Over the years, many comedians, fromRobin WilliamstoAdam Sandler, have made the jump from comedy to drama.
Some have succeeded while others probably should have stayed in their lane.
When Jim Carrey started making more dramatic films, it was a big deal.
Audiences were skeptical that the crazy comedian could pull it off.
The film was Jim Carrey’s first psychological thriller and even allowed him to play a dual role.
However, the film failed to connect with audiences.
It would also be Joel Schumacher’s last movie to get a wide theatrical release.
Jim Carrey replacedChristoph Waltzin the lead and it ended up being a role Carrey probably should have turned down.
The movie had a limited release in 2017; critics praised the visuals but criticized its unnecessarily long length.
The studio marketed the film as a comedy, but its dark tone surprised audiences.
Carrey disappeared into the role of Andy and famously remained in character on and off-screen.
Reviews were very positive with critics praising the show’s “poignant examination of grief.”
However, Showtime canceled it after two seasons due to low ratings.
Thefilm was a breakthroughand a game-changer for Carrey, proving he could tackle dramatic material as well as comedy.
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