15 Hidden Documentary Film Gems On Netflix Right Now

12. Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond

The Staircase
Netflix

The Great Beyond is a behind the scenes companion documentary to the 1999 biographical comedy Man On The Moon, which stars Jim Carrey as cult comedian and entertainer Andy Kaufman.

The documentary focusses primarily on Jim Carrey's refusal to break character during the filming of Man Of The Moon and uses behind-the-scenes footage and contemporary interviews to reveal the Hollywood star's bizarre, obscene and sometimes cruel behaviour.

Method acting is a controversial working style and the film provides real insight into the method, the resulting madness and the consequences for both the actors and their long-suffering co-workers.

It's a riveting, cringe-inducing and hilarious film in its own right but it's definitely worth watching Man On The Moon first for some added context.

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