In literature and cinema, we often see characters that help the main character in his difficult journey: in The Lord of the Rings, Sam helps Frodo, in the Witcher saga, Dandelion takes care of Geralt, etc. But we like stories about partners acting as equals better. As a rule, they are completely opposite in character and first compete, then unite for a common goal. And together they become stronger. We have collected films and TV series that will solve all kinds of problems with partners.
“Good Friends”, dir. Shane Black (2016)
What happens when a weak private investigator becomes the partner of a ruthless bone crusher? However, these two must join forces to find the missing girl. Where the mind is weak, fists come to the rescue. Together they manage to solve a complex case related to the porn industry. The captive partners were played by Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling.
“Green Book”, dir. Peter Farrelly (2018)
A story about the friendship of opposites that can only be sincerely compared to the movie “1+1”.
The story is set in the 1960s, when segregation was still present in the southern states. That’s the destination for nightclub bouncer Tony, who accepts a part-time job to accompany the brilliant African-American Don Shirley on his musical tour. At first Tony is put off by the sissy musician’s elegant demeanor, but along the way they begin to understand each other better. Tony helps Don get rid of problems, and he, in turn, helps him rethink his attitude towards people and instill a taste for beauty. Starring Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali.
“Amsterdam”, dir. David O. Russell (2022)
Two friends injured during World War I meet an eccentric nurse in the hospital. After spending a few fun days in Amsterdam, they go in search of happiness. However, fate brings them together again, but this time they become the prime suspects of a murder. To restore justice, the heroes will have to uncover the most shocking conspiracy in American history.
Starring Christian Bale, John David Washington and Margot Robbie.
“True Detective” (2014-…)
The first season of True Detective was remembered for the ruthless detective duo Rust Cohle and Marty Hart, played by Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harelson. By the way, the actors are friends in real life.
The event takes place in Louisiana in three time periods: 1995, 2002 and 2012. Police are making no progress in the investigation of a girl’s strange murder and call on experienced detectives to help. Together they delve into the world of ritual murders and learn that the culprit is somehow connected to an illegal cult.
“Dirk Gently’s Detective Agency” (2016 – 2017)
Hotel employee Todd Brotzman’s life is turned upside down when he witnesses the murder of a wealthy guest and four crazy men trashing his apartment. In the midst of this chaos, she meets an eccentric man in a yellow jacket who introduces himself as “holistic” detective Dirk Gently and offers to be friends. Unexpectedly, Todd agrees, and now the partners investigate a series of complex cases together. Starring Elijah Wood and Samuel Barnett.
“Devil” (2016-2017)
In the South Korean drama Demon, the love story between a daokkaebi (demon) and a girl who sees ghosts is much less exciting than the main character’s relationship with the angel of death. Moreover, their fates are intertwined with a dark story from a past life. At first they are at odds with each other, but later they become excellent partners. The duet was performed by Gong Yoo and Lee Dong-wook.
“Sherlock” (2010-2017)
Of course, we can’t forget the best duo ever: the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson, played by Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman.
The record, which consists of 7 movies and TV series about partners who will solve all kinds of problems, was first published on The Fashion Vibes.
Source: People Talk
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