# The Holdovers (2023)

> During a lonely 1970 Christmas break, an abrasive teacher, a stranded student, and a grieving cook discover unexpected solidarity at a New England boarding school.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/598623

## Facts

- Runtime: 133 min
- Genres: Drama, Comedy
- Director: Alexander Payne
- Cast: Paul Giamatti, Dominic Sessa, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Carrie Preston, Brady Hepner, Ian Dolley, Jim Kaplan, Michael Provost
- TMDB rating: 7.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14849194/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, melancholic, warm, christmas viewing, winter weekend

## Synopsis

A grumpy teacher finds unexpected connections during a lonely holiday season.

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