The story of Andy Kaufman

Rating: Null/10 (27 March 2001)

Milos Forman directed Man on the Moon (1999) which tells the story of a comedian called Andy Kaufman.Andy himself didn't think himself as a comedian though.He was born 17 January 1949 and died 16 May 1984 on lung cancer.And he didn't even smoke.Jim Carrey plays Kaufman.His manager George Shapiro is played by Danny DeVito and Paul Giamatti plays his best friend and partner Bob Zmuda.Andy's girlfriend Lynne Margulies is played by Kurt Cobain's widow Courtney Love.This is an incredible movie with an incredible cast.Jim Carrey was a perfect choice to play the part of Andy Kaufman.Mr Carrey has proved us that he can get serious if he wants to.DeVito is great as always.The rock lady Courtney Love may sing well but she can also act well.She did a great job also in Milos Forman's People vs. Larry Flynt.Man on the Moon was named after the song that was made by R.E.M.Everything works great in this movie.There are some touching moments and also some funny moments in this film.Before this movie I didn't know practically nothing about Andy Kaufman but after seeing the movie I know a whole lot more.I recommend Man on the Moon for every fan of Andy Kaufman and for those who want to learn more about this mystery called Andy Kaufman.