I faintly remember Andy Kaufman’s appearances on "Taxi," but the rest of this strange portrayal of his life felt like a mix of the “Goon Show” and "Mork and Mindy." He had a very unusual idea of what was funny, and his stand-up acts brought Peter Sellers to mind when he used those exaggerated accents trying to get laughs. Interest in these performances didn’t really exist until talent agent George Shapiro (played by …

This really is a wonderful motion picture, ideally suited to Andy Kaufman. It was often difficult to recognize Jim Carrey’s presence while viewing; the experience felt strikingly similar to observing Andy Kaufman himself.

It's a film that seems designed with Jim Carrey specifically in mind. Nevertheless, it likely holds greater appeal for individuals familiar with American culture during the period when Andy Kaufman gained prominence.