This is really a great movie! It's part comedy, part drama and murder mystery, with some good music thrown in.

The excellent script has some very touching moments. A perfect cast includes Kathy Bates, Rupert Everett, Dan Ackroyd and Jonathan Pryce.

There are even some surprise real-life celebrities who turn up playing themselves.

Quirky and totally original, this one's a winner all the way!

I picked up this movie because it's one of the few non "R" movies made recently. It sat on my coffee table for several days as I wondered what it would be like. Finally I decided to play it, thinking that at worst I could always turn it off. But it was WONDERFUL! Kathy Bates is fantastic, wistful, sincere and I was drawn into her life. Rupert Everett plays his role with that quirky manner that won me over in An Ideal Husband and My Best Friend's Wedding. I'd never seen Ms. Eaton before but although I winced at her language a bit (yeah, I'm old fashioned) I thought she was terrific too. And, speaking of the word "terrific", seeing Julie Andrews send herself up made me laugh out loud. All in all, I enjoyed the movie thoroughly!

I watched this movie last night. I was kind of down, but this movie made me laugh outloud. It just coming up with more and more bazaar things. There were a ton of big stars. I wonder why I never saw it in the theatres. If you want just a funny - funny movie, watch this one.

I was trapped!!! I was over at my Mother's house and at the last moment, in a state of absolute resignation, I agreed to watch this movie. Before I came over I heard her relay the brief synopsis of the film over the phone and I was expecting a ridiculous yarn filled with ridiculous characters. It has all that, but it is more often than not surprisingly entertaining. Kathy Bates is the brightest star here and she portrays her "homemaker" character with great subtelty and depth, making her instantly likeable. Rupert Everett shows up about a third of the way into the film and is just one of the many character actors in this film that shine upon arrival. The major flaws appear when the viewer starts thinking too much. In fact, sometimes thinking at all will ruin a scene. For instance(s), there are some great moments when characters break out in song. Even though the scene calls for singing to occur it is still very refreshing amid all the crazy and far-fetched plotting circling around. Kathy Bates sings! She has more than just a pleasant voice. I was often impressed. She carries this film, being the proverbial "heart" of the story, but the entire cast is superb. There are even a few cameo appearances including Barry Manilow and Julie Andrews. This movie is completely unbelievable, but overall, it is a surprising and entertaining film. Recommended.

Not since "A Fish Called Wanda" has there been a perfect blending of American and British comedy all into one movie. "Unconditional Love" is a film worth your time and money to watch. The essential theme to "Unconditional love" is all about the need to be loved and accepted. Why this movie never made it to theater release is beyond me as this movie made me laugh, shed a tear or two, and overall feel good about myself. The only regret I experienced with this movie was discovering that it's wonderful soundtrack sang by the multi-talented Jonathan Pryce with his handsome singing voice, was never released. A lost for Pryce's fans.

Anyway, if you are an admirer of Kathy Bates, Dan Aykroyd, Rupert Everett, Jonathan Pryce, Julie Andrews, Lynn Redgrave, and Barry Manilow, then don't miss a chance to view this nearly lost gem of a movie.