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The Holdovers
The Holdovers
Discomfort and joy.
7.8
2023
•
2h 13m
Drama
Comedy
Director
Alexander Payne
Starring Roles
Paul Giamatti, Dominic Sessa, Da'Vine Joy Randolph
Synopsis
A curmudgeonly instructor at a New England prep school is forced to remain on campus during Christmas break to babysit the handful of students with nowhere to go. Eventually, he forms an unlikely bond with one of them — a damaged, brainy troublemaker — and with the school’s head cook, who has just lost a son in Vietnam.
Cast
Paul Giamatti, Dominic Sessa, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Carrie Preston, Brady Hepner, Ian Dolley, Jim Kaplan, Michael Provost, Andrew Garman, Naheem Garcia
Editor's note
Alexander Payne's The Holdovers brings a touching narrative set in a New England prep school, where Paul Giamatti's portrayal of a curmudgeonly instructor shines amidst a story of unlikely bonds and personal growth. With its blend of humor and heart, the film delicately navigates through themes of mentorship and the passage of time, showcasing Payne's skillful direction and a compelling script.
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