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The Number 23 (HDTGM Matinee)

How Did This Get Made?

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Unpacking 'The Number 23': Comedy and Complexity

This chapter humorously analyzes the portrayal of animal control officers in 'The Number 23' while examining Jim Carrey's performance as a complex character. The discussion explores the film's narrative structure, themes of obsession, and the protagonist's descent into madness, critiquing the inconsistencies and absurdities throughout. Through personal anecdotes and references to artistic expression, the speakers delve into the duality of creativity and mental illness, ultimately questioning the film's overall coherence.

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