What I liked
Jim plays all these different characters fully for comedy and pathos. He seems like the kind of guy who should be on every TV show as “that guy” but he’s a lot of guys.
What I didn't like
More audience! This show needs to be seen by everyone who feels they’re not living up to their potential, which has to be about 99% of Hollywood. Embrace this treasure.
My overall impression
This is the third time I’ve seen NATIONAL TREASURE and it gets better every time. Jim plays a treasure trove of characters who are all imaginary, based on aspects of himself and people he wishes he could be. Somehow even his best intentions end in failure for these rich characters, until Jim is forced to admit he might be “normal.” On the way he lampoons every kind of self-help, self-aggrandizement, self-pity, and self-empowerment. The show is full of great one-liners and running jokes. The irony is that the show is an examination and expression of failure, but comes together with great success.
