Young Brian (Elijah Tamati) has never quite overcome the death of his mother two years ago, and has since become a bit of a problem child, especially since his dad (Craig Hall) has gotten engaged to another woman, Liz (Nat Boltt), whom he has decided to hate- Now Brian's dad doesn't know how to handle this, so for penance he sends Brian to the convent next door every now and again, where the three last, elderly nuns (Jacki Weaver, Miriam Margolyes, Judy Davis), who make up (usually very light) punishments for him. Thing is, Brian starts to enjoy his time with the nuns, so much so that he every now and again makes up his own "sins", just to pay the nuns another visit. Then though the nuns receive that their nunnery is sold off to a land developer by the Bishop (John Bach) and they are sent to a retirement home. Now the nuns can't let them happen so they steal the priest's (Jonny Brugh) for a cross country trip to the woman (Tanea Heke) who actually has the deed to the convent - and somehow Brian hitches his way along on this very unusual ride ...

So ok, there's nothing in the least controversial about this film, it's just a sweet road trip comedy (with its sad parts) that can be watched by young and old alike, and while it cares its religious subtext, this is never really rushed onto the audience either. Instead, this film is best just described as "sweet" - but that doesn''t mean the film doesn't still manage to entertain, as while playing it relatively safe, the film at least features some fun colourful characters, especially in the three nuns, who are also embodied by first rate actresses, and presents the viewer with some fun situational comedy. So as long as you know what you're getting into with this one, it can be very entertaining, too.

Holy Days will be in UK and Irish cinemas starting August 14th, 2026.

review © by Mike Haberfelner

 

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