The Upside
2019 · 2h 6m · Comedy, Drama · United States of America · Rated PG-13 (US)
Based on a true story.
Phillip is a wealthy quadriplegic who needs a caretaker to help him with his day-to-day routine in his New York penthouse. He decides to hire Dell, a struggling parolee who's trying to reconnect with his ex and his young son. Despite coming from two different worlds, an unlikely friendship starts to blossom.
Directed by
Neil BurgerWritten by
Jon Hartmere7.1Smart score
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based on true storycaregiverclass differencesdisabled personfeelgoodhandicappedinterracial friendshipmale nurseman in wheelchairquadriplegiaremakerich mansocial differences
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