Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1241 in DVD
• Released on: 2003-11-24
• Rating: Suitable for 12 years and over
• Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Format: PAL
• Original language: English
• Subtitled in: English, Spanish, Portuguese
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 101 minutes

DVD Description
Despite his popularity and the love of his girlfriend (Jennifer Aniston - Rock Star, The Good Girl), local TV reporter Bruce Nolan (Jim Carrey - The Grinch, Liar, Liar) doesn’t think the world is treating him fairly. Then, after his worst day ever, Bruce angrily rants against God for ruining his life and mismanaging the universe. So God (Morgan Freeman - The Sum Of All Fears, Deep Impact) responds … and endows Bruce with all of His powers to see if Bruce can do a better job. From the hit-making director of Liar, Liar and the writer who brought you The Nutty Professor … all hilarity breaks loose when a little divine intervention lets the always unpredictable Jim Carrey spend a week playing God!

Special Features

• Deleted scenes
  
• Out-takes
  
• Featurette
  
• Director Commentary with Tom Shadyac

DVD Technical Information:

• Running Time: 101 mins
  
• Region Code: 2
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.85 Wide Screen
  
• Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1
  
• Languages: English, Spanish
  
• Subtitles: English, English for the hearing impaired, Portuguese, Spanish

Synopsis
Jim Carrey returns to his zany, manic roots in this Capraesque comedy from director Tom Shadyac (ACE VENTURA: PET DETECTIVE and LIAR LIAR). Carrey stars as Bruce Nolan, a television reporter in Buffalo, New York who lives a normal life with his sweet girlfriend Grace (Jennifer Aniston). But Bruce isn't satisfied, and after a particularly bad day where everything goes wrong, he blames God. After spewing a tirade of curses God's way, God (Morgan Freeman in a gentlemanly white suit) responds and challenges Bruce to take over and see if he can run things better. Of course, there are some conditions; Bruce can only have the "almighty" powers for 24 hours and only in the Buffalo area. This doesn't stop Bruce, and he responds to his newfound powers with selfish, childlike zeal. Like a kid in a sweet shop, Bruce sets off making one hysterical, yet disastrous, decision after another. He pulls the moon closer to the earth so he can have a more romantic evening with Grace, unaware that his actions cause a tidal wave in Japan and responds to the prayers of the world with a mass-email "yes" that creates millions of lottery winners, riots, and mayhem. Ultimately, Bruce proves he is only human, and cannot possibly fill God's shoes, although he has a great time trying.

Customer Reviews

Proof of God's Non-existence
Making a film like this is an insult to an omnipotent being, so surely it would have punished all involved if it existed. As they are all relatively successful actors I can only assume that the bearded one is not up there, out there or in there. Mind you Morgan flipped his car, maybe it does exist? Jim Carrey is a niggling toothache of a man, he's not funny, his slapstick is over worked and old fashioned, and his over enthusiasm with his speaking voice is deeply vexxing. Avoid this film, it's a waste of time and probably has some subtle religious connotations that I just don't get. For a souless boring two hours and little laughter go to church instead.

A good natured romantic comedy
Jim Carrey (Ace Ventura) stars as Bruce Nolan, a news reporter who is down on his luck and blames God for his misfortune. God hears Nolan's complaints and comes to earth and gives Bruce all of his powers in this charming and humorous romantic comedy.

Comedy genius Carrey is on top form as Nolan with sharp wit and sophistication in the role of the news reporter. His timing in executing his lines produces brilliant comedy and the physical humour he uses excels brilliantly with great direction from Shadyac.

Carrey steals the show, but great support is given from established actors in Morgan Freeman (Shawshank Redemption) and Jennifer Aniston (Friends). Though hardly challenging roles, both do well in their respective roles to achieve the necessary humour to make the picture enjoyable. Steve Carell (The 40 year old virgin) established himself as one of the current greatest comedians in a supporting role as Evan, a fellow news reporter who is excellent in a live TV broadcast, the funniest moment in the entire film.

The plot is usually predictable and there is plenty of cheesy dialogue but nonetheless but Carrey simply goes beyond belief in perhaps his most likeable role, if not his funniest. His partnership alongside Freeman works a treat and is a reason to watch this film.

Although I love Carrey and his comic genius, I would like to see him do more serious projects, like Eternal Sunshine and the spotless mind.
Carry on watching the credits as some hilarious outtakes are included.

The contrasts with normality and fantasy add to the humour and are an interesting side story to the film. The use of free will and the unusual activities caused by Bruce's behaviour are interesting to see, such as what happens when you mess with everyday normality such as the moon and a meteorite hitting earth.

Though following many conventions in the romantic genre, the comedy and the characters are enough to keep the film going and is a real light-hearted good natured comedy.

8.5/10

One of the best comedys out there.
Well i've had this on dvd for awhile, and i've got to say that it is a brilliant film, very funny and clever. It makes you think alot to which always makes a good film. The acting is brilliant and has a very good cast. I thought it was cool to put Morgan Freeman as god and he plays god very well, Jim Carey is brilliant very funny & Jennifer Anniston(most recognisably from 'Friends') though doesnt play a massive part very good in this film. The story is really well made, doesn't start of slow and never gets boring. Every time i watch this i like it even more. This is a brilliant comedy and perfect if you're looking for a good comedy. This isn't your usual dumb comedy. Though it think it was absolutley pointless to make a sequel called Evan Almighty it could only have been alot worse. Awesome movie highly recommended for comedy lovers, Ignore low star reviews.