The Holdovers

An unruly student, a curmudgeon teacher, and a grieving cafeteria worker are forced to hold over for the holidays. Trapped together for two weeks, the teacher and student are forced to learn from one another and realize they have more in common than they imagined. Reflecting upon their lives, they take this opportunity to learn from one another and change their lives.

An engaging coming-of-age dramedy that shows there is no specific age at which someone can discover themselves. Unlike traditional coming-of-age movies, both protagonists see themselves in each other and use what they learn to change their outlook on life. The film has a mixture of comedy and heavy moments, spread evenly so as not to burden the viewer emotionally. It is a good watch for anyone looking for a different type of holiday movie this season.