The Upside

Based on a true story, this film is a fictionalized version of two men, Philip and Dell, on opposite ends of society. 

Philip is a quadriplegic, insanely rich, and lives in a penthouse apartment, owning a garage full of cars he can no longer drive. Dell, conversely, is behind on his child support payments and can’t find a job. Philip is a quadriplegic who needs around the clock care. Dell is hired to care for Philip, with absolutely no experience in the medical field.

Great performances by Brian Cranston as Philip, Kevin Hart as Dell, and Nicole Kidman as Philip’s executive secretary. 

Now on DVD, streaming on Showtime, two stars.