After he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, an aristocrat hires a young man from the projects to be his caregiver.After he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, an aristocrat hires a young man from the projects to be his caregiver.After he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, an aristocrat hires a young man from the projects to be his caregiver.
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- Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award
- 38 wins & 40 nominations total
Thomas Solivérès
- Bastien
- (as Thomas Soliveres)
Dorothée Brière
- Eléonore
- (as Dorothée Briere Meritte)
Émilie Caen
- Galeriste
- (as Emilie Caen)
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Summary
Reviewers say 'The Intouchables' is celebrated for its heartwarming portrayal of an unlikely friendship, addressing themes of resilience and social disparity. The film balances humor with emotional depth, avoiding sentimentality. Critics praise François Cluzet and Omar Sy for their performances and chemistry, bringing authenticity to their roles. While some find the film simplistic or clichéd, others appreciate its uplifting message and serious theme handling without melodrama. Its universal appeal and genuine character connection contribute to its success.
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This movie surprised us. We checked on IMDb and saw 8/10 for a french movie, without hesitation we went to the movie theatre to watch the movie.
The subject is hard but the movie is really funny. In a few seconds you are fully projected within the film from the beginning to the end. There is no special effet but the actors are playing very well and the movie is based on a real story.
If you are skeptical for French movie don't be for this one ... it is a must see movie.
Enjoy the movie.
The subject is hard but the movie is really funny. In a few seconds you are fully projected within the film from the beginning to the end. There is no special effet but the actors are playing very well and the movie is based on a real story.
If you are skeptical for French movie don't be for this one ... it is a must see movie.
Enjoy the movie.
Just seen last night, amazing movie, great performances from actors, particularly from Omar, and Cluzet is great as usual. Photography of images are great, supported by good choice of locations supporting actors are all good and natural so doing a great job to give a great solid base to the story. RIch of emotions on a simple story where ordinary people become extraordinary. Good representation of social differences in France without being too heavy on it. Simple, beautiful, efficient, like a good French cuisine, making a great dish full of tastes magically mixed :) Most to be watched and even more emotional when you know its based on true story !
I am now trying to find words to describe this movie for an hour. I couldn't.
You've seen it, or you haven't. It's monumental and outrageously good.
The cast is brilliant. The jokes lovely. The story and the idea behind the movie is beautiful. Especially when you've worked/lived with handicapped people. The music is such a perfect choice, it is unbelievable.
I hope this movie makes a plenty of people think about how good their life is and how bad it could have been.
Bottom line: Oscar-worthy. Period.
You've seen it, or you haven't. It's monumental and outrageously good.
The cast is brilliant. The jokes lovely. The story and the idea behind the movie is beautiful. Especially when you've worked/lived with handicapped people. The music is such a perfect choice, it is unbelievable.
I hope this movie makes a plenty of people think about how good their life is and how bad it could have been.
Bottom line: Oscar-worthy. Period.
Being french and a film maker myself, I have high standards for ratings, and this one definitely deserves in 10/10. I've not seen a film showing our world with such humour in a long time. The jokes are absurd and possibly, with a touch of British humour to them. The directing is beautiful, the acting is incredible, the shots are somehow truthful, if I can say that about a shot. It may be Omar Sy's first time in a leading role, for a major production, but he really delivered, and not just in the funny parts, the delivery of emotions was just spotless. Francois Cluzet was also just as brilliant, as he usually is. I will be recommending this film to everyone, and seriously hoping it will be released in the UK soon enough for me to see it again! Only negative aspect... the Americans are thinking of doing a remake... why do they always have to? I mean would you reconsider remaking the "Joconde" or the Sixtine Chapel to American standards? Film is an art like any other, it travels the world as it is... no need for remakes...
Well, I've just got out of the theater and i must say that all the reviews are right. this is an amazing film! The actors are simply the best, Omar is not only a great comic but also a great actor.
The filming has a certain touch that brings to mind "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" in the way the director was able to capture not only the suffering of Phillip but also the joy.
Not wanting to spoil the film for others, i highly recommend seeing this in the theaters and with a loved one.
It is also a good film for teenagers as it holds a few wonderful life lessons.
Enjoy.
The filming has a certain touch that brings to mind "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" in the way the director was able to capture not only the suffering of Phillip but also the joy.
Not wanting to spoil the film for others, i highly recommend seeing this in the theaters and with a loved one.
It is also a good film for teenagers as it holds a few wonderful life lessons.
Enjoy.
Did you know
- TriviaAlthough the real-life 'Driss' was a young Algerian man called Abdel, directors Éric Toledano and Olivier Nakache changed the character's nationality to Senegalese, as they had enjoyed working with Omar Sy on Tellement proches (2009), and really wanted him to play the part. Sy also had the experience of living in the impoverished French suburbs, just like Driss.
- GoofsWhen the police car first appears behind Driss, you can hear a short burst of the siren, which is clearly an American-inspired tone (also used in UK etc.) When the pursuit begins, the police car has the recognizable and correct French siren tone.
- Crazy creditsFive percent of the profits from the film will be donated to the Association Simon of Cyrene - 15 rue de Suffren - 75015 Paris whose purpose is to create shared living spaces for disabled adults and friends.
- ConnectionsFeatured in De wereld draait door: Episode #7.128 (2012)
- SoundtracksSeptember
(Maurice White/Allee Willis/Al McKay)
Performed by Earth Wind & Fire (as Earth, Wind & Fire)
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Box office
- Budget
- €9,500,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $10,198,820
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $103,507
- May 27, 2012
- Gross worldwide
- $426,590,315
- Runtime
- 1h 52m(112 min)
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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