The plot of this movie is based on a true story involving a quadriplegic and his caretaker.
Philippe is a wheelchair bound quadriplegic who always needs a few volunteers to aid him in his daily life. He hires a brash young man named Driss as his caretaker and despite Driss’ irreverent and even at times insensitive manners, Philippe takes a liking towards him as there is something basically good and likable about Driss.
Driss’ health and strong physique are also clinching factors though his family life is shaky to say the least. He had even served a small prison sentence for a thievery.
Despite the movie’s premise about a quadriplegic, there is hardly any melodrama as the bonding between Philippe, Driss and the female helpers in the house is endearing. They bond over music, painting, car rides, outdoor walks, massage sessions and also share their little life secrets with each other. Philippe also talks to Driss about how he is sexually turned on through his ears, in the movie’s most hilarious segments.
The efforts made by Driss to unite Philippe with his epistolary love Eleonore and their paragliding adventure are other highlights in their remarkable journey together which is inevitably parted but on perfectly healthy and fruitful terms.
The music score of the movie is lilting and the visuals are also poetic. The lead actors, Francois Cluzet and Omar Sy are charming and brilliant. You must watch how both these actors make us root for them despite their diametrically opposite characters and behavior. Audrey Fleurot adds some much needed feminine oomph to the movie while Anne Le Ny is likable as well.
Don’t miss this for the overwhelming feel-good appeal it holds. Life can be so beautiful and optimistic indeed.
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