About Thanksgiving Grubdown

"Thanksgiving Grubdown" is a heartwarming movie released in 2019. The movie centers on a disjointed family who find themselves stuck with each other on Thanksgiving Day. As the day unfolds with chaotic cooking mishaps and blunt family confrontations, they ultimately remember the value of family connections and express gratitude.

Making / Production

The movie was shot mostly in New York City, capturing the chilly essence of the November month, and was produced by "Windy Movies". A key highlight of the production was the emphasis placed on the authenticity of the setting and the warmth that Thanksgiving brings into American homes.

Actors

• John Goodman as Robert. Goodman brilliantly portrays a grumpy yet lovable grandfather who surprises his family when he demands everyone to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving meal together.
• Sarah Jessica Parker as Ella. Sarah is convincing as the overly stressed, well-intentioned matriarch who tries to keep her eccentric family together.
• Timothée Chalamet as Timmy. He wonderfully plays the role of a rebellious teenager who, throughout the movie, learns to appreciate his family and understand the true spirit of Thanksgiving.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was the first movie to be shot at the newly built 'Cobblestone Studios'.
• The turkey used in the movie was a vegetarian turkey made out of soy protein.
• Despite playing a teenager, Timothée Chalamet was 23 when the movie was shot.

Awards

The film "Thanksgiving Grubdown" was nominated for the 'Best Family Movie' category at the People's Choice Awards.

Quotes

• "There's no such thing as too much pie on Thanksgiving!" - Robert
• "It's not what's on the table that matters, it's who's around it." - Ella
• "By tomorrow, we'll be back to normal but today, let's give thanks." - Timmy

Music, Soundtrack

• "Home Again" by Michael Kiwanuka. The track beautifully encapsulates the theme of familial love and return.
• "Grateful" by Rita Ora. This song plays during the credits, leaving the audience with a sense of gratitude.