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Upgraded

  • 2024
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  • 1h 44m
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Camila Mendes and Archie Renaux in Upgraded (2024)
It follows Ana, an aspiring art intern who is invited on a last-minute work trip to London by her super boss, meeting the handsome and wealthy William on the plane.
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Ana, an ambitious intern at an art auction house in New York City, misrepresents herself to a handsome wealthy man as the director. As their romance develops, her deception creates challenge... Read allAna, an ambitious intern at an art auction house in New York City, misrepresents herself to a handsome wealthy man as the director. As their romance develops, her deception creates challenges that threaten her career and relationship.Ana, an ambitious intern at an art auction house in New York City, misrepresents herself to a handsome wealthy man as the director. As their romance develops, her deception creates challenges that threaten her career and relationship.

  • Director
    • Carlson Young
  • Writers
    • Christine Lenig
    • Justin Matthews
    • Luke Spencer Roberts
  • Stars
    • Camila Mendes
    • Archie Renaux
    • Marisa Tomei
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.1/10
    30K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,566
    85
    • Director
      • Carlson Young
    • Writers
      • Christine Lenig
      • Justin Matthews
      • Luke Spencer Roberts
    • Stars
      • Camila Mendes
      • Archie Renaux
      • Marisa Tomei
    • 124User reviews
    • 56Critic reviews
    • 59Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    Camila Mendes
    Camila Mendes
    • Ana
    Archie Renaux
    Archie Renaux
    • William
    Marisa Tomei
    Marisa Tomei
    • Claire
    Lena Olin
    Lena Olin
    • Catherine
    Anthony Head
    Anthony Head
    • Julian Marx
    Thomas Kretschmann
    Thomas Kretschmann
    • Arnold Grant
    Grégory Montel
    Grégory Montel
    • Gerard Abel
    • (as Gregory Montel)
    Rachel Matthews
    Rachel Matthews
    • Suzette
    Fola Evans-Akingbola
    Fola Evans-Akingbola
    • Renee
    Aimee Carrero
    Aimee Carrero
    • Vivian
    Andrew Schulz
    Andrew Schulz
    • Ronnie
    Saoirse-Monica Jackson
    Saoirse-Monica Jackson
    • Amy
    Matteo Lane
    Matteo Lane
    • Sovereign Air Lounge Escort
    Juliet Agnes
    • Ticket Agent
    Akshay Shah
    Akshay Shah
    • Flight Attendant
    Jack Hewitt
    Jack Hewitt
    • Billy
    Renny Krupinski
    Renny Krupinski
    • Joe
    Chloe Wade
    Chloe Wade
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      • Carlson Young
    • Writers
      • Christine Lenig
      • Justin Matthews
      • Luke Spencer Roberts
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    Reviewers say 'Upgraded' is a romantic comedy with themes of self-discovery and modern relationships, drawing comparisons to 'The Devil Wears Prada' and 'Cinderella'. Camila Mendes' performance as Ana Santos is praised for its depth, though some find the plot derivative. The film balances nostalgia with contemporary relevance, and its pacing, humor, and lead chemistry receive mixed reactions. Iconic locations and costumes are noted for their appeal, making 'Upgraded' a pleasant, if formulaic, watch for rom-com fans.
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    6Viewpoint11

    It's a cookie cutter movie with familiar charm

    Not much to review here. It's a cookie cutter movie.

    Look, was this the best show ever? No. Has this scenario been done to death? Yes. Was it delusional to think that someone can get away with this? Also, yes. Was this movie predictable? Again, yes. But it did have some subtle charm and familiarity even though we all knew how it was going to end.

    I also don't mind a movie that is predictable as long as it's done well and overall I find that this movie was done well.

    A shout out to Camila Mendes (Ana). I really didn't like Riverdale but she played her character well. She did an amazing job playing the poor protagonist in this movie. I'm looking forward to seeing what she does next.

    Archie Renaux (William) did a great job. I don't think I've seen him in anything before. He did a great job of playing the grounded rich kid that wasn't intoxicated by his wealth. I really appreciated that.

    Marissa Tomei did an amazing job. My favourites were Lena Olin (Catherine) and Anthony Head (Julian Marx). They did a great job. Saoirse-Monica Jackson (Amy) was great too. I loved her in Derry Girls.

    You gotta just take this movie for what it is and go on with life. It's not that serious.
    5ferguson-6

    the faces may change, but ...

    Greetings again from the darkness. There is something to be said for 'fake it 'til you make it', but most of us find bold-faced lying is a bit more difficult to root for. There is also something to be said for keeping to the familiar path, as therein lies safety. Adhering to the familiar is exactly what actress-turned-director Carlson Young has accomplished with the script from co-writers Christine Lenig, Luke Spencer Roberts, and Justin Matthews. We know where this is headed once we hear Anna interpret a piece of art she has mounted (without permission) in the small apartment her sister and (overly boisterous) brother-in-law have allowed her to stay since she's in debt and without income.

    Anna (Camila Mendes, "Riverdale) is chasing her dream of owning an art gallery, and has relocated to NYC for an internship at an art auction house run by dragon-boss Claire DuPont (Oscar winner Marisa Tomei in full Miranda Priestley mode). The Romantic Comedy formula kicks in pretty quickly as Anna gets a break at work and is invited to accompany Claire and her 'mean girl' minions to London for a big auction. Those minions (Fola Evans-Akingbola and Rachel Matthews) act as cruel stepmoms to Anna's Cinderella. The required meet-cute happens after Anna's titular upgrade to first class. While enjoying the airport spa, Anna accidentally dumps her Bloody Mary on rich boy Will's high-dollar clothes and shoes.

    Anna and Will (Archie Reneax, THE GREATEST BEER RUN EVER, 2022) are of course seated next to each other in first class for the transatlantic flight. It's at this point where she chooses to avoid clarifying her role at the auction house, allowing Will (he's rich and he adores kids!) to believe she's the youngest Director in company history. This lie spirals as Anna weaves her way into the daily life of princely Will and his wealthy mom Catherine (Lena Olin, her must see film is THE UNBEARABLE LIGHTNESS OF BEING, 1988). Supporting work comes from Anthony Head as dead-by-design artist Julian Marx, and Thomas Kretschmann (KING KONG, 2005) as Arnold, the head of the company.

    Every step of the story is predictable, and no apologies are necessary since this is precisely what fans of Hallmark Movies can't get enough of. Ms. Mendes flashes the charm required for the role, and she's surrounded by some other very talented folks. For those who prefer a bit more depth to characters and storylines, you likely already know this one's not made for you. But for those who find pleasantry in the safe path with no surprise twists ... a journey where the lovely liars get all the breaks since their heart is in the right place ... this one's for you.

    Opens on February 9, 2024 on Prime Video.
    6Jblum5

    The Devil Wears... Old Navy

    Upgraded tells the story of an overworked, unappreciated intern aspiring to work in the high end art world. She is upgraded to first class on a flight and it sets off a chain of events that get her further and further in over her head.

    First I threw this movie on as background fodder and I enjoyed it significantly more than I expected to. It has a "Devil wears Prada" feel where Marisa Tomei's character (and her assistants) are just impossibly rude and unlikable. It can get downright depressing as you see this hardworking girl just straight abused by the people she wants to be impressing. There are some decent comedic elements here and while they sometimes land, sometimes fall flat on their face, it helps break up the tension. The cast of characters introduced in act two are enjoyable and fun to spend time with, in contract to who we meet at the start of the film.

    There are some issues with this movie. It can feel terribly cheesy at points. The story takes too many many unbelievable, "that would never happen, what the heck is going on?' moments that a better script could have avoided. Also - the main character can be downright selfish and hard to root for at many points in the story and I think it they wanted us so badly to root for her. Without getting into any spoilers - the ending feels unearned and should have been reworked to fit the story they were actually telling.

    Overall for its straight to streaming feel, this is one of the better films of its type. It isn't a 'must watch' but a solid piece of cinema you can throw on at the end of a bad day.

    3 out of 5 stars.
    6PerryAtTheMovies

    It's got its moments....

    6.6/10 (Semi-Recommend)

    This film was a bit better than I expected. The acting isn't half bad. It's a little off from one or two, but the overall chemistry, whether good blood or bad, works well. The story is decent told, but it feels too overused at this point. Cute girl bumps into cute guy on travels and they fall for each other. The pacing is good. Everything clips along at a good pace. Barely any downtime throughout. My biggest peeve is how much the sound fluctuates. It will go from very loud to very quiet and everything in-between. Overall, it does work out to be a decently enjoyable film and is possibly worth at least one watch through if you're into the semi-cheesy romcom genre.

    That's all for now. Thank you for taking the time to read my review. Until next time.... Enjoy the show!
    7phd_travel

    Working Girl type American in London rom com

    Liked the tone of this show. Self deprecating humor. Camilla Mendes stars as an auction house assistant who gets upgraded to first class. That leads to her pretending to be her boss. Like Working Girl. These set in Europe rom coms can be a little superficial but this one brings you into the art world. And the scenery doesn't overwhelm the story. The glamorous world of auction houses and art folks in London is a nice change. Things work out quite neatly.

    Marisa Tomei is quite good here as the Devil Wears Prada type boss. Quite a transformation with the accent and persona. Camilla Mendes is watchable and intelligent looking and it is nice to see her out of Riverdale. She can do different and more mature roles now. Lena Olin is quite fun to watch. Archie the love interest isn't well cast. Does not have the privileged vibe.

    She did treat him badly and he told her off but what made him forgive her wasn't shown.

    An entertaining enough watch.

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    • Trivia
      Director Carlson Young can be seen behind Ana on the subway at the start of the movie.
    • Goofs
      Claire turns the box of chocolates sideways, sits back with her hands at the edge of the desk, then as she leans forward to get a chocolate her arms disappear back to the desk's edge and the box has changed direction.
    • Quotes

      Ana: I was going to tell you the truth eventually, I swear. I was trying to find a way to do it without coming off insane, which feels impossible now. I was in over my head and it snowballed.

    • Connections
      Featured in MsMojo: Top 10 Best Kisses of 2024 (2024)
    • Soundtracks
      Chaise Longue
      Written by Hester Chambers, Joshua Mobaraki, Rhian Teasdale

      Published by Domino Publishing Company Ltd

      Performed by Wet Leg

      Courtesy of Domino Recording Company Ltd

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    • Release date
      • February 9, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Ascenso
    • Filming locations
      • Teesside International Airport, St George Way, Darlington, County Durham, England, UK(New York International Airport)
    • Production companies
      • Amazon Studios
      • Gulfstream Pictures
      • Amazon Studios
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 44 minutes
    • Color
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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