A quadriplegic hires an ex con to be his carer and an unlikely friendship ensues. Doesn't sound too promising but this film hits heights you really don't expect.
This is a rare film that hits the spot on both the drama and the comedy front with ease. Rarely have a laughed so much and add onto the top notch drama and you really have hit the jackpot.
Central to the films success are the two leads Francois Cluzet ( looking remarkably like Dustin Hoffman) and Omar Sy. Both are likable and bring real depth to their roles making you root for both of them. The supporting cast are excellent and there isn't a false performance throughout.
The films pacing is excellent and although it was nearly 2 hours long you really just want it to continue. A lot of films are let down by the ending but this one really delivers on the emotional front.
There is nothing that lets this film down, it's that good. I never rate films 10 on first watch but I'm making an exception with this one. One of the best films I've ever seen.
This is a rare film that hits the spot on both the drama and the comedy front with ease. Rarely have a laughed so much and add onto the top notch drama and you really have hit the jackpot.
Central to the films success are the two leads Francois Cluzet ( looking remarkably like Dustin Hoffman) and Omar Sy. Both are likable and bring real depth to their roles making you root for both of them. The supporting cast are excellent and there isn't a false performance throughout.
The films pacing is excellent and although it was nearly 2 hours long you really just want it to continue. A lot of films are let down by the ending but this one really delivers on the emotional front.
There is nothing that lets this film down, it's that good. I never rate films 10 on first watch but I'm making an exception with this one. One of the best films I've ever seen.