Hilarious and touching at the same time.

Rating: Null/10 (20 June 2003)

I have to say I very much disagree with the notion that this film is "Ace Ventura" retread. Yes, it's a perfect showcase for Mr. Carrey's comedic talents, but it's also the first time I witnessed his ability to really act, in a (slightly) dramatic capacity. This is most evident in the scenes with his "son", and in a pivotal courtroom scene where Fletcher chooses morality over greed, at a personal cost. It's always hard to balance broad comedy with poignancy, but this film does it well, I think. You really care whether he loses his son or redeems himself. This was the beginning of truly great things for Jim Carrey.