John Candy: I Like Me – A Tribute by Colin Hanks
Bill Murray opens the documentary John Candy: I Like Me with a humorous observation: "That’s the problem when you talk about John: People don’t really have a lot of negative things to say about him."
“That’s the problem when you talk about John: People don’t really have a lot of negative things to say about him,” Bill Murray says in the opening scene of John Candy: I Like Me, the new documentary about the late actor and comedian. “And I hope what you’re producing here turns up some people who’ve got some dirt on him.”
This playful remark might suggest the film would reveal the more controversial sides of Candy’s life. Instead, the 113-minute documentary offers a sincere and emotional glimpse into the life of a beloved performer whose time was all too brief. It moves viewers more to heartfelt reflection than to laughter.
Family and Fan Collaboration
The documentary is officially endorsed by the Candy family. His two adult children, Chris and Jennifer, as well as his widow, Rosemary, participate as co-executive producers, sharing deep insights through interviews, and granting access to personal home videos and a collection of photos from Candy’s youth.
Production and Direction
- Ryan Reynolds, a devoted John Candy fan, produced the film.
- The direction was entrusted to Colin Hanks, known for his well-received 2017 documentary Eagles of Death Metal: Nos Amis.
- Hanks personally knew Candy during his childhood and his warmth for the subject permeates the documentary.
John Candy: I Like Me is available for streaming on Prime Video, delivering a loving homage rather than a critical exposé.
Author's summary: This documentary, lovingly created by Candy’s family and friends, provides a deeply personal and tender portrait of the cherished comedian’s life and legacy.
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