How can we live when we encounter unexpected malice

Jedidiah 2022-03-24 09:02:34

An extremely successful writer who became disabled in a paraglider accident with only face mobility. Naturally, life changed accordingly.

However, it is surprising that most of the time, the old man can always maintain a high degree of calm, and he never gets angry with the attitude of the black guy.

Kevin Hart's character, at the beginning, constantly avoids responsibility, is undoubtedly not a responsible father. But when he is pushed to the limit and has the ability to change his life, he still tries to make up for what he can do as a father.

Being calm enough does not mean letting go. For the death of his wife, the old man is still very self-blaming, and at the same time is quite sensitive to his own identity.

But a person must have enough strength to be able to live with color in old age, otherwise maybe all you have is bedridden all day long.

I think the reason why Kevin Hart was able to open the heart of the old man was that he showed his true self without being pretentious. The old man was so experienced, if it was a fake image, he would be able to detect it very soon.

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  • Axel 2021-12-25 08:01:42

    Basically copied the original version, warm and funny. The plot has changed a bit, but it is also reasonable. Goddess Nicole's figure is really great! It’s also great to watch Lao Bai on the big screen——it’s exciting to watch a movie in a theater for the first time~TIFF

  • Sigurd 2022-04-24 07:01:16

    The original version is my favorite feature film, no one, and the remake also embodies the theme of the script - respecting others with a normal heart. Kevin Hart is actually not very suitable for this role, because of the shadow of some comedians? However, the overall handling is very good, although some plots are purely added to replicate the original plot, which is abrupt, and KH's own comedy style also makes this version have more happy plots than the original. (Old Bai did a great job! Nicole is so beautiful!)

The Upside quotes

  • Philip Lacasse: Did you know about this? Huh?

    Dell Scott: I'm sorry, P. I'm sorry you gotta have a surprise party in your huge mansion. You gotta get a bunch of expensive gifts from your rich friends. I'm sorry that you got a thoughtful executive. Some of us got real problems. I'm fighting to see my son.

    Philip Lacasse: Oh. I'm sorry, D. Is a single afternoon with your son not enough to repair the years of neglect?

    Dell Scott: Watch your mouth, man.

    Philip Lacasse: And whose fault is it that you can't see him?

    Dell Scott: Screw you. And screw your damn privilege, man.

  • Philip Lacasse: Dell, how is that Ideal app coming?

    Dell Scott: You already said no to that.

    Philip Lacasse: Yes, I know I said no. But I would definitely say yes right about now.