Review of Man on the Moon (1999) by Tony G — 15 Dec 2012
Jim Carrey's uncanny impersonation of Andy Kaufman is both the film's grand triumph but also its potential downfall. There's nothing outside of his performance that gives "Man on the Moon" any substance.
Milos Forman orchestrates the film like a hurried timeline of vignettes. It doesn't take you anywhere special. There's not a good sense of what made Kaufman tick. But there's enough in "Man on the Moon" to keep you watching as Kaufman was a fascinatingly unique individual and Carrey brings him to life.
It's just that the life he's portraying doesn't reveal anything behind the genius.
This review of Man on the Moon (1999) was written by Tony G on 15 Dec 2012.
Man on the Moon has generally received positive reviews.
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