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The Rise of Jim Carrey

The Rise of Jim Carrey

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An actor and a filmmaker discussing the films and career of Jim Carrey
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Dark Crimes

The Rise of Jim CarreyJul 11, 2021

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Dark Crimes

Dark Crimes

It's Jim's worst rated film on Rotten Tomatoes and a definite departure from what we've seen from him before. Listen to hear what Dave and Tristan thought of this Polish thriller

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Jul 11, 202141:01
The Bad Batch

The Bad Batch

A very different role for Jim Carrey with a small but powerful performance in the dystopian The Bad Batch. Dave and Tristan discuss if the film lives up to its title.

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Jun 26, 202140:37
Dumb and Dumber To

Dumb and Dumber To

Another week, another sequel. Tristan and Dave jump into this sequel to one of Jim's biggest films. Will they like it a lot? Or will they not bond, James Bond with it?

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Jun 13, 202145:42
Kick Ass 2

Kick Ass 2

Jim is back doing a super hero film! Dave and Tristan discuss this sequel, as well as the little screen time/massive impact Jim has in the film. 

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May 29, 202149:04
The Incredible Burt Wonderstone

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone

Jim takes a supporting role in this magical comedy, as Dave and Tristan enter the Hot Box to discuss his performance. 

May 16, 202142:30
Mr Popper's Penguins

Mr Popper's Penguins

Another fun family film from Jim Carrey. Will Tristan and Dave enjoy this one or will they give it a chilly reception!

May 02, 202145:09
A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol

Dave and Tristan take a stroll into the uncanny valley to look at this festive animation!

Dec 13, 202041:02
I Love You, Phillip Morris

I Love You, Phillip Morris

Jim teams up with Ewan McGregor on this highly bizarre true story! Definitely a fav of Dave and Tristans, listen to hear what they thought! 

Nov 29, 202051:06
Yes Man

Yes Man

Jim's back in the comedy saddle, this time up against the delightful Zooey Deschenel. Will Dave and Tristan say 'Yes' to being one of Jim's better films? Say 'Yes' to listening to this episode to find out.

Jul 12, 202054:01
Horton Hears a Who

Horton Hears a Who

Interestingly this is Jim's first animated film and his second Dr Seuss adaptation. Dave and Tristan dive into Jim vocal performance and get a little deep on the message of the film. 

Jun 28, 202039:13
The Number 23

The Number 23

Jim teams up with Director Joel Schumacher once more. Tristan and Dave discuss Jim’s change in genre. This description contains 23 words. Coincidence?

Jun 14, 202053:27
Fun with Dick and Jane

Fun with Dick and Jane

Have some fun with Dave and Tristan as they discuss this comedy remake with Jim starring alongside Tea Leoni.

May 31, 202059:40
Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events

Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events

Dave and Tristan see if this film from Jim is unfortunate for his career or quite the surprise!

Apr 12, 202046:51
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

One of Jim Carrey's best, looking at a man trying to erase the memory of a relationship gone sour. Check out what Tristan and Dave thought of another huge left turn in Jim's career.  

Mar 01, 202041:43
Bruce Almighty

Bruce Almighty

Dave and Tristan call upon the almighty help try and figure out if this film is B-E-A-Utiful! Teaming back up with Tom Shaydac after working with him on Ace Venture and Liar Liar, Jim is back playing his familiar comedy beats getting the power of God.

Feb 09, 202040:39
The Majestic

The Majestic

Jim gets more dramatic then we've seen of him in this period film from Frank Darabont. Dave and Tristan discuss this turn in Jim's career while getting a little nostalgic at the same time. 

Jan 26, 202052:25
The Grinch Who Stole Christmas

The Grinch Who Stole Christmas

Dave and Tristan find the true meaning of Christmas thanks to Jim Carrey and Ron Howard doing a live adaptation of The Grinch Who Stole Christmas. 

Dec 22, 201955:42
Me, Myself & Irene

Me, Myself & Irene

After a bit of a hiatus the boys are back to tracking the rise of Jim Carrey. Jim is back working with the Farrelly brothers, this time bringing Rene Zellweger along for the ride with Me, Myself and Irene.

Dec 08, 201943:25
The Truman Show

The Truman Show

It's one of Dave and Tristan's all time favourite films, they dive in deep to discuss this very influential, prophetic, complex and interesting film. It's of course directed by an Australian, but that only gives it a bit of a bias.

Sep 02, 201951:25
Liar Liar

Liar Liar

Apologies about the audio in this episode! We were booted from our usual recording booth right as we were due to start recording and had to make do. But Tristan and Dave still have a robust discussion about Jim's big mainstream step with Liar Liar. 

Aug 17, 201957:50
The Cable Guy

The Cable Guy

Time to take a ride on the information super highway as Tristan and Dave discuss this 1996 comedy/thriller. 

Jul 21, 201939:32
Ace Ventura When Nature Calls

Ace Ventura When Nature Calls

Ace Ventura is back! But should he be? Dave and Tristan tackle the wilds of Africa as Ace tries to bring peace to warring tribes by finding the only animal Ace despises. Journey back to this 1995 sequel and we see how When Nature Calls contributed to the Rise of Jim Carrey. 

Jul 07, 201941:01
Batman Forever

Batman Forever

We've passed Jim Carrey's breakout year, now we see him tackle a blockbuster film. Jim is up against Val Kilmer and Nicole Kidman both on their own rise in Hollywood and Tommy Lee Jones off winning an Oscar for The Fugitive. Dave a Tristan talk Batman Forever, let's see if they can sanction this buffoonery?

Jun 23, 201901:04:12
Dumb and Dumber

Dumb and Dumber

We're up to Jim Carrey's third number one film in 1994, Dumb and Dumber. Dave and Tristan revisit this comedy classic, talking poop, headless birds and prothetic tongues. 

Jun 09, 201936:35
The Mask

The Mask

Empowered by the god of mischief, Tristan and Dave put on the Mask to look over Jim Carrey's third film. From public toilet lessons, henchmen haircuts and acting lessons from a dog, the team try to see behind The Mask. 

May 26, 201952:26
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective

Dave and Tristan tackle Jim Carrey's big breakout film. It is one of his most enduring characters, but the film itself hasn't aged too well. The team dive into the highs and lows of this 1994 comedy. 

May 12, 201949:30
Once Bitten

Once Bitten

Dave and Tristan discuss Jim Carrey's first feature film, Once Bitten. 

Apr 28, 201947:40