My Very Best Friend
My Very Best Friend

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My Very Best Friend

2008
Movie
92 min
French

Esteban and Maxime are inseparable. Their families have always lived in the same Parisian building and Maxime, who has lived alone with his mother, a hard-working attorney, since his father died, has always felt part of Esteban's happy, friendly family. The boys have known each other since birth and consider themselves more than friends, they are brothers. The two friends have secretly made a small attic room the center of their world, where they invent characters and store their disguises and most treasured possessions. But their friendship is threatened when Maxime learns to his dismay that Esteban and his Spanish-born family are moving back to Spain. The two boys dream up a plan that they must soon put into action.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Ariel WinogradGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Emilio, a charming but commitment-phobic advertising executive, believes he's found the perfect woman in Sofia, who seems to embody all the qualities he desires in a girlfriend. However, Sofia has a secret: she is the best friend of Laura, Emilio's ex-girlfriend. As Emilio tries to navigate his new relationship, he finds himself caught between his past and present, with Laura's close friendship with Sofia creating unexpected complications and humorous situations.

Critical Reception

My Very Best Friend was generally well-received by critics and audiences in Argentina, praised for its lighthearted comedic tone, relatable romantic entanglements, and the chemistry between its lead actors. It was considered a successful romantic comedy that offered a pleasant and entertaining viewing experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its witty dialogue and humorous situations arising from the love triangle.

  • Noted for strong performances from the lead cast, particularly Nicolás Cabré and Soledad Fandiño.

  • Considered a charming and enjoyable romantic comedy with a light, entertaining plot.

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Fun Fact

The film's director, Ariel Winograd, went on to direct several other successful Argentine comedies such as 'Vino para robar' and 'Mamá se fue de viaje'.

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