I've been to a lot of movies, but I experienced something new when I sat down to watch Julie & Julia. A good 30 minutes or more into watching the film, I realized I'd been smiling the entire time—and I didn't stop. Sure, this isn't a rip-roaring comedy, but Julia Child's personality, her (lemon) zest and enthusiasm for life made me grin like a Cheshire cat.
Julie & Julia is based on two true stories. Julia Child and Julie Powell are separated by decades, but their lives become intertwined with a common love for food and cooking.
The film briefly chronicles Julia's life before she becomes the person we know: the chef, cookbook author and television personality.
