Jim Carrey

‘The Mask’ (1994) stands out even in Carrey’s big year

Has anyone had a better three films in one year than Jim Carrey’s 1994? He broke into the mainstream with “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective” and

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‘Kick-Ass 2’ (2013) finds its groove

Writer-director Jeff Wadlow, taking the reins from Matthew Vaughn, delivers a funnier and more focused “Kick-Ass 2” (2013). It’s formulaic, but that makes it better

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‘Batman Forever’ (1995) is a grating mess

With “Gotham” returning for its final season this month, I’m looking back at past “Batman” projects from the perspective of someone who enjoyed “The Animated

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‘The Cable Guy’ review

“The Cable Guy” — As a lonely, misunderstood man trying to make a friend other than his TV set, Jim Carrey delivers his best dramatic performance.

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‘Ace Ventura: Pet Detective’ review

“Ace Ventura: Pet Detective” — To quote Lisa Simpson, “Jim Carrey can make us laugh with no more than a frantic flailing of his limbs.” Before

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‘Bruce Almighty’ review

My “Bruce Almighty” review, Brainerd Dispatch, May 29, 2003

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‘Dumb and Dumber’ review

My “Dumb and Dumber” Completely Random Slice of Pop Culture review, Brainerd Dispatch, May, 22, 2008

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‘The Truman Show’ review

“The Truman Show” – One of the major themes of “The Truman Show” is how easily people can be manipulated, and the movie itself is

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‘Me, Myself and Irene’ review

“Me, Myself and Irene” — The Farrelly brothers’ latest film has plenty of their trademark disgusting images, but it’s short on laughs. The film’s saving graces are

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Carrey, Daniels totally redeem themselves with ‘Dumb and Dumber To’ (Movie review)

“Dumb and Dumber To” opens with Jim Carrey’s Lloyd Christmas revealing his 20-year fake stupor to best bud Harry Dunne (Jeff Daniels) with a “Gotcha!” Harry

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