Those who stay behind
The Holdovers is a 2023 American comedy film directed by Alexander Payne and written by David Hemingson. The story is set in the New England boarding school Barton Academy in the winter of 1970 and early 1971. The protagonist Paul Giamatti plays Paul Hunnam, a strict classics teacher.
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The film premiered at the 50th Telluride Film Festival on August 31, 2023, and was released in the United States on October 27, 2023, thanks to Focus Features. People loved it so much that it made $38 million. The National Board of Review and the American Film Institute considered it one of the top ten films of 2023. It also won two awards at the Golden Globes and the BAFTAs, with Da’Vine Joy Randolph winning Best Supporting Actress. The film received five nominations at the 96th Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
The story is set at Barton College in December 1970, where Professor Paul Hannam’s strict teaching causes some problems. As a punishment, he must watch over five students during the Christmas holidays, including Angus Tully and the canteen manager Mary Lamb. The film follows their time together, such as a trip to Boston, Angus’s family problems, and a visit to Angus’s father in the hospital.
There is a New Year’s Eve celebration at the end of the film. But in January 1971, Angus gets in trouble for visiting his father without permission and faces being fired. Although Hunnam is fired, he takes responsibility and Angus is able to stay at Barton. The film ends with Hunnam and Angus saying goodbye, showing how their time together made a huge impact.
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At the end of The Holdovers, the story ends with a truly moving and important moment involving the problem student Angus and his strict teacher Hunham.
Throughout the film, Angus and Hunnam unexpectedly become close during Christmas vacation. The most touching part of the film occurs when Hunnam decides to take the blame for their trip to Boston. Sadly, this choice results in him being fired from his teaching position.
Although this decision has serious consequences for Hunnam’s career, it demonstrates his concern for Angus and the positive influence he has on this troubled student. This strongly confirms the strong bond and teacher-student relationship that has been established between the two characters.
The ending is called “perfect” because even though it might not be what you expected, it is indeed very emotionally strong and satisfying. The sacrifice Hunnam makes for Angus highlights the deep emotional connection and personal growth they experience together throughout the film.
All in all, the ending of Left Behind is likely to leave you feeling warm and grateful for the characters and their journeys. It shows that sometimes, the most meaningful moments come from unexpected connections and the sacrifices we make for the people we care about.
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Left behind actors
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Features |
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Paul Giamatti |
Paul Hannam |
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Dominic Cesar |
Angustali |
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Davion Joy Randolph |
Mary Lamb |
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Carrie Preston |
Miss Lydia Crane |
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Brady Hepner |
Teddy Koontz |
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Ian Dooley |
Alex Alleman |
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Jim Kaplan |
Park Ye-jun |
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Michael Provost |
Jason Smith |
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Andrew Garman |
Dr. Hardy Woodrup |
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Nasim Garcia |
Danny |
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Stephen Thorne |
Thomas Tully |
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Jillian Wiegman |
Judy Klotfelter |
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Tate Donovan |
Stanley Klotfelter |
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Darby Lily Lee Stark |
Elise |
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Kelly Aucoin |
Hugh Cavanaugh |
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Dan Eide |
Kenneth |
The Remainers release date
The film was screened to a special audience on September 11, 2022. The next day, Focus Features reportedly acquired distribution rights for $30 million. The film was originally scheduled to be released in theaters on November 10, 2023, followed by a full release on November 22, but the release plan was adjusted.
The film was brought forward to limited release on October 27, and released nationwide on November 10. The film was released in the UK on January 19, 2024.
The Holdovers premiered at the 50th Telluride Film Festival on August 31, 2023. It then screened at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival on September 10, 2023, where it was runner-up for the People’s Choice Award.
The film is also part of the 28th Busan International Film Festival’s “Icon” section and will be screened on October 7, 2023. The film’s distribution journey began with early screenings for buyers and eventually released in the United States and the United Kingdom, showcasing the film’s journey from acquisition to its debut at the festival.
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Legacy
In the late 1970s, there was a teacher named Paul Hannum at Barton College. He was not very popular because he graded students very harshly and was very stubborn. Trouble started when he gave a failing grade to a senator’s son, causing him to lose his college acceptance letter. As punishment, he had to take care of five students who couldn’t go home for the holidays, including a guy named Angus Tully. Angus had to cancel a family trip and live with Mary Lamb, the cafeteria manager, whose son had been killed in the Vietnam War.
Although Hennam makes the students study and exercise, they do not enjoy it. When one of the students’ rich dad takes everyone on a trip, Angus is unable to get permission and has to stay with Hennam and Mary. Angus hurts his shoulder, but he lies about what happened.
At the Christmas party, things get tense. Hunnam is upset about it all and plans a trip to Boston. During the trip to Boston, Angus and Hunnam get to know each other better. Angus reveals that his father has mental health issues, and Hunnam reveals a secret from his past.
Later, Angus wanted to visit his father, and Hunnam followed him, thinking it was to the cemetery. It turned out that Angus’s father was in a mental hospital. Afterwards, they celebrated New Year’s Eve together.
In January, Angus got in trouble for visiting his father without permission. Hunnam took the blame and was fired, but he made sure Angus stayed at Barton. The film ends with a touching moment, showing how their time together had a huge impact.
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Sequel viewing address
For those eager to watch, the film is available to rent on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and YouTube. Peacock subscribers can also watch The Holdovers exclusively. Additionally, the film will be released in the UK on January 19, 2024, giving audiences another chance to experience its magic.
The Holdovers is a 2023 American comedy-drama film directed by Alexander Payne and written by David Hemingson. Set in the winter of 1970 and early 1971 at the New England boarding school Barton Academy, the film stars Paul Giamatti as Paul Hunnam, a strict classics teacher. The film premiered at the 50th Telluride Film Festival on August 31, 2023, and was subsequently released in the United States on October 27, 2023 by Focus Features.
The film received positive reviews, grossed $38 million at the box office, and received numerous accolades, including a nomination for the 96th Academy Awards. The story follows Professor Paul Hunnam of Barton College, whose strict style leads him to supervise five students during Christmas break, including Angus Tully and cafeteria manager Mary Lamb.
The storyline explores their interactions, from the trip to Boston to Angus’s family challenges to his visit to his father in a mental hospital. The film ends with New Year’s Eve celebrations, but things get complicated in January 1971 when Angus jeopardizes his stay in Patton with an unauthorized visit to his father.
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Despite being fired, Hunnam took responsibility and kept Angus on. Although Oscar nominations have not yet been confirmed, “Remaining” has received good recognition with eight Critics’ Choice Awards and four Independent Spirit Award nominations.
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