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Liar Liar
1997 86 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★7.4
Comedy, Fantasy
Director: Tom Shadyac
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Description
Forced by his son's birthday wish, fast-talking attorney and habitual liar Fletcher Reede must tell the truth for the next 24 hours.
Budget:
$45M
US Gross:
$181.41M
Worldwide:
$302.71M
Starring
Jim Carrey
Actor
Maura Tierney
Actor
Amanda Donohoe
Actor
Awards
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1998
— Best Comedy Performance
Golden Globe 1998
— Best Actor (Comedy or Musical)
Key opinion
Liar Liar is widely regarded as a quintessential Jim Carrey comedy that balances slapstick physical humor with a sentimental exploration of honesty and family bonds. While some viewers criticize the film for its shallow plot and occasionally crude humor, it remains a beloved staple that effectively utilizes Carrey's unique, high-energy performance style.
| Acting | Jim Carrey's peak-era physical comedy and improvisational energy anchor the film, consistently generating laughs through his unique brand of zaniness. | |
| Screenplay | The central premise—a lawyer forced by his son's wish to speak only the truth for 24 hours—provides a strong, engaging foundation for both comedic chaos and moral reflection. | |
| Emotion | The emotional core of the film effectively hinges on the father-son relationship, providing a touching contrast to the protagonist's professional dishonesty. | |
| Acting | Opinions on Carrey's performance are divided: some view his signature overacting as a charming and essential component of his comedic genius, while others find the unrestrained antics to be excessive or juvenile. | |
| Theme | The film’s tone is a subject of debate, with some finding it a clever and insightful satire on social hypocrisy, while others characterize it as a simple, occasionally crude, or shallow family comedy. |