Love Is Overrated

2025 · 97 min · FR · 6.6 (184 votes)

Dir. Mourad Winter · Starring Hakim Jemili, Laura Felpin, Benjamin Tranié, Abdulah Sissoko, Alassane Diong, Steve Tientcheu · Music Bachar Khalifé

ComedyRomanceDrama

Diagnosed «crap with girls» by his friends, Anis’ love life has barely a pulse. Three years after the loss of Isma, his best friend and mentor, Anis takes his courage in both hands and decides finally to get out and meet people again. And the person he meets is Madeleine. Thinking she’s way out of his league, Anis gets tangled in a web of silly lies trying to impress her. But something huge is about to start. An unexpected thing. A thing called love.

VIBE

This film offers a tender, often awkward, yet ultimately hopeful journey through navigating new connections after loss. It’s a charming exploration of vulnerability and the messy, heartwarming path to self-acceptance, wrapped in relatable humor and genuine emotion. A truly feel-good experience.

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