Cole Porter's amazing musical output it well represented in this colourful adaptation of his life and work. The storyline threading through it is highly original and it was good to see modern interpreters of his songs trying their hand at some 'real' music. Only two were found wanting. Elvis Costello is a matter of acquired taste - which I haven't acquired - and Cheryl Crowe is truly awful and worth using your remote fast forward for the 3 minutes she's on. The rest are fine and it is such an enjoyable film in all other respects.

Cole Porter, who gave the world many memorable songs, is perfectly portrayed by Kevin Kline. Ashley Judd is wonderful as his wife and mentor. Top stars deliver the songs. This is classy film, based on their facinating life story, is thoroughly watchable. The extras are packed with masses of background. I watched it 10 times already! Absolutely terrific and deserves 5 stars.