Mein Bester & Ich
Regie Neil BurgerSeit einem verheerenden Paragliding-Unfall, bei dem seine Frau ums Leben gekommen ist, sitzt der superreiche New Yorker Großunternehmer Philip Lacasse gelähmt im Rollstuhl. Aus diesem Grund benötigt er einen Pfleger, der ihm durch den Tag hilft. Der Schicksalsschlag hat aus Philip aber einen depressiven Mann gemacht, der sehr anspruchsvoll ist, was die Wahl seiner Angestellten angeht. Als jedoch der Kleinkriminelle Dell Scott, der aufgrund einer Verwechslung nur zufällig in das große Anwesen gelangt, in Philips Leben tritt, möchte er genau diesen als seinen Pfleger engagieren. Die persönliche Assistentin Yvonne ist über Philips Wahl überhaupt nicht begeistert, weiß sie schließlich, dass Dell nie Interesse an dem Job hatte. Doch dieser wird von der guten Bezahlung angelockt und beschließt Philips Angebot anzunehmen. Von nun an bringt er den Alltag im Mikrokosmos des Gelähmten kräftig durcheinander. Nach und nach werden Dell und Philip aber so etwas wie ziemlich beste Freunde ...
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- alihoneycutt29. November 2025I make no secret that I grow tired of the current Hollywood cliche' of the fathers who receive no respect from the children and women in their lives. I will call it out every time. In this instance, our protagonist gets no respect because he is unable to provide resources for his family, (though the ability to provide is never the sole reason of the disrespect, discourtesy, undermining, and humiliation of the American male). When he bought a nice home in a nice neighborhood for his son's mother, his only grace was receiving an inaudible "thank you" from her (she couldn't even condescend to give him the dignity of a "thank you" that could be heard). Modern feminism on full grotesque display. If you can get past that (which is a required discipline for nearly every modern American film), then you'll find an entertaining movie about accepting people. They mercifully stop short at getting too preachy (an indulgence shared by too many filmmakers), but the players maneuver gracefully throughout. 4 stars.
- Manuel Frangis21. März 2025I just watched The Upside and I give it 5 out of 5 stars. This is one of those movies that is funny heartwarming and just an all around great watch. It has the perfect mix of comedy drama and real emotion making it one of the best feel good movies I have seen in a while. The story follows Dell a struggling ex convict who gets a job as a caregiver for Phillip a wealthy man who is paralyzed from the neck down. At first they seem like complete opposites but as they spend more time together they develop an unlikely but meaningful friendship. The way the movie builds their relationship is what makes it so great. It never feels forced or cheesy just natural and real. Kevin Hart is amazing in this movie. This is one of his best performances because he is still funny but also gets to show a more serious side. He brings so much energy and humor to Dell but also makes him feel like a real person. His character is flawed but likable and you genuinely want to see him succeed. Bryan Cranston as Phillip is just as incredible. He has such a commanding presence even without being able to move and delivers every line with the perfect mix of sarcasm intelligence and heart. The way he plays off Kevin Hart makes every scene between them work so well. Their chemistry is what holds the movie together and makes it such an enjoyable watch. The humor in The Upside is really well done. The movie deals with serious topics but never feels depressing because the comedy keeps things light when it needs to. A lot of the best moments come from the way Dell and Phillip joke with each other. Their dynamic is so entertaining because it feels like a real friendship. At the same time the movie has a lot of heart. It does not just rely on jokes but also explores themes of second chances overcoming obstacles and finding purpose in life. There are some genuinely emotional moments that hit hard without ever feeling too forced or dramatic. The pacing is perfect. The movie never drags or feels rushed. Every scene adds something meaningful to the story whether it is a funny moment between the two main characters or a more serious conversation about their struggles. It keeps you engaged from start to finish. The supporting cast is also great. Nicole Kidman plays a more reserved role but adds a nice balance to the story. She is serious and professional but also has moments where you see her character’s softer side. Even though the focus is on Kevin Hart and Bryan Cranston her presence helps make the movie feel more well rounded. Another thing that makes The Upside stand out is how uplifting and inspiring it is. Even though both main characters have struggles and challenges the movie is not about feeling sorry for them. It is about how they help each other grow and become better people in unexpected ways. It is a reminder that life does not always go the way you planned but that does not mean it cannot still be great. Overall The Upside is a fantastic feel good movie that is both funny and heartfelt. Kevin Hart and Bryan Cranston are absolutely perfect together and their performances make this one of the best buddy movies in years. It is funny emotional and just an all around great movie to watch. I loved every second of it and I will definitely be watching it again.
- Danny B13. August 2025The Upside was a pleasant surprise. I didn’t know Kevin Hart could act, but he really delivers here. He and Bryan Cranston have great chemistry, and the story about friendship and overcoming adversity is genuinely touching. I enjoyed it from start to finish.
Mein Bester & Ich Trivia
Mein Bester & Ich wurde am 10. Januar 2019 veröffentlicht.
Regie in Mein Bester & Ich führte(n) Neil Burger.
Mein Bester & Ich hat eine Spielzeit von 2 Std., 6 Min..
Mein Bester & Ich wurde produziert von Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Steve Tisch, Nick Greece.
Seit einem verheerenden Paragliding-Unfall, bei dem seine Frau ums Leben gekommen ist, sitzt der superreiche New Yorker Großunternehmer Philip Lacasse gelähmt im Rollstuhl. Aus diesem Grund benötigt er einen Pfleger, der ihm durch den Tag hilft. Der Schicksalsschlag hat aus Philip aber einen depressiven Mann gemacht, der sehr anspruchsvoll ist, was die Wahl seiner Angestellten angeht. Als jedoch der Kleinkriminelle Dell Scott, der aufgrund einer Verwechslung nur zufällig in das große Anwesen gelangt, in Philips Leben tritt, möchte er genau diesen als seinen Pfleger engagieren. Die persönliche Assistentin Yvonne ist über Philips Wahl überhaupt nicht begeistert, weiß sie schließlich, dass Dell nie Interesse an dem Job hatte. Doch dieser wird von der guten Bezahlung angelockt und beschließt Philips Angebot anzunehmen. Von nun an bringt er den Alltag im Mikrokosmos des Gelähmten kräftig durcheinander. Nach und nach werden Dell und Philip aber so etwas wie ziemlich beste Freunde ...
Die Hauptcharaktere in Mein Bester & Ich sind Dell Scott (Kevin Hart), Phillip Lacasse (Bryan Cranston), Yvonne Pendleton (Nicole Kidman).
Mein Bester & Ich ist bewertet mit 6.
Mein Bester & Ich ist eine Komödie, Drama Film.
Mein Bester & Ich hat eine Benutzerbewertung von 8.2 von 10.
Mein Bester & Ich hatte ein Budget von 37,5 Mio. $.
Mein Bester & Ich erzielte Einnhamen von 125,9 Mio. $ an den Kinokassen.