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A curmudgeonly boarding school teacher, Paul Hunham, is forced to remain on campus during Christmas break to supervise students who have nowhere to go. He reluctantly forms an unlikely bond with a troubled teenager, Angus Tully, and the school's head cook, Mary Lamb, who is grieving the loss of her son in Vietnam. Together, they navigate their shared loneliness and find unexpected connections during the holidays.

The Holdovers was met with widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its performances, writing, and direction, often being praised as a modern classic with a nostalgic feel.

• Praised for its heartwarming story and character development.

• Paul Giamatti's performance as the curmudgeonly teacher was widely lauded.

• Lauded for its authentic portrayal of loneliness and connection during the holidays.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's heartwarming and poignant story, with many praising the stellar performances and nostalgic, character-driven narrative. The emotional depth and unexpected humor resonated strongly.

Won Best Supporting Actress (Da'Vine Joy Randolph) at the Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and BAFTA Awards. Nominated for Best Picture and Best Actor (Paul Giamatti) at the Academy Awards.

The film was inspired by the 1970s independent film 'The Holdovers' directed by Hal Ashby.