Holiday Heart (2000)

He'll do anything in his power... to keep them together.

Holiday Heart (2000) poster

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.

Director: Robert Townsend
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 96 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Stephen James Taylor
Cinematography: Jan Kiesser
Editing: Sabrina Plisco
Production: MGM Television, Tribeca Productions, Showtime Networks
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

The Complexity of Mother-Daughter Bonds, Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Father-Son Conflict and Reconciliation

Keywords

drug dealer, drag queen, christianity, drug addiction, loss, police officer, gay parent, fatherhood, broken home, mother daughter relationship, gay theme

Trailer

Holiday Heart Trailer
More Films by Director: Robert Townsend
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Holiday Heart about?
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.
Who directed Holiday Heart?
Holiday Heart was directed by Robert Townsend.
Who stars in Holiday Heart?
Holiday Heart stars Ving Rhames, Alfre Woodard, Jesika Reynolds, Mykelti Williamson, Jonathan Wesley Wallace, Philip Maurice Hayes.
How long is Holiday Heart?
Holiday Heart has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
What genre is Holiday Heart?
Holiday Heart is a Drama, TV Movie film.
Where was Holiday Heart produced?
Holiday Heart was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Holiday Heart?
The themes of Holiday Heart include: The Complexity of Mother-Daughter Bonds, Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Father-Son Conflict and Reconciliation.