The Holdovers - Reviews

...there’s something about The Holdovers and its misty-eyed melancholy that feels worth adding to the rotation.

Alexander Payne returns to form with a sharp, witty, and warm Christmas movie.

...there’s something magical about a film that encourages empathy, especially when it asks much of us.

Alexander Payne cozies up to the past in the delightful, nuanced The Holdovers.

Though tinged with sadness - be prepared to shed a tear - it’s sure to become a feel-good, festive favourite.

The star gives an awards-worthy performance as a teacher forced to look after pupils over the Christmas break in this terrific period piece.

...the most scintillating festive movie in years.

A warm reunion for Alexander Payne and Paul Giamatti.

Hilarious and heartfelt, it’s a tale to be treasured.

...a consistently smart, funny movie about people that are easy to root for and like ones we know.