Film: The Truman ShowDirector: Peter Weir
Main Actors: Jim Carey; Laura Linney; Noah Emmerich
Year: 1998
Rating: ☆☆☆ (3 stars)
I've seen quite a few Jim Carey films (Bruce Almighty, The Mask, Ace Ventura), and to be honest always found him or his characters quite grinding. I was actually pleasantly surprised by this film and enjoyed the concept and execution. Carey plays Truman Burbank, an insurance salesman who, unbeknownst to himself, is the subject of a reality TV show. I was told the film is a bit of a prediction of our generation which becomes obsessed with glorifying reality TV stars, however the fact that Truman never sought out fame or celebrity, but was thrust into the limelight without realising it, creates a contrast with the desperate, pathetic fame seeking 'stars' of shows like TOWIE, Big Brother, Geordie Shore etc, making Truman an appealing character. Apparently the cast of the film were banned from mentioning Carrey's past films because he got tired of them making fun of his other work!
I've given the film 3 stars, its an easy watch and entertaining but I won't be watching it again in a hurry. The official trailer is here.
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