There is a Dutch proverb: money can buy a house, but not a family; money can buy a clock, but not time; money can buy a bed, but not sleep; money can buy a book, but not Knowledge; money can buy medical care, but not health; money can buy status, but not respect; money can buy blood, but not life; money can buy sex, but not true love .
The film tells the story of a rich white man named Philip (Oliver Nacci) who is paralyzed in a skydiving accident, so he has to find a nurse to manage his daily life. As a caregiver, the gangster Dies (played by Omarhi), what kind of different sparks will two people with completely different classes, different skin colors, values and life backgrounds create? !
The film "Reversal of Life" was a big hit in France, not only breaking the box office record of "Titanic" in France, but also being hailed as the best comedy film ten years after "Emily Rabbit", you can watch it This film has a high rating not only at the box office but also in word of mouth in France. The film was adapted from a real story. In 2000, French TV broadcasted a character interview, telling the story of an Arab black young man who had just been released from prison and lived in poverty, and was taken care of by a French rich man who was paralyzed by a car accident. The story was moved, so the story of the two was adapted into the script for this movie. Strictly speaking, the subject matter of this film is not novel. The wonderful story of the movie lies in the sparks of collision between the characters. The characters are set in black and white, rich and poor
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People, compared to the two, already have a great sense of conflict in such role settings, different growth environments, and the characters of the protagonists who retreat from south to north, actually have a lot of drama before the movie starts. Just like "Unpreparedness" or the comedy "Rush Hour", which won Sandra Brack for the best actress Oscar, was also established under this framework. Differences in racial culture, economics, and education make the story structure itself. It's full of dramatic tension.
No one wants to be treated special
The film focuses on the two male protagonists. The paralyzed Philip is physically disabled but not mentally disabled. Although he is in poor physical condition, he gives people a sense of wisdom. In contrast, Di, who has just been released from prison. He's vulgar and impolite, he's clearly out of place in Philip's home, and what's interesting about the movie is Philip's decision, why did Dies get a job as a caregiver? Point out the heart of a weak person who does not want to be viewed with special eyes by others. Excessive care and concern sometimes turn into a kind of discrimination in disguise. This week, there is another high-end movie "Vensheng Goes to the Sea", which actually has the same meaning. In some cases, when you think others are defective In fact, he has placed himself in a higher position than the weaker in his heart. This can be seen in the interaction between Philip and the new caregiver in the latter part of the movie, although the new caregiver and the masseuse seem innocent. , but no patient wants to be treated with sympathy by others.
Music is the strong driving force of this film. The
two protagonists have different personalities, which makes this film often intertwined with classical and popular music, making the soundtrack full of conflict. Schubert, Baja, and Mozart are against Shangtai Rickalil, Nina Simon or Diess often mentioned the ball and fire, plus the pianist Ludovico Einaudi was hired in the movie, many of the underlying music can be said to be just right, making this movie in many The mood can fluctuate with the music and the plot, which also makes this film not have the shortcomings of the previous European films that were too dull.
The issue of race and wealth gap in France
After watching this film, I was reminded of the great riots in France in 2005, which pointed out the wealth gap and racial discrimination in France, and also made this unspeakable secret in France heatedly discussed in the international community and attracted international attention. focus. Therefore, it is unknown whether such a subject touched the French people's impression of that time, but compared with Hollywood movies, it may have a greater impact on the French audience. It's just that the movie is a big hit, but there is still no way to completely eliminate the issue of racial discrimination. A few days ago, a Jewish school in France was shot, and the racial issue is being brought to the forefront. I can only expect the movie to inspire more people, and don't have any regrets about it.
The movie does not end with a date that Diss arranged for Philip, but the film of Dis and Philip is put at the end. After the two separate, they start a new life. Years of friendship still exist, and the two people in the movie are slowly fermenting in the hearts of everyone in the audience.
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