About Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond - Featuring a Very Special, Contractually Obligated Mention of Tony Clifton

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"Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond - Featuring a Very Special, Contractually Obligated Mention of Tony Clifton" is a biographical documentary film that explores the behind-the-scenes of Jim Carrey's transformative portrayal of comedian Andy Kaufman in the 1999 film "Man on the Moon." The documentary provides a unique and intimate look into Carrey's process and the extent to which he embodied Kaufman and his alter ego Tony Clifton both on and off the set. Directed by Chris Smith, the film features never-before-seen footage shot by Carrey himself at the time, offering a raw and honest account of his experiences as he navigated the blurred lines between reality and performance.

Making / Production

The making of "Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond" began in 2016 when Carrey was able to acquire the rights to the footage he had recorded during the filming of "Man on the Moon." The documentary combines this behind-the-scenes footage with present-day interviews and reflections by Carrey on his experience. Carrey was fully committed to embodying Kaufman on and off the set, often staying in character even when the cameras were not rolling. This dedication to his craft resulted in Carrey's intense and immersive performance, blurring the boundaries between himself, Kaufman, and Clifton. The film also delves into the controversy surrounding Carrey's behavior during the production, with some crew members expressing frustration and confusion about the blurred lines between Carrey's on-screen personas and his true self.

Actors

• Jim Carrey as Andy Kaufman / Tony Clifton - Carrey fully immerses himself in the characters of Andy Kaufman and Tony Clifton, displaying incredible dedication to bringing them to life.
• Miloš Forman as Himself - The director of "Man on the Moon" appears in the documentary, offering insights into Carrey's performance and the challenges of working with a method actor.
• Danny DeVito as Himself - DeVito played the role of George Shapiro, Kaufman's manager, and provides his perspective on the production and Carrey's performance.
• Paul Giamatti as Bob Zmuda - Giamatti portrays Kaufman's writing partner and close friend, Bob Zmuda, and discusses his experiences working with Carrey.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Jim Carrey won a Golden Globe for his portrayal of Andy Kaufman in "Man on the Moon."
• The documentary was initially titled "Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond" but included "Contractually Obligated Mention of Tony Clifton" due to an agreement Carrey made during the making of "Man on the Moon."
• Carrey stayed in character as Kaufman/Clifton even during his interactions with director Milos Forman and other cast members, causing some initial confusion and frustration.
• During the making of the documentary, Carrey reflects on his own personal journey and the impact that playing Kaufman had on his life and career.

Awards

"Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond - Featuring a Very Special, Contractually Obligated Mention of Tony Clifton" was critically acclaimed but did not receive any major awards.

Quotes

• "I think everybody's got a take on Andy Kaufman." - Jim Carrey
• "What was interesting about Andy is that he was really dancing with the veil." - Jim Carrey
• "It was about immersing myself in a character." - Jim Carrey

Music / Soundtrack

The documentary does not have an original soundtrack, as its focus is primarily on Jim Carrey's transformation and the behind-the-scenes footage. However, it features snippets of music from "Man on the Moon" and other songs associated with Andy Kaufman.