The Majestic(2001)- User Reviews

My interest is Jim Carrey in a non-silly role, with a gorgeous Laurie Holden also decorating the scenery. The cast is impressive, the romantic side of the story rather sappy, and the brief dealing with the McCarthyism of the 50's somewhat trite. …more»

I suggest you go and get the video if you haven't seen it. This movie might have gotten the cold shoulder from us during it's screening in the theaters but really it's actually pretty good. The acting is awesome and so is the cinematography. …more»

The movie made me laugh and cry.. which is what a good movie should do. I think it is one of Jim Carrey's best. Some said it was predictable. So what! It was delightful and heartwarming. I'm glad I saw it and now I have it on DVD.more»

I love Jim Carey most in his non manic roles (too old to appreciate him in zany mode I guess!)
This one scored on every level. I found it touching and engrossing. I loved the court scene and certainly wished that it might have happened that way.
This …more»

I just recieved this DVD for Christmas and well I have been avoiding this film since it opened, i wasn't keen on seeing Jim Carrey in a serious role, but oh my God this movie is awesome. I loved every minute of it, the storyline is brilliant, the …more»

From the great score (I've always been a softie for Mr. Aker Bilk), to the VERY sexy Ms. Holden to Martin Landau's and Jim Carrey's wonderful (and largely serious) performances this film has a lot to offer.

Plausible? Perhaps not... but …more»

this movie made me laugh and cry at the same time...its also a movie you can watch with your family and friends and not have to fast forward through any parts because of the little ones! one of my good guy friends saw if and he even cried! I give it …more»

In a time where most movies can be traced back to films already made, The Majestic brings an original story to the table.

1951:
When screen writer Peter Appleton is accused of being associated with the Communist party, his short Hollywood career becomes …more»

This was an okay movie with very good acting and a goos story to it.Jim Carrey is one of my favourite actors and I thought that he did great in this movie.more»

I am amazed that I never heard of this movie. I saw it on TV this weekend and really appreciated the human interest and something good and true for a change. Sappy? In this day and age, we need something happy with a good ending. We can see or hear …more»