#272 - Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995): Scene By Scene Riff
Summary
Hosts James and Rachel, along with returning guest Steph, review *Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls*. They debate whether Jim Carrey’s performance is hilariously over-the-top or cringingly excessive compared to the first film. The group discusses the plot involving a missing albino bat in Africa, the movie’s mixed critical reception, and their personal viewing histories.
Topics discussed
Toyota National Sales Event advertisement
Introduction and initial thoughts on Ace Ventura 2
Director Steve Oedekerk and Jim Carrey's performance style
Comparing sequels: Dumb and Dumber vs. Rambo
Ace's fame, the raccoon scene, and the monk temple
Plot details: Africa setting, car stunts, and the trophy room
Character analysis: Ace as a man-child and jungle investigation
The mechanical rhino, tribal trials, and physical comedy
The climax: Gorilla fight and the shower scene
Ending twist and hypothetical Arnold Schwarzenegger cameo
Patron awards: Best Supporting Actor and funniest scenes
Final verdicts: Nostalgia vs. objective quality
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