Unexpectedly stunning

Rating: 10/10 (20 March 2009)

I'm embarrassed to admit that I missed this film first time around.
Finding it in the cheap bin at the local supermarket, I decided to give it a try.
Wow. For those who believe that Jim Carrey is a slapstick actor, with only the ability to play goofy, low brow comedic parts, then watch this film. His performance is extraordinary. It's difficult to keep the lump from your throat in the last moments of the film.
Ed Harris, always a great performer gives a perfect role as the arrogant controller of the TV show that is Trumans (Carreys) life. Other supporting roles are equally well acted.
But it is Carrey who gives a stunning performance, this is no mere walk through of a man out of his depth, it is nothing short of an Oscar wining performance, and that it was completely overlooked just goes to show what a mockery the Oscars can be.
The film is thought provoking and humorous, tension building and provocative, in fact everything a great film should be. What would I change about this film? Nothing. It is a standalone modern classic.