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Michelle Tedder 
COM 3363 
December 1, 2014 
“The Intouchables”: A Must See Film 
If it has been a while since you’ve completely lost yourself in a film, it is time 
you saw “The Intouchables.” This French film tells the story of a wealthy paraplegic, 
Philippe, who hires Driss, an edgy man from the projects, to assist him in his daily 
routines. Emotional scenes combine with humorous moments to tell an inspiring 
true story that is well worth the movie ticket. 
The movie begins with Driss, played by Omar Sy, halfheartedly interviewing 
for the caregiver position with the sole purpose of getting a signature from the 
interviewee in order to receive benefits. Though it is obvious that Driss is 
uninterested in the position, Philippe (Françoiz Cluzet) insists that he returns the 
next day to pick up his signed paper. 
Driss then goes to the apartment where he lives with his aunt and several 
cousins after being in jail for months. The stark contrast between Philippe’s 
luxurious mansion and Driss’ tiny, cramped apartment is unmistakable. The 
juxtaposition becomes most evident in a scene where Driss tries to take a bath in a 
bathtub he can hardly fit in. He is surrounded by his younger cousins who won’t 
leave him alone and continue to use the hot water to brush their teeth. 
The next morning, he returns to Philippe’s mansion to collect his signature, 
but is first taken on a tour of the estate. Driss is particularly impressed the 
caregiver’s living quarters and is completely captivated by the huge bathtub.
At first, Driss seems to only take the job for the new lifestyle that comes with 
it, but his relationship with Philippe develops into a deep friendship. Philippe 
teaches Driss about classical music and art appreciation, even inspiring Driss to 
create a work of art. 
In return, Driss shows Philippe how to live again. When preparing to leave 
the mansion, Philippe heads towards a van made for handicapped people. Driss 
refuses to get in the van and instead suggests they take the unused Maserati. 
Philippe insists that “that one’s less suitable,” but Driss doesn’t take no for an 
answer. The two get in the sports car and after revving the engine, Driss’ eyes fill 
with amazement and Philippe laughs, as if he had been reminded of the forgotten 
thrill of being in the car. 
This seems to be a pattern throughout the film. Philippe has been made to 
feel like he cannot do many things because of his disability, but Driss reminds his 
friend that he is capable of much more than he thinks. Driss, at times, seems 
completely ignorant of the fact that Philippe has a handicap at all. For example, Driss 
carelessly hands Philippe the phone at one point, and though he obviously could not 
hold it by himself, Philippe seemed somehow empowered that someone had 
forgotten about his inability to do such a simple thing. 
Philippe’s love life is often a topic of conversation. They speak of his first love 
before her tragic death. Philippe passionately says, “my real handicap isn’t being in 
the chair, it’s living without her.”
Philippe also confides in Driss about his epistolary relationship with a 
woman named Eléonore. Through a series of discussions, Driss gives Philippe the 
confidence he needs to make the next move in the blossoming romance. 
This movie will make you laugh out loud, and it will bring tears to your eyes. 
“The Intouchables” tells an inspiring message of hope, regardless of one’s social 
class or physical disabilities. The brilliant camera work and a flawless cast convey 
the emotionally moving, yet somehow comedic, story of Philippe and Driss. 
If you see one film this year, make it “The Intouchables.” It will not disappoint 
you.

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The intouchables

  • 1. Michelle Tedder COM 3363 December 1, 2014 “The Intouchables”: A Must See Film If it has been a while since you’ve completely lost yourself in a film, it is time you saw “The Intouchables.” This French film tells the story of a wealthy paraplegic, Philippe, who hires Driss, an edgy man from the projects, to assist him in his daily routines. Emotional scenes combine with humorous moments to tell an inspiring true story that is well worth the movie ticket. The movie begins with Driss, played by Omar Sy, halfheartedly interviewing for the caregiver position with the sole purpose of getting a signature from the interviewee in order to receive benefits. Though it is obvious that Driss is uninterested in the position, Philippe (Françoiz Cluzet) insists that he returns the next day to pick up his signed paper. Driss then goes to the apartment where he lives with his aunt and several cousins after being in jail for months. The stark contrast between Philippe’s luxurious mansion and Driss’ tiny, cramped apartment is unmistakable. The juxtaposition becomes most evident in a scene where Driss tries to take a bath in a bathtub he can hardly fit in. He is surrounded by his younger cousins who won’t leave him alone and continue to use the hot water to brush their teeth. The next morning, he returns to Philippe’s mansion to collect his signature, but is first taken on a tour of the estate. Driss is particularly impressed the caregiver’s living quarters and is completely captivated by the huge bathtub.
  • 2. At first, Driss seems to only take the job for the new lifestyle that comes with it, but his relationship with Philippe develops into a deep friendship. Philippe teaches Driss about classical music and art appreciation, even inspiring Driss to create a work of art. In return, Driss shows Philippe how to live again. When preparing to leave the mansion, Philippe heads towards a van made for handicapped people. Driss refuses to get in the van and instead suggests they take the unused Maserati. Philippe insists that “that one’s less suitable,” but Driss doesn’t take no for an answer. The two get in the sports car and after revving the engine, Driss’ eyes fill with amazement and Philippe laughs, as if he had been reminded of the forgotten thrill of being in the car. This seems to be a pattern throughout the film. Philippe has been made to feel like he cannot do many things because of his disability, but Driss reminds his friend that he is capable of much more than he thinks. Driss, at times, seems completely ignorant of the fact that Philippe has a handicap at all. For example, Driss carelessly hands Philippe the phone at one point, and though he obviously could not hold it by himself, Philippe seemed somehow empowered that someone had forgotten about his inability to do such a simple thing. Philippe’s love life is often a topic of conversation. They speak of his first love before her tragic death. Philippe passionately says, “my real handicap isn’t being in the chair, it’s living without her.”
  • 3. Philippe also confides in Driss about his epistolary relationship with a woman named Eléonore. Through a series of discussions, Driss gives Philippe the confidence he needs to make the next move in the blossoming romance. This movie will make you laugh out loud, and it will bring tears to your eyes. “The Intouchables” tells an inspiring message of hope, regardless of one’s social class or physical disabilities. The brilliant camera work and a flawless cast convey the emotionally moving, yet somehow comedic, story of Philippe and Driss. If you see one film this year, make it “The Intouchables.” It will not disappoint you.