Diane, ashamed of her reaction but intrigued by the man behind the voice, agrees to give him a second chance. What follows is a whirlwind romance that challenges everything Diane thought she knew about attraction, status, and what it means to be "up for love."
The catalyst of the story is a forgotten item: Diane leaves her mobile phone at a restaurant. It is found by Alexandre (Jean Dujardin), a charismatic, wealthy, and renowned architect. When Alexandre calls Diane's landline to arrange its return, the two share an immediate, witty, and deeply engaging telephone rapport. Fascinated by his charm, voice, and humor, Diane eagerly agrees to a lunch date the following day. up for love 2016
While the trailer might suggest a standard physical comedy, the film is surprisingly philosophical. It tackles: Diane, ashamed of her reaction but intrigued by
A fascinating, understated theme in Up for Love is the role of technology. The relationship begins through a phone—a disembodied medium where Alexandre is equal to any other man. This mirrors modern dating apps, where height, weight, and age are often statistics to be filtered. When Alexandre calls Diane's landline to arrange its
The film is generally considered a lighthearted rom-com with mild mature themes:
★★★★☆ (4/5) Watch if you like: Amélie , Notting Hill , or intelligent foreign cinema. Streaming availability: Check Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Apple TV (availability varies by region).