John Candy: I Like Me – A Loving Tribute by Colin Hanks
“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 remarks in the opening scene of John Candy: I Like Me, a new documentary about the beloved late actor and comedian.
“And I hope what you’re producing here turns up some people who’ve got some dirt on him.”
This tongue-in-cheek comment sets up an expectation that the film might explore darker angles of Candy’s life. Instead, over 113 minutes, the documentary presents a heartfelt and tender look at a charismatic performer whose time was far too brief, focusing more on emotional resonance than comedy.
Family-Supported Documentary
I Like Me is available on Prime Video and is officially endorsed by Candy’s family. His two adult children, Chris and Jennifer, and his widow, Rosemary, serve as co-executive producers. They participate in interviews and share intimate family home videos and numerous childhood photos, offering an intimate glimpse of Candy's life.
Production and Direction
- The documentary was produced by Candy fan Ryan Reynolds.
- Directed by Colin Hanks, whose previous acclaimed work includes Eagles of Death Metal: Nos Amis (2017).
- Hanks personally knew Candy during his childhood, contributing a warm and affectionate tone to the film.
Author’s summary: Colin Hanks’s documentary warmly honors John Candy, revealing the comedian's vibrant life through family memories and heartfelt stories rather than scandal or controversy.
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