Truly Enjoyable

Rating: 8/10 (2 December 1999)

This movie once again shows Jim Carrey's eclectic talent. He seems born to follow in Mr. Kaufman's footsteps. Considering his own personal love and admiration of Andy Kaufman, he gives the role a warmth that even the people who used to hate Andy Kaufman will enjoy. I personally loved him for his crazy humor, even though I was not old enough to appreciate his genius in his time. It was very moving as I felt that I was experiencing it first hand. Carrey plays Kaufman with a haunting reality. I see a nomination in the future..hopefully this will make up for the one he should have gotten for Truman Show (even though I am still pretty sure that Kevin Spacey will walk away with it). There are some fabulous cameos in the movie, which also hint at how much people miss him. It also lets in on the secrets that people might still not know. I actually went with someone who has never seen anything Andy Kaufman has done...and I still think she is confused...but in any event. I highly recommend this film. It is touching, well acted and well directed.