Writer Makes the Case for 'Liar Liar' as a Feelgood Classic
In a Guardian tribute series on feelgood films, a writer makes the case for Jim Carrey's 1997 comedy 'Liar Liar' as an underappreciated pick.
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A writer for The Guardian makes the case for Jim Carrey's 1997 comedy "Liar Liar" as a feelgood film, as part of a recurring series in which contributors pay tribute to movies they turn to for a lift.
The piece describes the film as a surprising favorite compared to more typical picks like "Goodfellas," "It's a Wonderful Life," and "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," which the writer lists among personal standbys.
The Guardian's excerpt suggests the piece praises Carrey's performance as central to the film's appeal, though the full extent of the writer's argument, including specific scenes or reasons for the film's lasting impact, was not detailed.
"Liar Liar," released in 1997, starred Carrey as a lawyer who is unable to tell a lie for 24 hours after his son's birthday wish comes true, and was a commercial success upon release.
The report did not indicate whether the piece addressed the film's critical reception at the time or its legacy in Carrey's broader filmography.
Sources
- ‘Should have garnered the actor an Oscar’: why Liar Liar is my feelgood movie — The Guardian — Culture
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