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  • And today we're counting down our picks for the top 10 dramatic Jim Carey performances.

  • E couldn't take a chance telling you, you know, that I couldn't thank you very much for this list.

  • We're looking at Jim Carrey's surprisingly impressive serious roles throughout the years, despite the fact that he's better known for his rubber faced comedy.

  • We will be dealing with some spoilers here, so viewers beware.

  • Which of Kerry's performances do you think best exemplified his dramatic chops?

  • Be sure to let us know in the comments.

  • Number 10.

  • Walter Sparrow.

  • The number 23 Perhaps I should be going No, I want you to see this.

  • Kerry reteamed with Batman Forever director Joel Schumacher for this psychological thriller.

  • And while it may have been panned for its nonsensical plot and execution, Kerry does the best with what he's given.

  • I should have realized the truth.

  • E No, it's absurd, but even the color of his tie betrayed him.

  • The film follows Walter Sparrow, a dog catcher who becomes enamored with a mysterious book.

  • The book tells of a grisly murder, with dark events revolving around the number 23.

  • As Walter dives further down the rabbit hole, he begins to notice disturbing connections to his own life, with the number popping up more frequently, Carey plays the descent into madness.

  • Well, even if his dialogue isn't the strongest, you gotta get out.

  • That's coming for you.

  • I can't stop it.

  • What a Z Walter continues to lose his grip on reality.

  • The audience continues to wish this performance were in a different movie.

  • I'd like to words on my tombstone.

  • What if number nine Colonel Stars and Stripes Kick ass two?

  • What the hell are you?

  • We're the good guys.

  • This sequel to 20 tens Kick Ass may not have lived up to expectations, but it at least added a few interesting new characters.

  • One of those was Jim Carrey's Colonel Stars and Stripes.

  • This twisted version of Captain America led Justice Forever.

  • A group of vigilantes inspired by Kick Ass is work Welcome to Justice Forever.

  • As a reformed gangster, Kerry brought a certain poignant yet ferocious presence to the otherwise fairly comedic material.

  • Oh, try to have fun.

  • Otherwise, what's the point?

  • His desire to make amends for his past was made palpable by carries strong performance.

  • And although he isn't in the movie long, his screen time certainly makes his wish.

  • He had been Number eight.

  • The Hermit.

  • The Bad Batch.

  • In this bizarre, dystopian thriller, Kerry is almost unrecognizable as the hermit Ah, homeless mute who wanders the film's wasteland setting.

  • The bad batch follows Arlen Ah, young woman trying to survive ruthless outcasts in the Texas desert in a stacked cast that includes Jason Momoa, Quiano Reeves and Suki Waterhouse.

  • It's remarkable that Kerry stands out given a smaller role, and it's even Mawr impressive, considering his character doesn't even speak.

  • But if there's one thing he is known for, its his expressive rubber face delivery, he still brings a comic touch to the role, and his helpful yet peculiar nature immediately draws you in Number seven.

  • Ebenezer Scrooge.

  • A Christmas Carol Robert Zemeckis is uncanny.

  • Valley Animation had already been criticized in previous films, and while his third animated feature fares better, it also benefits from Jim Carey giving his all.

  • It will be halted by three spins.

  • That's the Charlton Hoop I'd rather not.

  • Based on the classic Charles Dickens novel, Kerry is fascinating as Ebenezer Scrooge his vibrant facial expressions once again lend themselves well to his performance as carry both voiced and performed motion capture for the character.

  • Mrs Dilber.

  • Merry Christmas.

  • Oh my God!

  • Kerry embodied everything that made the miserly Scrooge a staple of fiction.

  • But he also got the chance to turn in an array of performances since he played Scrooge's Three Ghosts as well.

  • I am the ghost of Christmas present.

  • Look up on May number six.

  • Peter Appleton The Majestic.

  • Just cause it was a box office bomb doesn't mean Kerry didn't turn in a great performance.

  • The Majestic follows blacklisted screenwriter Peter Appleton in the 19 fifties, who gets amnesia following a car accident.

  • After awakening in a small town and being mistaken for a soldier who went missing during World War two, Peter connects with the town citizens and helps them reopen its Onley theater.

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  • It was criticized for being overly long and overly sentimental, but Kerry brought a warmth and vulnerability that he rarely exhibited in his past roles.

  • Nifty, huh?

  • Yeah, The film attempts to be a love letter to small town cinema while navigating the Red Scare and carries.

  • Acting is the element that showcases its themes the most.

  • See, I'm not like Luke Tremble.

  • He had the market cornered on those things.

  • I never met the guy, but I feel like I've gotten to know him.

  • The thing is, I can't help wondering what he'd say.

  • Number five Jeff Carrillo Kidding Showtimes.

  • Short lived kidding.

  • Siri's start Carrie as the host of a Mr Roger's esque show titled Mr Pickles.

  • Puppet Time.

  • But behind the scenes it was all but pleasant.

  • I had a son named Phil.

  • He was once your age.

  • Jeff struggles with keeping up his bright persona following the tragic death of his son, his separation from his wife and dealing with his overbearing producer slash father.

  • Do not help matters.

  • I'm sorry, but this is where we live.

  • Please join us.

  • The show was praised for its examination of grief which was carried by carries layered and deeply personal portrayal.

  • Your parents are failing You mine did and yours do every day.

  • I know this because they leave you with me.

  • It was a fine balance between touching and exceptionally dark Something we've seen carry pull off time and time again low viewership led to its cancelation, and that is a shame for a number of reasons.

  • But first and foremost, because of Kerry's work, reality is the disease.

  • The fantasy is the pill, so it's not alive.

  • It heals.

  • Exactly.

  • Number four.

  • Steven J.

  • Russell I Love You, Phillip Morris.

  • This'll 2009 romantic dramedy follows Kerry is a family man who comes out of the closet following a near death experience to support his new lavish lifestyle.

  • Stephen becomes a con artist.

  • Can I see somebody plays off course you can.

  • Prison is where he meets Ewan McGregor's Philip, a sweet but gullible inmate and the love of Steven's life.

  • There are definitely moments of carries comedic stylings.

  • Here he plays the con man with an eccentric air that is undoubtedly entertaining.

  • I'll come back.

  • How's that?

  • I'll come back later.

  • I'll bring us some coffee.

  • We could talk about why you abandoned May and kept her other two Children.

  • But there are also moments of dramatic panache as Stevens, many plans blow up in his face.

  • It's the moments of genuine love and passion between Stephen and Philip that truly give carry the chance to shine.

  • I couldn't take a chance telling you, you know that I couldn't we Philip, I only did it.

  • So I get here to you.

  • But it just so I could talk.

  • And here I am.

  • Number three.

  • Andy Kaufman, Man on the Moon.

  • Thank you very much.

  • Andy Kaufman was one of the most unique performers of his time.

  • So it stands to reason that Onley, another unique performer, would be able to capture what made him so interesting.

  • It will be great.

  • People will think their TV is broken and they'll get out of their chairs.

  • We'll walk over to the TV, twist the knobs, call the TV store.

  • Hey, I paid a lot of money for that TV.

  • They'll bang on the television won't be able to fix it.

  • Kerry shines as the artist who refused to compromise his vision even if it often clashed with fellow collaborators.

  • He famously delved so deep into the mindset of Kaufman that he stayed in character off camera, sometimes even his Kaufman's alter ego, Tony Clifton.

  • But he nailed all of the tics and mannerisms of Kaufman, resulting in one of his most critically acclaimed roles.

  • You don't know the real me.

  • Mm Hmm.

  • There isn't a real you.

  • Oh, yeah, I forgot.

  • Number two.

  • Truman Burbank.

  • The Truman Show The Truman Show is the earliest example of carries wider range, and his performance proved he was more than the wacky comedian with a highly animated presence way.

  • Spontaneous way.

  • I'm being smooth.

  • Comedian plays the titular Truman Burbank, a man who, unbeknownst to him, has had his entire life fabricated, planned and broadcast to millions of viewers.

  • Everything from his hometown to his marriage has been constructed.

  • As Truman begins to unravel the mystery behind his life, Kerry goes from mild mannered and pleasant to frantic and paranoid.

  • Does this have to wait?

  • Okay.

  • Tell me what's happening.

  • At the time of its release, it took viewers completely by surprise, and it still stands as some of his finest work.

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  • Number one.

  • Joel Barish.

  • Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind High.

  • I'm sorry, I just said Hi.

  • Hi.

  • Hello Hi.

  • Director Michelle Gondry's sci fi romantic drama follows a troubled couple who get each other erased from their memories.

  • As Jim Carey's Joel relives his relationship in reverse, he attempts to run from his decision.

  • I'll give you a sign, Yeah, what is going off?

  • The film was rightfully praised for its unique concept, visuals and the performances of its two leads.

  • Kerry is far from his comfort zone, and the movie is all the better for it.

  • In his hands, Joel is at times reserved and at others tourney apart at the thought of losing his memories of Clementine I Wish I Did.

  • E came back downstairs and you were gone, walked out, walked out the door e don't know, felt like a scared little kid.

  • I was like it was about my head.

  • I don't know.

  • This character aches with the weight of his failed relationship and the fear of losing what could have been and carry clearly tapped into something intimate to make this character sore.

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