He was often considered a controversial figure. Either entertaining people or offending them. Whatever the case may be, he was an interesting and original character. Played to almost perfection by one of the best comedic actors of this generation. Our pick is the 1999 film "Man on the Moon".
"Man on the Moon" tells the biography of comedian Andy Kaufman (played by Jim Carrey). From his early childhood growing up on Long Island NY, to his stint on the hit show "Taxi", in addition to his antics as the inter gender wrestling champ. Andy Kaufman worked in an environment where his stage was his life. So when he was diagnosed with terminal cancer, was that real or fake? That was Andy Kaufman.
Andy Kaufman certainly didn't live a dull life, and Jim Carreys performance was nothing short of amazing. Capturing the facial expressions and mannerisms Andy often made, but more than that..he captured the persona.
"Man on the Moon" is a movie that should have had more Oscar buzz. Although he won a Golden Globe for this role, Jim Carrey gives arguably the best performance of his career. Even more than his performance was the execution of the film itself. Directed masterfully by Milos Forman, "Man on the Moon" was an entertaining and good film. This week take the time and watch "Man on the Moon". Until next time happy viewing.
by
Joe Talmage
webmoviepick@gmail.com
"Man on the Moon" trailer
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