Yes Man

What happened with Jim Carrey? He's done a half decent movie is what happened, and for some reason that notion is surprising. He's always done decent things in the past but he, along with other comedic actors from the '90s, has been straggling behind today's comics. Perhaps it was the attempted turn at drama, where he would do more serious comedy, then drama with a comedic edge, then straight drama (did that every happen though, really?). So now he's in a vehicle that I actually watched on my own accord, although Zooey played a big part in that decision.

You know the plot and I don't have to reiterate it for you. He has to say yes to everything, but much to my delight, his affirmative actions are not the result of some supernatural curse brought upon him, but his own desire to improve himself start experiencing life. His character's situation was entirely too close to home. He says no to simple things like going out with friends, instead staying at home to watch movies and avoid well, anything really. I can relate to this behaviour as I say no to many things right off the bat, then will warm up to the idea and eventually go along for the ride, although the acceptance often comes too late.

So here's a character that is relatable, minus a bit of Carrey's trademark whackiness, and a bit of heart added into the mixture in his predictable relationship with Deschanel. What you get is a funny movie that is just quite simple and enjoyable.