Meryl's performance was spot on -- capturing all of the sweet quirkiness of Julia Child. Stanley Tucci shines in his role as adoring husband. Very touching story. The other half of the movie, with the modern-day character Julie and her blog, was not nearly as enchanting, but then again -- how could it be? Next to Meryl, even diamonds seem bland. Good laughs, amazing food, endearing - grab a girlfriend and go!