The Rise of Jim Carrey

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

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 Follow our brand new Facebook page as well! facebook.com/Podcast.TheRise

07-11
41:00

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. Follow our brand new Facebook page as well! facebook.com/Podcast.TheRise

06-26
40:37

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? Follow our brand new Facebook page as well! facebook.com/Podcast.TheRise

06-13
45:42

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.  Follow our brand new Facebook page as well! facebook.com/Podcast.TheRise

05-29
49:04

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. 

05-16
42:29

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!

05-02
45:08

A Christmas Carol

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

12-13
41:02

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! 

11-29
51:06

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.

07-12
54:00

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. 

06-28
39:13

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?

06-14
53:26

Fun with Dick and Jane

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

05-31
59:39

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!

04-12
46:50

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.  

03-01
41:43

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.

02-09
40:38

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. 

01-26
52:24

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. 

12-22
55:42

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.

12-08
43:24

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.

09-02
51:24

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. 

08-17
57:49

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