Synopsis
A curmudgeonly instructor at a New England school remains on campus during Christmas break. He soon forms an unlikely bond with a brainy but damaged troublemaker, and with the school's cook, a woman who just lost a son in the Vietnam War.
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The Holdovers
2023 English Movie
Comedy Drama
The Holdovers is a thoughtful, sweet and pleasantly heartwarming film whichfeels like an old warm hug My Score : 92/100 "The Holdovers" is a heartwarming tale of unlikely friendships. It's the kind of movie that lingers with you, gently nudging your conscience and leaving your heart a little fuller than before. The storyline is relatively straightforward, yet it's beautifully executed in a way that breathes a palpable life into each character and every scene.The film's setting, the 1970s, is captured with a sense of brilliance and authenticity that transport you back in time. The arcs of sensibility and chemistry between the characters grow on you as you watch their journey unfold. The film's runtime of 133 minutes feels like a swift, captivating journey rather than a drawn-out narrative. The powerful performances by the central leads, storytelling that feels personal, and the charming chemistry between the characters make this a wonderful Christmas film. 1. Heartwarming 1970s film: The film's setting, the 1970s, is captured with a sense of brilliance , subtlety and authenticity that transport you back in time. The film doesn't claim to be a comedy, but the subtle humour injected into the narrative adds a layer of charm and depth. 2. Compelling characters: The plot revolves around a cranky history teacher (Paul Giamatti), a troubled student, and a grieving cook. What starts as a friction-filled teacher-student relationship gradually evolves into an endearing friendship. The arcs of sensibility and chemistry between the characters grow on you as you watch their journey unfold. 3. Thoughtful Narrative : Holdovers is an heartwarming tale of unlikely friendship which carefully takes its characters and give them their own arcs. Its so sensible yet cheerful that you fall for the characters instantly as you spend some time with them. 4. Swift and engaging: The film's runtime of 133 minutes feels like a swift, captivating journey rather than a drawn-out narrative. Feels like a smooth buttery screenplay transporting you in the 1970s and you dont need to exercise your brains and enjoy a film. 5. Oscar-worthy performances: Paul Giamatti, in his portrayal of Paul Hunham, delivers a performance that is nothing short of magnetic. His brilliant acting justifies why he is often termed ingenious. He brings a depth to his character that feels authentic and relatable, making it easy for the audience to root for him. Dominic Tessa, as Angus Tully, encapsulates his character's loneliness, frustration, and excitement with a performance that is exceptional. He is a bright star in the making. Da'vine Joy equally supportive and well acted. Instagram and X : @streamgenx
This is the kind of film that you carry with yourself.It isn't an unfamiliar story, but it is remarkable how the film navigates the familiar trappings of a boarding school drama...
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This film will make you laugh it could make you cry but in the end I think whatit does best is make you smile.
It's a feel good drama set in 1970s.The movie gives you dead poet society vibes. The cinematography and performance from the cast is wonderful.watch it anyway
An old-style feel-good drama about a few loners bonding with each other, and itworked very well for me. If you want to feel happy and sad at the same time, then watch this.
It was just a beautiful warm hug on a cold night..Paul giamatti as Prof Hun ham has to take care of kids left behind for the holiday season during Xmas and to give them company...
'World is decay, Life is perception.'Easily the core idea of this beautiful craft is- even if the world is dying, it's all up to you how you handle this and what's your...
Here is a film that feels and looks like something out of the early seventies.The Holdovers is a strong and warm-hearted piece that gives actors roles with powerful lines,...
Streaming - VOD A feel good movie Set in 1970s with vintage lookingcinematography is like a warm hug this winter. It reminds me of the relationship between Matt Damon and Robin...
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Its refreshing , beautiful and kind of calmness in the world of instagramendless scrolling loop of reels. What makes it so impactful is its real locations and no work of CGI and...
It would be delightful if Paul Giamatti wins the Oscar for this one.It was surprising that this was not shot on film. It looked like it was. Loved the dynamic between all the...
Probably my new favourite Christmas movie.❤️
Like the unmistakeable fuzziness of film grain in the midst of countlessforgettable Instagram reels. Like the satisfying crackle of a vinyl record in the endless noise of Spotify...
“Thambi ramaiyah” from 'Saatai' turns of “Samuthirakani” from 'Appa' Shadesof 'Dead poets society' and a little of 'Spectacular now' can be felt. Felt like a warm hug 🤗
A transformative comedy.It made me laugh and it made me cry. The sweetness or their bond lingers, transforming both and everyone of us who watched them.
Love the scene where they show both characters are having depression.
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A classic feel good drama with beautiful performances from the lead cast.