The Intouchables
2011

The Intouchables

★ 0.0 / 10
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Directed by Olivier Nakache, Éric Toledano
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Synopsis

The Intouchables follows Philippe, a wealthy French aristocrat left quadriplegic after a paragliding accident, who hires Driss, a young man from the projects with no caregiving experience. Their unlikely friendship transcends class and cultural boundaries, bringing joy and renewed purpose to both men's lives. The film masterfully blends humor and emotion, becoming a global phenomenon celebrated for its warmth and authenticity.

Did You Know?
  • Based on the true story of Philippe Pozzo di Borgo and Abdel Sellou.
  • Became the second highest-grossing French film of all time.
  • Omar Sy won the César Award for Best Actor.
  • The film was shot in just 35 days.
  • Harvey Weinstein initially doubted the film's American market potential.
Iconic Quotes
  • "You have to be crazy to do this job."
  • "No pity!"
  • "Life is not always fair, but it is still beautiful."
  • "You give people a reason to look further than what they see."
  • "I don't want potential, I want someone who doesn't give a damn."
Editorial

Why Eltorama recommends this film

Its cross-class friendship between a paralyzed aristocrat and a street-smart caregiver hilariously dismantles French bourgeois pretension with warmth and irreverence.