Now it’s almost impossible to find those people who would shrug their shoulders; ask them if they know the film “Mask”. Not only know, but also remember! The one in which Jim Carrey was transformed into a superhero with a painted face. He also has a cute but smart little dog, Milo. And the charming girlfriend Cameron Diaz, whom he saves from the clutches of criminals.
Bloodthirsty killer mask
Having run through the recollections, few people are aware that the image of the mask first appeared in American comics of the late 1980s. Stanley Ipkiss, a loser and a hermit, suffered from the bullying of his wife and was a favorite of the punks who constantly pounded him. Carried away by collecting, in an antique shop he bought a glass mask that gave him strength and immortality. Like the Joker, he began to take revenge ...
Just a comedy!
No, this is not imaginable - we do not need any horror films! Can you imagine what would be the “Mask”, the actors, so loved by us? Fortunately, director Chuck Russell gradually transformed The Mask into a comedy. It turned out to be the right move. An important circumstance was the choice of the main role of Jim Carrey. He already showed the makings of a comedian, but was interrupted by secondary paintings, so letting him translate this image on the screen was more than logical.
In addition, because of the love of comics, the actor convinced the creators to portray various animated characters. Carrie excellently beat Taz, Pepe Le Pugh, Bugs Bunny and Wolf, the character of the cartoon Tex Avery, whom he parodies at Tina's performance.
Spectacular reincarnation
So, Stanley Ipkiss appears as a notorious bank employee. He is too unsure of himself to make acquaintances with girls. Everything changes with the advent of the mask - now Stanley is able to become an invulnerable cartoon creature with incredible capabilities. Life is filled with colors - at night he turns into a new superman saving the world ...
"Mask". Actors and success
For many artists, participation in such a project was a breakthrough. Still, the audience was cheered by the audience, watching with interest the comic fun on the screen. She was nominated for an Oscar in the category of best visual effects, and Jim Carrey - for the Golden Globe Award. Completely shot in Los Angeles in two months, the film has recouped the budget more than 15 times.
But what will those say for whom the “Mask” turned out to be the fateful - the actors who played the main roles? The film became a benefit for Jim Carrey, securing him the status of a comedian for many years. The actor understood what real success is, and what it is like when just one picture elevates you to the status of a Hollywood star of the first magnitude.
This did not bypass the performer of the main female role. Cameron Diaz woke up famous. She did not expect the debut to be such a successful start to her entire future career. For many years, Diaz has remained one of the leading comedic actresses.
Widely known in the cinematic series, the Club of Twenty Millionaires a few years later accepted this on-screen duet. And this also contributed to the “Mask”. Actors first received a fee of 20 million: Carrie for his next film “Batman Forever”, Diaz - for the continuation of “Charlie's Angels”.
Wave of recognition
Of course, after the release of the picture in 1995, it was considered the best comedy not only of that period, but of the whole decade. And it is not surprising that many fans wanted to know what filming techniques the creators used, and how the film “Mask” was shot. Actors who played the main roles were happy to share information with the fans. So, for example, Jim Carrey refused the rubber version of the mask, and in order to preserve facial expressions, make-up artists applied complex makeup every day. And Cameron Diaz, forced to sing in the story, just opens her mouth to the soundtrack - Susan Boyd sings for her.
Childhood film
This is far from a children's film! But, undoubtedly, for many - a film from distant childhood. One mention of it takes you to the serene distant expanses, inspiring longing for something unfulfilled or causing a pleasant smile. Comedy classic, not inferior to modern paintings. A masterpiece that combines all the necessary qualities: the plot, entertainment, intrigue, special effects, humor. And all this in one film - “The Mask”. Actors and roles, such painfully familiar and beloved, will forever remain in the memory of the audience. And paintings like this should live as long as possible.