Sure, Daniel-Day Lewis might be the greatest actor of his generation. Yes, he can immerse himself into a role so completely that it's easy to forget the actor who is playing the character. But has he ever played himself beating up Adam Sandler on a golf course in a fit of range? No? Score one for Bob Barker, Master Thespian.
This week we're looking at one of the most difficult roles an actor can play: themselves. These are ridiculous and over-the-top portrayals that require the actor to have a pretty healthy sense of humor.
SHOW NOTES
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in "Airplane!" (Richard's Choice) Jay Leno in Literally Every 90s Movie (Michael's Choice) Keanu Reeves in "Always Be My Maybe" (Richard's Choice) David Bowie in "Zoolander" (Michael's Choice) Bob Barker in "Happy Gilmore" (Richard's Choice) Julia Roberts in "Ocean's 12" (Michael's Choice) John Malkovich in "Being John Malkovich" (Joint Choice)
