I know I might lose some credibility with the X Chromosome Clan but I really liked "Julie and Julia", more than I did "District 9". Though the film isn't flawless and is very slight and basically a pure confection, I found it thoroughly enjoyable and a fun time at the theater. (Although I have to admit to being kinda in love with Amy Adams so I probably would have enjoyed watching her sitting and reading a cookbook to herself.)

Meryl Streep is amazing as Julia Child. The thing that sets her apart from all other actors alive is that she always disappears into her roles. She is arguably the greatest living actor because you rarely see her at all. She doesn't make a show of her own performance and that's what makes her so watchable. As much as I adore Adams, Streep is just on a different level.

All that being said, there's really no reason to see this film in the theater. It's a nice film but it's nothing that you have to rush out and see. If you want to see a fun movie, it might be the best thing out right now but, again, it's not the kind of film that you can't just wait for on video. Of course, there is the argument that people should support these films so more of them are made and so studios don't just churn out drivel like GI Joe. So if you want to strike a blow for warm-hearted, likable films, go see it. If you gave at the office, then just toss it on your Netflix queue.

There is one more thing, though. While I liked the film for the light diversion that it was, there was a big issue with the ending (spoilers ahead).