In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, I revisit John Candy: I Like Me, the heartfelt documentary directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds.

While many viewers remember John Candy for his iconic roles in films like Home Alone, Uncle Buck, and Planes, Trains and Automobiles, this documentary focuses on something much deeper; the person behind the performances.

What emerges is a portrait of a man whose generosity, warmth and desire to make others happy shaped both his success and his struggles.

As someone who has spent time examining my own people-pleasing tendencies, I found parts of Candy's story unexpectedly relatable and surprising moving.

This isn't a documentary about celebrity. It's a documentary about humanity, authenticity, and the cost of giving so much of yourself to others.

Join me as I discuss why this film this film left an even bigger impression on me the second time around and why John Candy's legacy continues to resonate long after the laughter fades.

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