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The Upside

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Director: Neil Burger
Writer: Eric Toledano Jon Hartmere Olivier Nakache Paul Feig
Production: Weinstein Company, The
Movie Details: A recently paroled ex-convict (Kevin Hart) strikes up an unlikely friendship with a paralyzed
A recently paroled ex-convict (Kevin Hart) strikes up an unlikely friendship with a paralyzed billionaire (Bryan Cranston).
Genre(s): Drama Comedy
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Production: Weinstein Company, The
Runtime: 126 min
Home Release Date: May 21, 2019
Official Site: https://www.facebook.com/TheUpsideFilm/
Countries: USA US
Language: English
Director: Neil Burger
Writer: Eric Toledano Jon Hartmere Olivier Nakache Paul Feig
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Critic Reviews
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46
Metascore Mixed or average reviews
11 Positive Ratings 27%
23 Mixed Ratings 57%
6 Negative Ratings 15%
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James Berardinelli | Jan 14, 2019
"The film’s predictability is offset by what Hart and Cranston bring to the proceedings." ... Read full review
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Christian Science Monitor
Peter Rainer | Jan 11, 2019
"The Upside is a movie that somehow works, at least some of the time, even when it shouldn’t." ... Read full review
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The Globe and Mail (Toronto)
Barry Hertz | Jan 7, 2019
"Cranston and Hart fight tooth and nail to keep the film as charming as possible, though, with Hart going to particularly impressive lengths. It almost works, until you remember it shouldn't." ... Read full review
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Time
Stephanie Zacharek | Jan 10, 2019
"Neither great nor terrible. It quavers in that middle ground of pictures you think you might watch on a plane someday, and you could make a worse choice." ... Read full review
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The A.V. Club
Ignatiy Vishnevetsky | Jan 10, 2019
"The rest is feel-good painted unenthusiastically by numbers: a repetitive series of artificially inflated character conflicts and tossed-off resolutions, interspersed with slapstick and jokes about prissy rich snobs, ultimately adding up to far less than the sum of its well-worn parts." ... Read full review
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Rolling Stone
David Fear | Jan 11, 2019
"It’s a mediocrity no matter when you release it." ... Read full review
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The Associated Press
Mark Kennedy | Jan 9, 2019
"Few films in memory have squandered so much acting talent in such a cliche-ridden, exploitative and dishonest way." ... Read full review
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6.1
User Score Generally favorable reviews
55 Positive Ratings 52%
32 Mixed Ratings 30%
18 Negative Ratings 17%
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playerstatus143
Jan 13, 2019
An amazing film that can be classified under any category. Great acting, Great plot couldn't ask for more
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meydianarizki21
Nov 10, 2022
I felt amazing.
Personally, I felt this film was amazing. As usual, Cranston delivers an outstanding performance but that wasn't surprising.I felt amazing.
Personally, I felt this film was amazing. As usual, Cranston delivers an outstanding performance but that wasn't surprising. Kevin Hart was also great in it ; proved he is really a talented actor. Lots of great chemistry between the 2 actors. Thoroughly entertaining and enjoyable. And, the more I think of it, this is a film that has many life lessons that we can all think about and take in as a society. Those include the idea of 2nd chances and refraining from automatically judging a book by its cover. And, the boldest message in the film is that people should be more accepting and try not to look at everyones flaws, more importantly, to not let others opinions or thoughts get you down and to live your life regardless of what others think of you as a person. With lots of negativity and discrimination in the world, whether it be between different races, religions, etc, we as a society must learn to look past these differences and be more accepting. The film presents this in a very positive way and makes you feel genuinely good at the end. It is also a funny film with lots of good jokes and smart comedy as well. The film definitely made me think of how I could relate to it and could not agree more with the lessons in it. I would give this film 9 stars if I could as it is rare that the entertainment world produces anything so meaningful and significant.… Expand
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gfreeman4
Jan 13, 2019
This movie is very good. I came out of the theater happy. The movie is a feel-good, uplifting film that really leaves a mark on youThis movie is very good. I came out of the theater happy. The movie is a feel-good, uplifting film that really leaves a mark on you emotionally. Despite some minor subplot problems. Kevin Hart and Bryan Cranston deliver a wonderful performance with amazing on screen chemistry. Would definitely recommend!… Expand
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ItsMrRagnarok
Nov 30, 2020
I saw the movie a few days ago and it was fantastic, Loved it, almost made me cry. The great cast and especially the chemistry between BrianI saw the movie a few days ago and it was fantastic, Loved it, almost made me cry. The great cast and especially the chemistry between Brian Cranston and Kevin Hart was outstanding.… Expand
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Wavy_Yeezy
May 24, 2019
A ok movie. Again like everyone says their chemistry is great but it's too cliche.
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Shajac19
Jun 1, 2019
This movie is average at best. That being said, I enjoyed it a lot more than I thought I would. The Upside is an inspiring tale that suffersThis movie is average at best. That being said, I enjoyed it a lot more than I thought I would. The Upside is an inspiring tale that suffers from melodrama and a slow script. The cast is passable and Kevin Hart does a decent job stepping into a more serious role. Overall, the movie is far from great and not rewatchable but if you're bored on a Sunday afternoon and desperate for something to watch, The Upside is satisfying and enjoyable enough.… Expand
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PeteDogg1979
Jan 13, 2019
One of the worst films I have ever seen. Kevin Hart is a terrible actor. Just awful.
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