Rating: Summary: Heavenly Funny! Review: What can I say about this movie? Well, it's one hilarious and heavenly funny film!!! Jim Carrey truly brings out the best of him in this movie and his comical antics are such fantastic. One of Carrey's best films since his performance as 'The Mask'.'Bruce Almighty' is more entertaining and funniest movie of the year. Not only it has the sense of humor but also the inspiring message behind the wacky story...that how much we avoid or turn away from His presence, He is always there and assuring that He watches over us and He is not deaf to not to answer our prayers. He is Listening to you. If you want your troubles to go away, why not try to watch this movie and surely, problems can be overcome through prayers like what the movie is also telling us.
Rating: Summary: A Funny Movie With Heart Review: Bruce Nolan is a news reporter who never gets any good stories and believes that God hates him.But one day Bruce's pager rings and he calls the number which gives him an address.After going there he discovers a man (Morgan Freeman) and claims he's God and tells Bruce that he'll give him all his powers.When Bruce discovers that he actually has the power he rights a few wrongs in his life including his dog which prefers going to the bathroom on a chair then outside,Evan Baxter a newsreporter who takes all the credit for things that Bruce does,and making sex better bewtween him and his girlfriend Grace played by Jennifer Aniston.Grace is a preschool teacher who loves Bruce more than anything and doesn't like the new more powerful Bruce although she knows nothing about his new found powers.The movie is utterly hilarious and likeable and is a far step up from his past films including 2002s flop The Majestic (which I actually liked).But in this movie it give Carrey a chance to not only show his comedic side but also his dramatic side as well without people walking out of the movie theatre.The film has a great cast and a funny script from Steve Oderkerk among others.It is also from director Tom Shadyac who previously directed Carrey in "Ace Ventura:Pet Detective" and "Liar,Liar".But the first time you see this movie you can't help laughing allthough the movie might get old after you watch it a couple times,this is a great Jim Carrey film and is purely a great comedy.
Rating: Summary: Great movie! Review: I think this is Jim Carrey's best movie. It is funny and serious as well. Overall: GREAT!
Rating: Summary: Fun! Review: This film was christmas gift to out daughter. Jim Carrey finds himself with all the powers of the Almighty. Through humor and crisis, this dvd gets its point across without suffocating the viewer. (take note of the symbolism of the golden calf during the party scene in the mansion.) I recommend this film to anyone who wants to relax to a fun film and leave the movie thinking a bit. Only one rough word but, given film today, I think the movie gets the job done. Highly recommend!
Rating: Summary: Bashful's DVD Summary #016 Review: Best: 1) It was hilarious much of the time and the premise was imaginative. 2) It makes you think about how much responsibility God (or Bruce, temporarily) must have if he really intervenes in people's everyday lives. 3) You get the feeling that a lesson was learned and life will be better once Bruce goes back to being a regular guy again. 4) There are special features including a documentary, outtakes and director commentary. Worst: 1) They missed a lot of seemingly obvious God jokes (but, of course, they can't include everything). 2) The negative ramifications of Bruce's God-powered antics (like bringing the moon closer to the earth just to create a romantic setting to impress his girlfriend) was greatly underplayed. 3) The choice of Morgan Freeman for the role of God seemed bizarre to me. I doubt that few people envision God looking like Morgan Freeman (but hey, who knows). Recommendation: It's fun - it's got features - you'll probably watch it again - get it.
Rating: Summary: It's funny but... Review: just watch the kids. the language in here is definitely not appropriate for the younger set. we have let our 9 year old watch other pg-13 disks, but this is one we should have waited on...
Rating: Summary: Man of a Thousand Faces Review: All I can say is if you want to laugh your pants off check this movie out. Jim Carrey, thus far, is at his best in Bruce Almighty. His comedic rapport bears similarities to his characters in The Mask and Ace Ventura, and there's no denying how funny this guy really is -- he is definitely going to join the ranks of all the great comedians, such as Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, Milton Berle, Sid Caesar, Soupy Sales (maybe I should just list the entire ensemble cast of all those 1950s movies, variety shows, and sitcoms), and a list too numerous to mention. Supporting Carrey in the film are Jennifer Aniston, Morgan Freeman, and Sam the dog. This movie is also a touching film that grapples with the emotions -- the romance between Carrey and Aniston and the other issues in relation to the human heart. Words can't really describe this film, but only that it is a must to see if you want to wet your pants or hyperventilate laughing. I guarantee if you're looking for humor, you will find it in this gem of a movie.
Rating: Summary: Jim Carrey "Carreys" on his rep Review: When i first saw the previews for this movie it didn't appeal to me at all, by i rented it the other day and i truly have to say, i enjoyed it, im not saying its a must go out and buy, but if your a JC fan maybe you should.
Rating: Summary: Divine Work From A Little Devil Review: Bruce Almighty reunites funny man Jim Carrey with his Liar, Liar director Tom Shadyac. The end result is another sprited collaboration that allows for Carrey flex his comic muscles and for viewers to a good time. Bruce Nolan (Carrey) is about to turn 40 and feels that the world is out to get him. He has a job as a TV reporter that's going nowhere and not even his main squeeze Grace (Jennifer Aniston) can help him. After an encounter with GOD (Morgan Freeman), Bruce is endowed with devine powers, in order to see if he can do any better. Carrey is allowed to do his thing, while still sticking to the story, and he once again proves that given the right material, he can really strut his stuff. Some sequences are genuinely the laugh out loud kind. Freeman, who rarely disappoints, and Aniston, prove that they can both hold their own with "rubber face" Shadyac and Carrey make a good team, and despite a few minor hiccupps, they have another winner here. The DVD loses points for its skimpy extras. Sure, things are solid, but there's just not enough here. Freeman and Aniston are surprisingly absent from the festivities...and it shows. The audio commentary from Shadyac is good enough for some insight but would have benefited with comments from others. The Process of Jim featurette has the director showcasing Carrey on the set. Along with at least 15 deleted scenes and a few outtakes, there's certainly enough smiles to go around but...Topping off the extras are the usual filmographies and the film's theatrical trailer. Bruce Almighty is a must see if you liked Liar Liar. Just forgive the powers that be for shortchanging the extras and you should be fine.
Rating: Summary: Delightful material!! Review: This movie is vintage Jim Carrey!! I laughed at almost every scene. The screenplay was structured properly and the roles were more on-point than any comedy I have ever seen. Carrey's hits include "The Mask," "Ace Ventura," "Liar, Liar," and it seems like we're use to all the lovable characters that he creates. There is no other comic that has the ability to bring joy out of you, make you laugh out loud, and make you cry all in the same instance. One thing that will grip you is how the plot leaves you intrigued. Carrey plays the highly-spirited Bruce Nolan, a newscaster who gives the people the "lighter side" of news. Everyone appreciates his moral demeanor, except for himself. He has a promising relationship with his wife-to-be, Grace (played by Jennifer Aniston) and what keeps their relationship strong is how firmly she believes in him and has great faith in God. While Grace is spiritually motivated, Bruce feels as if God is "picking on him" because he wants the anchor job that his nemesis, Evan (played by Steve Carell) is picked to get. So when Evan gets the job, Bruce loses it during a "live" session and is fired from his job. He often seeks God (played by Morgan Freeman) to give him a sign and finally encounters Him. So in order to get what he wants from God, He endows Bruce with his powers to see if He can help others as well as himself any better. This movie is basically a testimony for those who have finally found a revelation and a relationship with God in the midst of their tattered life. You can also pray so much where you only want God to always meet your needs. God helps everyone. Bruce finally realizes that he must be able to forgive and put others first before himself when he and Grace briefly separate and he almost loses his life. This a delightful tale and every scene is pretty much a riot. From the Latin thugs in the alley with the monkey, to the gibberish-talking Evan scene, Bruce Almighty is a heaven-sent comedy for the ages.
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