Bruce Nolan is a fictional character played by Jim Carrey in the comedy film Bruce Almighty. In the movie, Bruce is a television reporter who feels frustrated with his life and job. After a series of unfortunate events, he challenges God, portrayed by Morgan Freeman, to do a better job at managing the world. To his surprise, Bruce is granted divine powers and must navigate the challenges of being God for a week. As he experiences the complexities of life from a higher perspective, he learns valuable lessons about love, responsibility, and the importance of free will.