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Dumb and Dumber (1994), Director: Peter Farrelly, rated PG-13 for language, crude humor

For Harry and Lloyd everyday is a no brainer.

Film ClipStarring: Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels, Lauren Holly, Karen Duffy, Mike Starr, Charles Rocket, Teri Garr, Victoria Rowell, Joe Baker

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ - good

"You know, Lloyd, just when I think you couldn't possibly be any dumber, you go and do something like this... and totally redeem yourself!" - Harry

Why watch this? I expected this from the crazy Carrey, but it was Jeff Daniels who surprised me.

Plot Summary: Loyd, a dim-witted limousine driver, falls for a beautiful woman who accidentally leaves a briefcase at the airport after he drives her there. Mistaking it for a forgotten item, Lloyd convinces his equally clueless friend, Harry, to embark on a cross-country journey to Aspen, Colorado to return it to her. Unbeknownst to the two, the briefcase was actually intended as a ransom payment, leading them into a hilarious and chaotic adventure involving criminals and mistaken identities.

Dad's Preview: When I first watched this film, it was painful. These two dumb butts and their moronic antics are THAT stupid. On my second viewing, I relaxed and could appreciate the first-rate performances by all actors involved. This is no Ben-Hur for sure, but there are some really funny lines that you'll quote and re-quote for quite some time. What I can't explain is why I love this flick, but I do. Go figure.


Katja Motion Picture Corp., Krevoy/Stabler/Wessler Production;
New Line Cinema

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