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The Mask

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When timid bank clerk Stanley Ipkiss (Jim Carrey) discovers a magical mask containing the spirit of the Norse god Loki, his entire life changes. While wearing the mask, Ipkiss becomes a supernatural playboy exuding charm and confidence which allows him to catch the eye of local nightclub singer Tina Carlyle (Cameron Diaz). Unfortunately, under the mask's influence, Ipkiss also robs a bank, which angers junior crime lord Dorian Tyrell (Peter Greene), whose goons get blamed for the heist.
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Critics Consensus

It misses perhaps as often as it hits, but Jim Carrey's manic bombast, Cameron Diaz' blowsy appeal, and the film's overall cartoony bombast keep The Mask afloat.

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Steve Murray Atlanta Journal-Constitution Sep 23
3.5/4
Carrey holds his own with the special effects, and even keeps from being upstaged by Milo, the mighty Jack Russell terrier. Go to Full Review Steven Rea Philadelphia Inquirer 04/12/2013
2.5/4
When his face turns green and his limbs get limber, Carrey's pretty much unstoppable. This cartoon-y creation is an amazing fusion of physical comedy and state-of-the- art cinema illusion. Go to Full Review Michael Sragow The New Yorker 04/12/2013
The gangland plot is flimsy (bad guy Peter Greene wears too much eyeliner), and the jokes are erratic, but it's a far better showcase for Carrey's comic-from-Uranus talent than Ace Ventura. Go to Full Review Jeff Beck The Blu Spot Nov 11
3.5/5
Utilizing wonderful dual turns from its lead and fantastic Oscar-nominated visual effects, The Mask remains one of Jim Carrey's most fun & wildly entertaining films from when he was at the height of his stardom. Go to Full Review Douglas Davidson Elements of Madness Nov 10
Given any thought, the morality of the film is, itself, questionable as it tries to let Ipkiss ride off into the sunset with Tina without paying for crimes he is responsible for regardless of whether he did them while wearing the enchanted mask or not. Go to Full Review Joshua M. Patton CBR 07/31/2024
6/10
The humor in The Mask movie hasn't aged well. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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James E Nov 24 This is a fairly fun and wacky movie, with a look into the early days of Jim Carry, making it a nostalgic goldmine. See more the S. @theelijahstantonshow Nov 20 It was amazing to watch with the power of cartoon physics See more Waki W Nov 14 This movie was entertaining and funny to watch! It was good acting of Jim carrey. Good thing it was on Netflix. See more vicente o Nov 11 film very creative and funny protagonist very good and antagonist very good i like character musical:9 acting :10 history:10 final note:10 See more Gustavo B Nov 11 I really liked this film, it's an funny movie, I recommended who likes comedy movies to see in free times alone or with somebody. The film starts with a sad bank teller named Stanley Ipkiss that find a mask that gives powers to him, his life sucks so when he finds this mask, his life changed completely, the police tries to get him and some bandits try to get the mask because of the powers to get revenge on your boss. See more RyRy_alt R. @AACC_YT Nov 11 Smokin good barbecue! See more Read all reviews
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Chuck Russell

Director

Jim Carrey

Stanley Ipkiss

Cameron Diaz

Tina Carlyle

Peter Riegert

Lt. Mitch Kellaway

Peter Greene

Dorian Tyrell

Amy Yasbeck

Peggy Brandt

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Synopsis When timid bank clerk Stanley Ipkiss (Jim Carrey) discovers a magical mask containing the spirit of the Norse god Loki, his entire life changes. While wearing the mask, Ipkiss becomes a supernatural playboy exuding charm and confidence which allows him to catch the eye of local nightclub singer Tina Carlyle (Cameron Diaz). Unfortunately, under the mask's influence, Ipkiss also robs a bank, which angers junior crime lord Dorian Tyrell (Peter Greene), whose goons get blamed for the heist.
Director
Chuck Russell
Producer
Robert Engelman
Screenwriter
Mike Werb
Distributor
Laurenfilm S.A., New Line Cinema
Production Co
New Line Cinema, Dark Horse Entertainment
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Comedy, Action, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 29, 1994, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 1, 2009
Box Office (Gross USA)
$119.9M
Runtime
1h 41m
Sound Mix
Surround, Stereo, DTS
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