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Upgraded
2024 104 min United Kingdom, United States of America R 18+
★6.5
Romance, Comedy
Director: Carlson Young
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Description
Ana is an ambitious intern dreaming of a career in the art world while trying to impress her demanding boss Claire. When she's upgraded to first class on a work trip, she meets handsome Will, and Ana pretends to be her boss– a white lie that sets off a glamorous chain of events, romance and opportunity, until her fib threatens to surface.
Starring
Camila Mendes
Actor
Archie Renaux
Actor
Marisa Tomei
Actor
Awards
1 nomination total
Key opinion
Upgraded is a standard, formulaic romantic comedy that offers a light, disposable viewing experience. While it successfully utilizes the charm of its lead actors, critics remain sharply divided over the predictability of the plot and the morality of its central resolution.
| Originality | The film follows a highly predictable, formulaic structure that lacks creative surprises. | |
| Acting | The chemistry between Camila Mendes and Archie Ren creates a cute and engaging central pairing. | |
| Acting | Performances are inconsistent, with some viewers finding the cast charming while others feel the leads are miscast. | |
| Ending | The film's resolution is controversial, as it frames the protagonist's dishonest career advancement as a positive outcome. |