What the translator - myself in particular - does is not comparable to what the Homeric performer was doing.
My favorite comfort food would have be braised beef. You know, beef, slow-cooked in a Dutch oven or in a slow cooker until it falls apart with simple mushrooms, some onions and lots of fresh thyme and garlic.
Jim Carrey is a consummate actor and professional. He comes on set, knows his lines and knows his moves.