<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">The Holdovers, also known as The Holdovers in Arabic, is one of the most prominent American films produced in 2023, specifically in the cinemas of the United States of America on October 27, 2023. It was able to acquire a large fan base inside and outside America thanks to its exciting story and events that combine drama and comedy in an exciting and interesting way that attracted everyone's attention and kept their eyes on it from beginning to end. Follow us to learn more details.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Connect with your favorite stars easier and faster with a special <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sbsial.com/ar">social networking app</a> that lets you exchange messages and photos with ease.</p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187, 48%, 51%);">The Holdovers movie story</span></h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The Holdovers, a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sbisiali.com/ar/news/article/list-of-the-best-foreign-films-from-classics-to-the-latest-releases">foreign</a> film that ran for about two and a quarter hours (135 minutes), tells the story of a strict teacher named Paul Hunham, who is not loved or respected by his students. However, the New Year's holiday brings him an unexpected surprise when he meets a mischievous student named Agnus, and their relationship gradually changes and develops into an unusual friendship. All of this comes within the context of drama mixed with hints of comedy, excitement, and suspense. The story is not limited to the relationship between the teacher and his students only, but rather focuses on the meanings of more important works and topics such as prejudice, isolation, and the human need for appreciation and acceptance. It also discussed the importance of human communication, personal change, and the importance of unexpected friendships that can open doors to healing and maturity. Therefore, the film caught the attention of millions of audiences from various countries around the world at different age levels. </p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1080/552;" src="https://cdn.sbisiali.com/news/images/078ed1ec-b6f2-4fb8-94d8-a86099a20ed3.jpeg" alt="The Holdovers"></figure><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187, 48%, 51%);">The Holdovers cast</span></h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Here is the cast and crew that worked on The Holdovers, and they played a major role in the success of the film and its release in this distinctive way. This is due to their strong and exceptional performance, their unique and unique talent, and their superior abilities in presenting various artistic works, whether cinematic, television, or even theatrical, with merit and mastery. They are:</p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Paul Giamatti as Paul Hunham.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Dominic Sessa as Agnus.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Davine Joy Randolph as Mary.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Tati Donovan as Stanley.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Carrie Preston as Lydia Crane.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Gillian Vigman as Jody.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Oscar Wahlberg as Pinball.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Michael Provost as Jason Smith.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Brady Hebner as Teddy.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Darby Lilly Lee Stack as Elise.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Colleen Clinton as Ms. Kavanaugh.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Kelly Khaleesi as Megan.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Greg Chopurian.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Oliver Spenceman.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Rina Maleszewski.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Jim Boyd.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Written by David Hemingson and Herb Alpert.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Directed by Alexander Payne.</li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Discover the most beautiful <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sbsial.com/ar/features/celebrity-collectibles">celebrity collectibles</a> through Special, which showcases the most famous items owned by stars and celebrities around the world.</p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187, 48%, 51%);">The Holdovers movie revenue</span></h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The Holdovers was a box office hit, grossing $45.4 million, with $20.4 million in domestic (USA and Canada) and $25 million in international (all other countries).</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The film opened with $211,000 in its opening weekend across six theaters and gradually expanded to millions of dollars. It also saw a significant jump in revenue after being nominated for several Academy Awards, with its revenue increasing by 586% in a single week. </p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:787/765;" src="https://cdn.sbisiali.com/news/images/5a824919-02ca-4da1-83c6-629064fe4158.jpeg" alt="The Holdovers"></figure><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187, 48%, 51%);">Movie Reviews</span></h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The Holdovers received high reviews from critics and millions of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sbisiali.com/ar/news/article/best-foreign-films-2024-an-impressive-list-that-captivates-audiences-and-critics">fans.</a> On Rotten Tomatoes (a review aggregator website), it holds a 97% rating based on 360 reviews, with an average score of 8.5/10. On Metacritic, the film received a score of 82 out of 100 from 61 critics, indicating widespread approval. Audiences polled by CinemScore gave the film an average rating of A on a scale of A+ to F, while those polled by PostTrak gave it an overall positive rating of 80%.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The site's critics unanimously praised the film, describing it as a blend of sweetness and bitterness, and a satisfying return for director Alexander Payne.</p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187, 48%, 51%);">Viewers and critics' opinions on The Holdovers</span></h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> As for the opinions of viewers and critics on the movie "The Holdovers", they were mixed, but a very large number of critics and audiences praised its attractive and innovative idea, its enjoyable narrative style, its exciting style, and the strong and realistic acting performances, especially those of star Paul Giamatti and star DaVine Joy Randolph. However, others criticized it for its plot and lack of depth.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Follow <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sbsial.com/ar/features/exclusive-content">exclusive content that</a> you can't find anywhere else, and enjoy benefits you can't miss with Special, the world's most popular site. </p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1015/863;" src="https://cdn.sbisiali.com/news/images/16a9f34a-c945-46b1-b231-02d7ccc95477.jpeg" alt="The Holdovers"></figure><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="color:hsl(187, 48%, 51%);">Awards won by The Holdovers</span></h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The Holdovers movie won many different awards, most notably:</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Paul Giamatti won a Golden Globe Award last year for Best Actor in a Comedy Series for his role in the film.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Star Daphne Joy Randolph won the Golden Globe Award that same year for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Film, in addition to receiving an award at the 77th BAFTA Awards.</p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Won Best Casting Award.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Daphne Joy Randolph won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> As for the nominations he received, they are:</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> In 2024, the film was nominated for an award at the 77th BAFTA Awards for Best Comedy Film.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> It was also nominated for the 96th Academy Award for Best Picture.</li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> In conclusion, The Holdovers is a fascinating, dramatic, and comedic film that blends sadness and warmth in a Christmas atmosphere, making it a wonderful and distinctive choice for fans of this genre.</p>