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Release Year2000
Runtime1h 36m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationR
GenresDrama, TV Movie
Votes23
DirectorRobert Townsend
WritersRobert Townsend
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsHoliday Heart
About Holiday Heart
After losing his police officer lover, Christian drag queen Holiday Heart meets 12-year-old Niki and her drug-addicted mother, Wanda. Heart finds relief from heartache and a renewed sense of purpose when he steps in as a father figure to Niki and welcomes the two women into his life. But when Wanda becomes romantically involved with her drug dealer, Silas, it may endanger Niki and threaten to destroy the makeshift family.
Directed by Robert Townsend, Holiday Heart leans on a strong ensemble — Ving Rhames, Alfre Woodard, Jesika Reynolds — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2000.
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