Twenty-five years ago, in 1994, Jim Carrey starred in three movies, each of which was a blockbuster hit: Dumb and Dumber, maskand Ace Ventura: Pet Detective.Unprecedented box office success Sonic the Hedgehog Its sequel proved that Jim Carrey, who played the villainous Dr. Eggman, was still a big draw for moviegoers. It’s no secret that Carrey hates doing sequels because he doesn’t like playing the same character twice, but there’s a good reason why he returned to the role of Ace. As these quotes from Ace Ventura reveal, the titular pet detective remains arguably the most perfect character in Jim Carrey’s unique brand of comedy.
In fact, Carrey co-wrote the script Ace Ventura: Pet DetectiveThis isn’t surprising considering he’s a successful stand-up comedian from Los Angeles’ infamous Comedy Store, pet detective Director Tom Shadyac, screenwriter Jack Bernstein, when nature calls Writer-directors Steve Oedekerk and Jim Carrey left many “Ace Ventura” quotes that are still etched in audiences’ minds today . It’s worth noting that nearly 20 years after the sequel was released, Ace Ventura 3 The rumors persist and persist, thanks in large part to these unforgettable quotes from Ace Ventura.
15 “Don’t go in!”
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This is one of Ace Ventura’s most-quoted quips, but it doesn’t mean anything on its own. Like many of Ace Ventura’s quotes, context is needed to understand why it is so memorable. Ace stumbled out of the men’s room, soaked to the skin and his clothes were torn, and he joked: “Don’t go in there!Jim Carrey’s emphasis on the word “no” made his line a classic.
14 “Lovely party. Too bad I wasn’t invited.”
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Jim Carrey is a master of impressionism, and the character of Ace Ventura takes full advantage of this, impersonating everyone from Captain Kirk to Tangina Barrons. poltergeist. He was also impressed by Sean Connery, the first actor to play James Bond on the big screen in the Forever series, saying: “Lovely party. Unfortunately I wasn’t invited.It’s one of Ace Ventura’s famous quotes that echoes Jim Carrey’s days as a stand-up comedian at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles.
13 “Hi, I’m looking for Ray Finkel…and a clean pair of shorts.”
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Because there’s a pause in the middle, the line gives Jim Carrey a chance to show off his impeccable comedic timing. Ace said: “Hi, I’m looking for Ray Finkel,The gunman’s voice paused as he pulled the trigger as a shotgun was aimed at his head. Then, with clever timing, Ace added: “…and a clean pair of shorts.“
12 “Really, Satan? Oh, I’m sorry, sir. You sound just like everyone else.”
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When Mr. Schickadence approaches Ace from behind and says: "Ventura,Ace said without turning around: “Yes, Satan?Then, when he turned and saw Mr. Shikardance standing behind him, he said:Oh, sorry, sir. You sound like a different person.What makes Ace Ventura such a great comic character is that he treats everything like a joke. It drives people around him crazy, like Mr. Shikardance, but the audience loves it.
11 “It’s none of your business and I’d appreciate you staying out of my personal affairs.”
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in the first Ace Ventura In the movie, Dan Marino plays himself in a supporting role. Being an athlete and acting don’t always go together well, since acting is a completely different set of skills, but Marino did a great job with his lines and made a great comedic foil for Ace. At one point, Marino asked the pet detective, “Do you still have gum?“Ace said sharply,”It’s none of your business and I’ll thank you for not meddling in my personal affairs,” Marino quipped: “You’re a strange person, Ace. A strange person.“
10 “If I’m not back in five minutes, just wait a little longer.”
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Of all the other memorable quotes from “Ace Ventura,” this one best reflects Jim Carrey’s attitude while filming the movie. Pet Detective. Discuss the first Ace Ventura Carrey said in a 1994 film Los Angeles Timesinterview “I knew this movie was either going to be a movie that people really liked or it was going to completely destroy me.” Ultimately, while it wasn’t well received, it not only became one of the biggest comedies of the ’90s, but it still has a cult following today. It was this movie that made Carrey go from “white” to “white” vivid colors“For the world’s most famous movie star, the transformation happened almost overnight.
9 “Lew-Who, Za-Her!”
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Jim Carrey often makes audiences laugh by saying words they’ve heard a million times in a new and unique way, such as his use of the word “loser” in “Losers.” Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. He declared: “Ladies and gentlemen, that’s an intimate thing. Of course, in every game, there are bound to be losers. Lu-who, Zah-he!” To be fair, if he hadn’t said at the end: “Lu-who, Zah-he!” This isn’t just one of Ace Ventura’s most memorable quotes; it’s also one of the most memorable. It’s one of Jim Carrey’s most memorable quotes of his time.
8 “Guano. Sounds familiar.”
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When Ace licks what he thinks is “fruit paste” from the bottom of a piece of pottery in the jungle, Uda tells him, “It’s made of bird droppings.” Ace is intrigued, saying, “guano. Sounds familiar.” Then Fulton Greenwall explained that guano is made from “bat guano.” After all, it’s not “jam” or even food. As Greenwall further explained, “Guano is their main resource – they use it to make many things in the village.“As Ace spat the paste onto the floor and scraped the remnants off his tongue, to save face, Ace simply said: “tasty!“
7 “Be careful with your cell phone, Lieutenant. You may develop tumors over time.”
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In many ways, Ace Ventura is a perfect parody of characters from 80s action movies, like Universal PI, because he takes his job as seriously as Thomas Magnum—only his job is “pet detective.”In a show like this chipa character might say, “Watch your phone, Lieutenant. One wrong decision could ruin our entire investigation!“Ace Ventura, played by Jim Carrey, said expressionlessly,”Watch your phone, Lieutenant. Over time, you may develop tumors.He was talking about the long-term effects of cell phone use, not the dangers of crazy electricity usage.
6 “Nice to meet you, Mr. Camp, and congratulations on all your success. You smell wonderful.”
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When Ace introduces himself to Ronald Camp, he plays an undercover attorney named Tom Ace. He shook Kemp’s hand and said: “Tom Ice. Nice to meet you, Mr. Kemp, and congratulations on all your success. You smell amazing. I just told Melissa that one of the first things we learned at Stanford Law School was the modern surge in food poisoning claims against wealthy private homeowners. In fact, if one is willing, very little else is needed to build a lucrative legal practice. How are you feeling tonight?”, say it like a more eccentric Axel Foley.
5 “I’m sorry! I think butt I have a few questions for you! ”
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Jim Carrey is a master of physical comedy. His fondness for the classic slapstick stars of the silent era has resulted countless times in the fusion of old and new comedy styles. Almost nowhere else did he show his preference for this approach as he did elsewhere. Ace Ventura: Pet Detective -Especially when he turns around and pretends to be rambling. He said, “excuse me! I want to ask you a few questions!Ace is working the case because he’s a detective, but he’s an interesting detective. It’s really a childish, immature, childish joke, but it works to a certain extent because of Carrey’s commitment to making it happen.
4 “I’m here to confess. I’m the second shooter on the grassy knoll.”
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Understanding this joke requires a little background knowledge. Audiences need to know that Ace claimed "The second gunman on the grassy knoll“. A popular theory about the JFK assassination is that the bullet could not have come from the window of the book depository, where Lee Harvey Oswald is said to have shot the president. Instead, the bullet came from the grassy knoll across the street. There must have been a second shooter. It’s a dark statement from Ace Ventura, and its power lies in its sheer absurdity and how it references an event etched in America’s collective memory.
3 “Ace Ventura, Pet Detective, and you must be the Monopoly.”
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Ace Ventura is Ace Ventura: When Nature CallsAt a grand party, Ace spotted a woman wearing furs and told her: “You look so beautifully wrapped up! Maybe I can buy you some new fluffy slippers made from the heads of innocent, defenseless baby seals!” The short, bald man with a large beard who accompanied the woman got angry and asked Ace who he was, to which Ace replied: “Ace Ventura, pet detective, you must be a millionaire!” The woman thought Ace was just another activist, saying “There’s nothing wrong with enjoying the fruits of nature – you should try them out sometime. ” Then Ace said his mantra: “Oh well!” Knock the Monopoly unconscious, dress him like a fur coat, and strut around the room.
2 “Well, I threw it in the cave! What do you want from me? What are you, Mr. Perfect!?”
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In the sequel, a monk asks Ace: “What answers are you seeking?“Ace said,”I need to know, what do the Wachati possess that would be of great value to civilized man?“The monk replied:”Medals will guide you to the answer. You still have the medal, don’t you?” Then Ace remembered that he threw away the medal not long ago. Ace said, “A medal? Why, of course. I kept it back with my body. “The monk said:”Your aura is weakening,Then Esther confessed: “Well, I threw it in the cave! what do you want from me? What are you, Mr. Perfect! ?“
1 “Okay then!”
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This is Ace Ventura’s mantra. On paper, this doesn’t seem like a buzzword because it’s not particularly interesting on its own. However, it’s the way Jim Carrey delivers it every time that makes it interesting. This repeated line has become a catchphrase because of all Ace Ventura’s best quotes, it’s the one that can be used in any situation. Whenever the writers—including Carrey—got stuck at any point during the writing process, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective or when nature callsAce Ventura can only say, “Well then!” and lead them to the next scene.