Palpable- An example of great cinema and friendship

Rating: 9/10 (25 May 2012)

A movie with real life emotions and sentiments, one of the greatest comedies ever:
Based on a true story, an opulent man Philippe (François Cluzet), quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, hires a full mouthed and frivolous Driss (Omar Sy) as 24/7 caretaker because he is completely disabled from neck to toe. Driss joins Phillipe reluctantly as he does not want a job, just a signature that he has attended the interview. It begins there uncanny friendship leading to lifelong union.
The scriptwriting is absolutely remarkable as the development of their friendship is at its best without taking unnecessary screen time. The friends and well-wishers of Philippe contradict with his decision to accompany Driss and Philippe has decided that he will not listen to anyone and his decision is firm. The moments between Driss and Magalie (Audrey Fleurot) are hilarious. The great thing which works here is the chemistry between the leads; it has the utmost tangibility and mutual responsibility.
François Cluzet is always wonderful but this time as a disabled man he is just perfect, Omar Sy is extremely wonderful as a garrulous and full of life person.
The supporting cast has done their job magnificently, which makes the movie and amazing experience of relationships and bonds.
No wonder, "The Intouchables" became the second most successful French film. Highly recommended. 9/10