The Holdovers (2023) — Screenplay
A cranky history teacher stuck at a boarding school over the holidays must mentor a troubled student, leading both to face their pasts and change their futures.
- Written by
- David Hemingson
- Genre
- Comedy, Drama
- Studio
- Miramax, CAA Media Finance
- Length
- 108 pages
This character-driven dramedy excels in its razor-sharp dialogue and slow-burn relationship between two stubborn outsiders. Study how Hemingson builds tension through quiet scenes and uses the winter setting to mirror emotional isolation, creating a compelling arc where both leads earn their transformation.
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