Question 1

Why was the behind-the-scenes footage from Man on the Moon withheld for nearly two decades?

Accepted Answer

Universal withheld the footage for almost 20 years because, according to Jim Carrey, they feared it would make one of their biggest stars look "like an asshole."

Question 2

What surprising personal connection do Jim Carrey and Andy Kaufman share?

Accepted Answer

Both Jim Carrey and Andy Kaufman were born on January 17th.

Question 3

Which major film festivals premiered Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond in 2017?

Accepted Answer

The documentary premiered at AFI Fest, Toronto International Film Festival, and Venice Film Festival in 2017.

Question 4

How did playing Andy Kaufman affect Jim Carrey emotionally?

Accepted Answer

Jim Carrey admitted that playing Andy Kaufman both liberated him and sent him into an emotional tailspin.

Question 5

What spiritual realization did Jim Carrey have between filming his interview and the Netflix release?

Accepted Answer

Carrey had a spiritual awakening, seeing the world as a facade and a game to be played by people determined to live out their roles to extremes, like Andy Kaufman did.

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