Cameron Diaz Speaks on “The Mask” Sequel Rumours

Cameron Diaz might want to return for a reboot of the American superhero comedy, The Mask. 

In 1994, Cameron Diaz got her breakout role as Tina Carlyle opposite Jim Carrey, making her film debut at 21. In the film, Carrey plays Stanley Ipkis, an insecure banker who one day finds a wooden mask. When he wears the mask, he is transformed into the titular “The Mask,” a green-faced trickster who can alter himself and his surroundings at will.  The Mask was enormously successful, earning Carrey a nomination at the Golden Globes, and became a pivotal moment in Diaz’s career as it established her as a leading lady.

Now that Diaz has come out of her acting retirement and is now starring in a film after eight years, the chance of a reboot of the beloved comedy might seem more real than ever. While promoting her new film, Back in Action, Diaz admitted she would be happy to return, but on one condition: Jim Carrey has to join too.

“If Jim’s on board, I mean, I’ve been riding those coattails from day one,” she said to Access Hollywood.

Carrey himself also spoke about possibly revisiting his role as Stanley Ipkiss in a sequel:

“It has to be the right idea,” he said to ComicBook admitting that he might be persuaded to return, but only if somebody has the right idea.

While there is nothing certain yet, fans will be happy to know that a reboot to The Mask now seems even more likely.

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Clotilde Chinnici

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Clotilde’s love for film began at a very young age with the Disney cartoons she would watch over and over. However, her passion for films truly sparked with franchises like Hunger Games and Harry Potter. After graduating with a BA in Film from King’s College London, Clotilde started working in film production and entertainment journalism while developing a deeper understanding of film movements and trends. Although most of her time is occupied by watching films, writing and talking about them to anyone who will listen, Clotilde enjoys reading and baking in her free time.

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