had three weeks left to live, I wouldn't recommend you spend your precious time watching this.

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.

It's obvious where "Last Holiday" goes and at times it takes too long to get there, but watching Latifah work her style and spirit when she gets to the Grandhotel Pupp is pure enjoyment.

Not the worst movie ever made -- no thanks to Latifah.

A wish fulfilment fantasy dressed up with a shopping spree, a gorgeous mountain resort in Europe, a world class chef creating new menus every day, champagne, exotic massage and health spa, snow capped scenery and linen to die for

Wayne Wang keeps things on an even keel, with good supporting performances from LL Cool J as Latifah’s romantic interest, Timothy Hutton as a corporate villain and Alicia Witt as Hutton’s secretary/mistress.