The 2016 French-Belgian romantic comedy ( Un homme à la hauteur ) stars Jean Dujardin and Virginie Efira . While it is often praised for its charming leads, it has faced significant criticism regarding its technical execution and handling of its central premise. Review Summary
: A major point of contention is the decision to cast 6ft-tall Jean Dujardin and use digital shrinking effects rather than casting an actor of restricted growth. Reviewers from The Guardian and Empire noted that the visual effects often looked "crude" or "distracting," with Alexandre’s size appearing inconsistent from scene to scene. Up For Love
: Diane, a beautiful lawyer, falls for Alexandre, a brilliant and successful architect who happens to be 4ft 5in tall. The film follows Diane as she navigates her own prejudices and the social judgment of others. The 2016 French-Belgian romantic comedy ( Un homme
“Aside from the unconvincing visual-effects and above-waist framing, it makes Alexandre's plight ring utterly false, and renders Diane far harder to like.” www.empireonline.com · 9 years ago Review: "Up for Love," starring Jean Dujardin | The GATE Reviewers from The Guardian and Empire noted that