Reda Kateb (A Prophet) and Vincent Cassel are two friends from different faiths who found a pair of charitable organisations...
Reda Kateb (A Prophet) and Vincent Cassel are two friends from different faiths who found a pair of charitable organisations for children with autism in this uplifting, French true-story comedy. BAFTA nominees Olivier Nakache and Éric Toledano (The Intouchables) direct.
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82 %11 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
84 %19 reviewsAudience score rating
"…has moments of grace and the little victories it chronicles are heart-warming enough to make a film that earns our affection as well as our patience."
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FilmInk
FilmInk"...the pace cannot match The Intouchables’ boundless energy. Although there are some affecting moments of kindness and compassion, and good messaging around how to treat people with autism, this is more gruelling than engaging."
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New Zealand Listener
New Zealand Listener"At turns, life-affirming, tear and rage-inducing, make sure you check out The Extraordinary before the inevitable English language remake."
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Stuff
Stuff"The Specials is a rare film that comes both from the heart and reality: it's a potent mix which allows access to a hidden subject yet welcomes the audience in with grace and humour."
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Screen Daily
Screen Daily"Not special enough."
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Hollywood Reporter
Hollywood Reporter""The Specials," in the end, is not a very compelling movie."
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Variety
VarietyThe Extraordinary (The Specials) | Details
- Runtime
- 114
- Genre
- Drama
- Country of origin
- France
