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And the winner should be… our film critics reveal their personal Oscars shortlists

Ahead of the official Academy nominations on Tuesday, Observer critics and film writers choose their standout movies, performances, directors and more

The Guardian - UK

The Holdovers review – a masterclass in melancholy with Paul Giamatti and Da’Vine Joy Randolph

Sideways director Alexander Payne reunites with that film’s star for a 70s-set tale of a boarding school’s Christmas holiday left-behinds that’s as achingly sharp as it is funny

The Guardian - UK

The Holdovers sequel poster sparks speculation of European Vacation!

The Holdovers, a heartwarming Christmas classic, imagines a hypothetical sequel in the style of National Lampoon's Vacation, sparking excitement among fans.

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Oppenheimer beats Barbie as Bafta nominations announced

Christopher Nolan looks set to win his first Bafta as atomic biopic bags 13 nominations compared to Barbie’s five – while Lily Gladstone and Andrew Scott are overlooked

The Guardian - UK

The Holdovers review – brilliant Paul Giamatti hits the happy/sad sweet spot

Alexander Payne's story of a cantankerous teacher holed up for Christmas with a wayward teen and the school cook is expertly told with gentle, grownup comedy

The Guardian - UK

The Holdovers’ Dominic Sessa: ‘Everyone’s like, don’t become a celebrity – stay who you are’

A chance audition – and a broken femur – led to a role in Alexander Payne’s boarding school drama The Holdovers, and the debut of a lifetime. Its star’s next ambition? To be in movies without becoming famous

The Guardian - UK

Why is Christmas movie The Holdovers being released in January?

Alexander Payne's new film The Holdovers, which recently bagged two of its stars Golden Globes, it set over Christmas, but is strangely being release a month later

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The Best Da'Vine Joy Randolph Movies And TV Shows And How To Watch

Fans of The Holdovers should check out our other picks for the best Da'Vine Joy Randolph movies and TV shows, too.

Cinemablend

Actor Da’Vine Joy Randolph: ‘Eddie Murphy taught me to pace myself – don’t blow your wad’

The Golden Globe-winning star of The Holdovers on sparring with comedy greats, switching from opera to acting, and cooking as therapy

The Guardian - UK

Directors Guild Nominates Nolan, Gerwig, and Scorsese for Top Award

Discover the nominees for the top award at the 76th DGA Awards. Christopher Nolan, Greta Gerwig, and Martin Scorsese are among the contenders. Find out mor...

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Paul Giamatti spotted celebrating Golden Globes win with trip to fast food chain

‘Holdovers’ actor was ‘clapped’ by customers as he ate his burger wearing a tux, with his trophy on the table

The Independent UK

'Oppenheimer' dominates Golden Globes as 'Poor Things' upsets 'Barbie' in comedy

If awards season has been building toward a second match-up of Barbenheimer, this round went to Oppenheimer. It also won best director, best drama actor, best supporting actor and for best score.

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‘If no one flies, they won’t give you the money’: Alexander Payne on Marvel, misfits and making movies

The director’s latest picture, The Holdovers, is a bittersweet evocation of 70s cinema. He reflects on how Hollywood has changed, how he dealt with a box office flop – and the meaning of success

The Guardian - UK

Da’Vine Joy Randolph Is a Tour de Force in 'The Holdovers'

The actress shares how embodying generations of Black women, including those in her own family, helped craft her role in Alexander Payne’s latest film.

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Tom’s Guide

5 best movies to watch this weekend on Prime Video, Peacock and Hulu

Not sure what to watch this weekend? Catch The Flash, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and more great movie night hits that just landed on streaming.

WhatToWatch

What to Watch's Top 10 movies of 2023 ranked

What to Watch’s movie experts look back at the movies that we won’t forget, from a Christopher Nolan epic to intimate dramas and plenty of movies in between.

The Guardian - US

Best movies of 2023 in the US: No 4 – The Holdovers

Paul Giamatti leads a winning trio in Alexander Payne’s bittersweet Christmas-set crowd-pleaser that harks back to the very best films of the 1970s

The Independent UK

Best movies of 2023: 'Oppenheimer,' 'Fallen Leaves,' 'May December'

Associated Press film writers Lindsey Bahr and Jake Coyle have named their best movies of 2023

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The Independent UK

'Killers of the Flower Moon' named best film of 2023 by National Board of Review

“Killers of the Flower Moon” was named the best film of the year by the National Board of Review, adding to the early awards-season haul of Martin Scorsese’s Osage epic

The Independent UK

'Past Lives,' 'May December' and 'American Fiction' lead Spirit Award nominations

Celine Song’s “Past Lives,” Todd Haynes’ “May December” and Cord Jefferson’s “American Fiction” got a leading five nominations, including best feature, from the Film Independent Spirit Awards

The Independent UK

20 years after 'Sideways,' Paul Giamatti may finally land his first Oscar nomination

“The Holdovers" marks the long-in-coming reunion of Paul Giamatti and director Alexander Payne, 20 years after “Sideways.”

Cinemablend

Alexander Payne Interview | Reuniting With Paul Giamatti, 'Sideways' Anniversary Plans & More

Director Alexander Payne joins ReelBlend to discuss his reunion with Paul Giamiatti for their new film, "The Holdovers."

Cinemablend

Paul Giamatti On Playing Characters That Are ‘Hungover All The Time’ In Sideways And The Holdovers

Paul Giamatti and Alexander Payne have reunited for The Holdovers, and his character has one very familiar trait.

Tom’s Guide

The Holdovers streaming date: When will it be available to watch?

Here's when you may be able to stream The Holdovers, an Oscar-worthy movie starring Paul Giamatti that is impressing critics and audiences alike.

The Guardian - US

Nostalgia has consumed pop culture but The Holdovers does something special

Alexander Payne’s Oscar-tipped 1970-set comedy drama pays tribute to the time, as if it were made back then, without falling into pastiche

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