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Strong craft, striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Wholesome and romantic
- Wholesome8
- Romance7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Some sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Situational Comedy6
- Satire & Parody5
World
History, society, and class and money
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and dialogue
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumWholesome and romantic
Emotionally, it's wholesome, romantic, and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumHistory, society, and class and money
Its world is built around history, society, and class and money.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
HighStandout performances and dialogue
The performances and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Every day's a holiday... when you're in love.
Johnny Case, a freethinking financier, has finally found the girl of his dreams — Julia Seton, the spoiled daughter of a socially prominent millionaire — and she's agreed to marry him. But when Johnny plans a holiday for the two to enjoy life while they are still young, his fiancée has other plans & that is for Johnny to work in her father's bank!
Classic Romantic ComedyScrewball HumorSocial SatireGolden Age of HollywoodClass ConflictSharp DialogueWhimsicalNostalgic
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Questions about Holiday
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Is Holiday worth watching?
89
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 90/100 (IMDb 7.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Holiday rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is Holiday?
1 h 37 min
Holiday runs 1 h 37 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Holiday?
Critics100
Audiences83
Not quite. Critics rate Holiday higher (100) than audiences (83). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Holiday in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Holiday?
60
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+46GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Holiday in 60 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Holiday use?
Fourth-Date MarriageDrowning My SorrowsDysfunctional FamilyUptown GirlRomantic ComedyGosh Darn It to Heck!Parental Marriage VetoAnywhere but Their LipsJacob and EsauSpiritual SuccessorSibling TriangleThe Confidantand 44 more
TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for Holiday, including Fourth-Date Marriage, Drowning My Sorrows, Dysfunctional Family.