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Holy Days

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In times like these, we’ll take salvation where ever we may find it, and where better than in the form of a nuns-on-the-road comedy? After his mom passes, Brian (Elijah Tamati) is comforted by Sisters Agnes, Luke and Mary Clare (Judy Davis, Miriam Margolyes and Jacki Weaver, respectively). The quirky quartet hit the road, Blues Brothers style, to save their convent from being sold to a property developer.

 

Jun 5: Q&A with director Nat Boltt

 

The definitive feel-good film of 2026 so far… Incredibly funny, but it’s also a poignant meditation on loss, the importance of embracing change, and the power of found family.

Ben Glidden, Film Threat

Director

Nat Boltt

Cast

Judy Davis, Miriam Margolyes, Jacki Weaver, Elijah Tamati

Credits
Country of Origin

Canada/NZ

Year

2025

Language

English

19+
95 min

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Credits

Producer

Emma Slade, Michelle Morris, Victoria Dabbs, Roxi Bull, Sushant Desai

Screenwriter

Nat Boltt

Cinematography

Thomas Burstyn

Editor

Carly Turner

Original Music

Karl Solve Steven

Production Design

John Harding

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