The Holdovers 2023
“Discomfort and joy.”
What is The Holdovers?
The film "The Holdovers" is set at a New England prep school. A teacher is required to stay on campus during the Christmas break to care for a small group of students who do not have a place to go during the holiday.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2023
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 133 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 27, 2023
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Miramax, Gran Via Productions
- Budget
- $13,000,000
- Revenue
- $42,513,270
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
The film "The Holdovers" is set at a New England prep school. A teacher is required to stay on campus during the Christmas break to care for a small group of students who do not have a place to go during the holiday. The teacher is described as a curmudgeonly instructor. While on campus, the teacher forms a connection with one of the students, who is portrayed as a damaged and intelligent troublemaker. The teacher also develops a bond with the school's head cook, who has recently experienced a personal loss. The cook's son has died in Vietnam. The story revolves around the relationships and interactions between the teacher and the students he is caring for during the Christmas break.
Should you watch it?
“An unpopular teacher and a troubled student form an unexpected connection while stranded at school during Christmas.”
- strong character development
- thoughtful storytelling
- slow-paced narrative
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven dramas set in academic environments.
The film is rated R and deals with themes of grief and personal struggle.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the genre of the film?
The film is categorized as both a drama and a comedy.
When was the film released in the US?
The film was released in the United States on October 27, 2023.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 13 minutes.
Where does the story take place?
The story is set at a New England prep school.
Who are the primary characters?
The story focuses on a curmudgeonly instructor, a troubled student, and the school head cook.