– A perfectly fine, forgettable rom-com that shines only because of Li Xian’s budding charm. It’s the cinematic equivalent of a cupcake: sweet, enjoyable in the moment, but not very memorable an hour later.
We watch Diane wrestle with her conscience. She loves Alexandre’s mind, his humor, and his kindness. But she dreads the stares at the grocery store, the whispered comments at dinner parties, and the logistical realities (like reaching the top shelf or slow dancing without bending over). up for love 2016
At its core, the film is a study of how society reacts to those who are different. While Alexandre is depicted as a "perfect" man—dashing, wealthy, and emotionally intelligent—his height becomes the sole metric by which the world judges him. The narrative highlights the absurdity of these prejudices through farcical scenes, such as Diane’s mother accidentally driving against traffic upon learning of her daughter’s new beau. These moments emphasize that the "problem" lies not with Alexandre’s stature, but with the "shortcomings" of those around him. Up for Love (2016) - IMDb – A perfectly fine, forgettable rom-com that shines
If you are searching for a smart, feel-good movie that avoids cheap clichés, is the hidden treasure you have been waiting for. She loves Alexandre’s mind, his humor, and his kindness
Critics have noted that while the digital effects used to downsize Dujardin occasionally vary in scale, the story's heart more than makes up for any technical "hiccups". The Big Question: Can Love Overcome Stature?
Jean Dujardin (yes, the Oscar-winning star of The Artist ) plays Alexandre with zero self-pity. He’s not a sad sack. He’s confident, funny, fit, wealthy, and emotionally intelligent. The only thing "wrong" with him is the world’s reaction to him. When Diane finally admits her shallow panic, Alexandre responds not with anger, but with a devastatingly calm line:
– A perfectly fine, forgettable rom-com that shines only because of Li Xian’s budding charm. It’s the cinematic equivalent of a cupcake: sweet, enjoyable in the moment, but not very memorable an hour later.
We watch Diane wrestle with her conscience. She loves Alexandre’s mind, his humor, and his kindness. But she dreads the stares at the grocery store, the whispered comments at dinner parties, and the logistical realities (like reaching the top shelf or slow dancing without bending over).
At its core, the film is a study of how society reacts to those who are different. While Alexandre is depicted as a "perfect" man—dashing, wealthy, and emotionally intelligent—his height becomes the sole metric by which the world judges him. The narrative highlights the absurdity of these prejudices through farcical scenes, such as Diane’s mother accidentally driving against traffic upon learning of her daughter’s new beau. These moments emphasize that the "problem" lies not with Alexandre’s stature, but with the "shortcomings" of those around him. Up for Love (2016) - IMDb
If you are searching for a smart, feel-good movie that avoids cheap clichés, is the hidden treasure you have been waiting for.
Critics have noted that while the digital effects used to downsize Dujardin occasionally vary in scale, the story's heart more than makes up for any technical "hiccups". The Big Question: Can Love Overcome Stature?
Jean Dujardin (yes, the Oscar-winning star of The Artist ) plays Alexandre with zero self-pity. He’s not a sad sack. He’s confident, funny, fit, wealthy, and emotionally intelligent. The only thing "wrong" with him is the world’s reaction to him. When Diane finally admits her shallow panic, Alexandre responds not with anger, but with a devastatingly calm line: