"Not one cell is that person anymore": Jim Carrey weighs in on Ace Ventura 3
In a throwback to an interview with E! News Daily Pop, 61-year-old actor Jim Carrey hinted at the possibility of reprising his role for Ace Ventura 3. Despite considering retirement, Carrey suggested he could be persuaded to return if a "genius" director presented a unique take on the character. Collider had reported that the sequel to Ace Ventura was in the works by the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 writers, but Carrey's involvement remained uncertain.
Updated : October 20, 2023 05:24 PM ISTIn a throwback to an interview with E! News Daily Pop, 61-year-old actor Jim Carrey hinted at the possibility of reprising his role for Ace Ventura 3. Despite considering retirement, Carrey suggested he could be persuaded to return if a "genius" director presented a unique take on the character. Collider had reported that the sequel to Ace Ventura was in the works by the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 writers, but Carrey's involvement remained uncertain.
As the saying goes, "All good things must come to an end," and for actor Jim Carrey, retirement seemed to be on the horizon. Yet, the question of his return for Ace Ventura 3 kept fans on tenterhooks. Speaking with E! News Daily Pop in April 2022, Carrey left the door slightly ajar, suggesting his involvement would hinge on a certain condition.
"'A Completely New Take': The Ace Ventura 3 Conundrum"
Carrey, known for his charismatic charm and comic timing, had played the iconic role of pet detective Ace Ventura in the franchise's first two films. But as the 61-year-old actor contemplated hanging up his boots, he was clear about his stance on reprising old roles.
Yet, he teased fans, saying, “I think after the fact when there’s been a lot of years, unless some genius person, director, auteur comes to you with a completely new take on what’s going on, you know...then I might listen."
"Is a Nolan-Carrey Collaboration in the Works?"
Carrey went on to name-drop renowned filmmaker Christopher Nolan, hinting that such a director could potentially sway his decision. His comments ignited a flurry of speculations. Could the Dark Knight director bring about a grittier, darker Ace Ventura, akin to his treatment of the Batman franchise?
Back in 2022, Collider reported that Sonic the Hedgehog 2's writing team was penning a sequel to Ace Ventura. However, whether Carrey would don his Hawaiian shirt and quiff once again remained unconfirmed.
"The Uncertain Future of Ace Ventura 3"
As Carrey expressed, “After a certain time there’s not one cell in your body that is that person anymore so you end up just imitating what you did in the old days and the original inspiration isn’t there.” His honesty and realism added a somber note to the hopeful rumors of his return.
In the world of showbiz, uncertainty is the only constant. Fans still wait with bated breath for any hint of confirmation about Carrey's involvement in Ace Ventura 3 - will the actor return for one last adventure, or has the sun truly set on Carrey's days as the eccentric pet detective?
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