Very Enjoyable Film Based On A True Story

Rating: 9/10 (14 April 2014)

I found "The Intouchables" to be a very enjoyable film, made even more so by the fact that it is based on a true story.
The story is about an odd couple--a wealthy, older, paraplegic white man who seems to have little joy in his life, and a young, poor black man who doesn't take life too seriously.
Each of them has something to offer the other. Through their relationship, which becomes a friendship and more, they each gain so much. Especially Philippe who, due to his immobility, has limited power to control his day to day activities.
This can be called a comedy because of the light-hearted banter and jokes that are in it. But the banter and jokes help Philippe attain a more positive view of life--a touching and dramatic development.
I enjoyed all the performances.
I did think some story lines could have been developed more, but this is a small criticism when the overall film is excellent.