Ayala Malls Cinemas is hosting the exclusive premiere of "The Holdovers" in the Philippines today, February 21, offering movie enthusiasts a chance to experience award-winning cinema firsthand.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Alexander Payne and featuring a stellar cast, including Paul Giamatti, newcomer Dominic Sessa, and Da'Vine Joy Randolph, "The Holdovers" tells the story of a grumpy instructor who forms an unlikely bond with a troubled student during Christmas break.

With a 97-percent Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film has garnered praise for its smart humor and touching portrayal of characters.

The Holdovers is arguably Payne's "most emotional movie," says producer Mark Johnson ("Rain Man," "Breaking Bad"). As expected, the film has been nominated for several Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay. It already won two Golden Globe Awards, for Giamatti and Randolph.

Distributed by Universal Pictures International, "The Holdovers" is available exclusively in Ayala Malls Cinemas, which are designed and maintained to ensure viewing comfort. Featuring plush seating and generous legroom, coupled with cutting-edge laser projections for sharper images and top-notch Dolby Sound and Dolby Atmos technologies to enhance audio depth, moviegoers are in for an exceptional cinematic experience.

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