Up for Love (2016)

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Original Title: Un homme à la hauteur

Diane is a well-known lawyer, divorced for three years. She loses her mobile telephone and receives a call from the person who finds it. That person is Alexandre, a charming man and the perfect gentleman. They make a connection over the phone and agree to meet up the following day. But when Alexandre arrives, there's a surprise in store when Diane discovers he is only 4' 6" tall. From that moment on, Diane tries to overcome the prejudices of society and her own fears to experience the best time of her life...

Introduction
"Up for Love" is a 2016 French romantic comedy-drama movie. The movie is directed by Laurent Tirard and co-written by Tirard and Eduardo Canto and Gabrielle Atger. It stars Jean Dujardin and Virginie Efira. The movie is a remake of the 2013 Argentine film "Corazón de León".

Plot Summary
"Up for Love" revolves around the story of Alexandre (Jean Dujardin) and Diane (Virginie Efira). Diane is a successful attorney with a thriving profession and has actually simply come out of a divorce. Alexandre, on the other hand, is an attractive and clever designer who also happens to be much shorter than the typical height for males, standing just 4'6 feet tall. Their paths cross when Alexandre finds Diane's lost cell phone and returns it to her.

In spite of their significant height difference and the fact that they had just interacted through telephone call, Alexandre and Diane instantly feel a psychological connection, take pleasure in each other's business, and have a strong chemistry. They start dating and fall in love. Nevertheless, they are met societal judgment because of their distinct height distinction, which puts them in a difficult position.

Character Analysis
In "Up For Love", Jean Dujardin plays Alexandre with a really captivating and flirtatious character. In spite of his height, he carries an enormous confidence that draws Diane towards him, showing that love is not hindered by physical qualities.

Virginie Efira's portrayal of Diane is of an effective, independent woman who is at first doubtful about the relationship mainly since of societal pressures. However, she eventually understands that she is really in love with Alexandre and decides to confront societal judgments for the sake of her love.

Style and Message
The film tackles the topic of societal norms and judgments about romantic relationships, especially the element of height difference, with easy going humor and level of sensitivity. By normalizing the romantic relationship in between a high lady and a short guy, Up For Love sends a powerful message about conquering social preconception and stereotypes for real love, and the belief that enjoy is not identified by physical looks.

"Up for Love" highlights the significance of acceptance and society's understanding. It communicates to the audience that relationships ought to not be based on physical attributes but on the connection and love in between 2 people.

Conclusion
"Up for Love" is a humorous yet touching film that excellently portrayed a not likely romantic relationship filled with genuine emotions and disputes due to societal norms. With excellent efficiencies by Jean Dujardin and Virginie Efira, the film is a beautifully shot romance that takes on a considerable social issue with level of sensitivity and humor. The film works as a revitalizing take on romantic comedies, promoting acceptance and love over societal judgment and conformity.

Top Cast

  • Jean Dujardin (small)
    Jean Dujardin
    Alexandre
  • Virginie Efira (small)
    Virginie Efira
    Diane
  • Cédric Kahn (small)
    Cédric Kahn
    Bruno, l'ex de Diane et son associé
  • César Domboy (small)
    César Domboy
    Benji, le fils d'Alexandre
  • Stéphanie Papanian (small)
    Stéphanie Papanian
    Coralie, l'assistante
  • Edmonde Franchi (small)
    Edmonde Franchi
    Monique, l'aide-ménagère
  • Manoëlle Gaillard (small)
    Manoëlle Gaillard
    Nicole, la mère de Diane
  • Bruno Gomila (small)
    Bruno Gomila
    Philippe, le beau-père de Diane
  • Myriam Tekaïa (small)
    Myriam Tekaïa
    Stéphanie
  • François-Dominique Blin (small)
    François-Dominique Blin
    Sébastien (pilote)
  • Éric Berger (small)
    Éric Berger
    Arnaud