Review of Nothing Like the Holidays (2008) by Dyann M — 17 Nov 2009

A great family story! something the whole family will enjoy!

This review of Nothing Like the Holidays (2008) was written by Dyann M on 17 Nov 2009.

Nothing Like the Holidays has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Felix Vasquez Jr. (1,949) for Cinema Crazed (1,907) on 14 Dec 2010

I swell with pride at this film as it's a respectable and thoroughly entertaining exploration of the bonds of a tightly knit large Puerto Rican…

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They call that comedy? Much more drama than comedy in this film. There are funny moments, many. The storyline is sweet and lovely…

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By Brandy Mcdonnell (170) for The Oklahoman (170) on 12 Aug 2018

Genuineness proves the saving grace of Nothing Like the Holidays. The cast feels like a real family gathered for the holiday…

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By Aaron S (1,130) on 10 Feb 2011

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My pleasure in seeing Chicago's underexposed Humboldt Park neighborhood on-screen was gradually overcome by this indie drama's cliched treatment…

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By Michael T (3,420) on 25 Apr 2010

This movie was very slow and dull. It's comparable to other family Xmas but this time it's about Puerto Ricans…

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