There’s always a tingle of excitement when a film studio decides to mix things up in terms of movie promotions. This is well exemplified by the iconic trailer for renowned director Alexander Payne’s new drama-comedy, “The Holdovers.”
“The Holdovers” weaves an enchanting tale captured in the trailer of a teacher who is tasked to stay back during the winter break at a prestigious prep school to look after a solitary student with nowhere to go. They are joined by the head cook, the trio forming an unconventional, makeshift family. What makes the trailer stand out from a marketing perspective is the delightfully retro, distinctly ’70s/’80s vibe it captures, echoing the period setting of the movie, providing a breath of fresh air in a sea of often-predictable film promotions.
The strong cast line-up includes Paul Giamatti, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, and relative newcomer Dominic Sessa. Director Alexander Payne has helmed the project based on a screenplay by David Hemingson.
Set for a select release on November 3, with wider distribution coming a week later, the unparalleled charm of “The Holdovers” is bound to captivate moviegoers.
Here’s a brief look at the plot: In “The Holdovers”, Payne narrates the unique story of a grumpy instructor (played by Paul Giamatti) at a New England prep school who, during Christmas break, is obliged to stay back in order to care for the students who couldn’t leave. In time, he forms an unusual bonding with a rather complex student (portrayed by Dominic Sessa) and the school’s chief cook, a role essayed by Da’Vine Joy Randolph, who is grieving the loss of her son in Vietnam.
