A Brilliant Movie with Brilliant Performances

Rating: 10/10 (20 August 2008)

I don't know what it was about this movie that made it so great. The direction itself was not incredible. The extras' performances weren't stellar. But what makes this a true American classic is its emotional connection. By the time it's finished, you'll be cheering for Truman (Jim Carrey) and feeling like you've known him your whole life--literally.
The film's premise is simple but novel. Truman is a guy who lives in a world that's perfect--too perfect. As time goes on, he starts to suspect that something is wrong with that world. Clues begin popping up that eventually affirm his suspicion that all is not right, and for the rest of the film he sets about trying to fix that.
Jim Carrey isn't usually my favourite guy, but in this movie, he was simply amazing. Likable, funny, and easy to empathise with, this is easily one of the best performances of his acting career. All of his main supporting actors are great too, and you'll recognise all of them.
No matter what kind of person you are, no matter what kind of movies you like, "The Truman Show" will be enjoyable to you. I promise.