10 best movies with Eddie Murphy
Educational Program Cinema / / December 19, 2019
Prior to his film career, Eddie Murphy was already known as a comedian and a permanent member of the famous show "Saturday Night Live." The peak of creativity comedian considered 80 when Murphy played their most highly otsenonnye critically acclaimed role and released two have already become a classic stand-up "nonsense" (1983) and "as is" (1987).
It is impossible not to mention the excellent voice acting performed by Eddie Murphy: dragon Mushu in Disney's animated film "Mulan" and, of course, the unforgettable donkey from animated franchise "Shrek."
1. 48 hours
48 Hrs.
- USA, 1982.
- Action, comedy, detective, crime film.
- Duration: 97 minutes.
- IMDb: 6,9.
In the center of the plot - surly cop Jack Cates and chatty criminal Reggie Hammond, who have to play as a team-mates to catch the bandit Albert Hansa.
The film is directed by Walter Hill marked the beginning of the film career of the young comedian. The role of Reggie Hammond Eddie Murphy brought a nomination for the "Golden Globe" for best actor's debut.
Most of the dialogue between Eddie Murphy and his partner on the site Nick Nolte was pure improvisation actors.
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2. Swap places
Trading Places
- United States, 1983.
- Comedy.
- Duration: 117 minutes.
- IMDb: 7,5.
The life of a successful broker, Louis Uintorpa Third is changing dramatically, when his employers are wondering what will happen if we interchange the rich man and a street tramp? As a result, Louis is on the street, and a black drifter and swindler Billy Ray Valentine - in his luxurious apartment.
The plot of the comedy directed by John Landis cleverly echoes the novel Mark Twain "The Prince and the Pauper", as well as Mozart's opera "The Marriage of Figaro."
The film earned critical praise, won two BAFTA awards and a nomination for the "Oscar" for best musical adaptation. Noted and play Eddie Murphy - actor received another nomination for the award "Golden Globe" Best Actor in a comedy.
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3. Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills Cop
- United States, 1984.
- Action, Comedy.
- Duration: 105 minutes.
- IMDb: 7,3.
The cop Axel Foley is sent to California to track down the culprit who killed his friend. Although police in Beverly Hills does not favor Foley, he manages to make friends with two local detectives and unite with them to capture the killer.
Eddie Murphy and his colleagues Judge Reinhold and John Ashton constantly improvise during their conversations. The result was marred by a lot of takes because the film crew, including director, could not help but laugh. The film is also known for its legendary music theme entitled Axel F.
"Beverly Hills" Murphy brought another nomination for the "Golden Globe" and secured for him the status of King of laughter. Also came two sequels, one in 1987 and another in 1994. However, it was not possible to repeat the success of the original to them.
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4. Coming to America
Coming to America
- USA, 1988.
- Adventure, Comedy, Romance.
- Duration: 116 minutes.
- IMDb: 7,0.
The film tells about the adventures of Akim - Crown Prince of the fictional African nation of Zamunda. The hero wants to marry for love, and together with his faithful servant Sammy goes to New York to find the perfect woman.
There, friends get in the poorest area of Queens (Queens), mistakenly believing his "royal." When disturbed the long absence of the king's son Zamundy person arrives in New York, he discovers a terrible picture: the prince works as a janitor and found her daughter host a diner!
Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall played in this film by four roles each. Later Murphy cast Repeat this technique in "The Nutty Professor" and portray seven characters at a time.
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5. The Nutty professor
The Nutty Professor
- United States, 1996.
- Comedy, Romance, Science Fiction.
- Duration: 95 minutes.
- IMDb: 5,6.
The film's protagonist - Professor Sherman Klump - a brilliant scientist, who suffers from overweight. After Klump falls in love with his colleague Carl, he decides to lose weight to please her. However, all attempts fail Sherman.
The professor then decided to try for yourself means to extreme weight lossOn which he was working in his laboratory. As a result, fat Klump turns into a slender, handsome.
But drugs have unpleasant side effect: the professor appears a second person. This arrogant and cocky braggart Brother calls himself a favorite. His antics will soon go out of control, and Sherman Klump has to contend with Bratz for the right to stay in his own body.
The film is intended as a remake of the eponymous fantastic comedy in 1963. In addition, it also has a lot to do with the movie "Mask" 1994 Jim Carrey starring. There's a hero who wanted to win the girl's heart, too, turned into an insane double and lost control of it.
In 90 years in the career of Eddie Murphy planned a serious recession. His most recent films are becoming less favorable reviews and more and more criticism.
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6. doctor Dolittle
Doctor Dolittle
- United States, 1998.
- Comedy.
- Duration: 85 minutes.
- IMDb: 5,4.
Dr. John Dolittle - happy and self-sufficient person. But after one night, he nearly knocked the dog in his car, the hero begins to understand the language of animals. Animals from all over the city come running to John to get medical advice, and it threatens his entire career.
The film is loosely based on the eponymous musical in 1967. And that, in turn, is based on classical Children's books British author Hugh Lofting. It is interesting that at one time it was the image of Dr. Doolittle served as a prototype for Korney Chukovsky Dr. Dr. Dolittle.
On the set was attended by many of these animals, which are carefully trained for several months. And to Eddie Murphy was not easy, as one type of animal brought actor in horror.
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7. Cool guy
Bowfinger
- United States, 1999.
- Comedy.
- Duration: 97 minutes.
- IMDb: 6,4.
In the center of the plot - the unfortunate director Bobby Boufinger. Hero finally finds the "perfect" (but in fact - very mediocre) scenario and realizes that he wants to remove him by a real blockbuster. For a complete happiness lacks only the director of the actor Keith Ramsey, stars militants. Only here Keith withdraw from Boufingera not going.
Initially, China Ramsey role was written for Keanu Reeves, but was given to Eddie Murphy because of his great interest in the project. Being an avid fan of the actor Steve Martin, Murphy really wanted to work with him.
8. for term of life
Life
- United States, 1999.
- Comedy, Drama.
- Duration: 108 minutes.
- IMDb: 6,7.
The main characters of the film - Ray and Claude prisoners, sentenced for life for a crime they did not commit. Friends do not lose the hope to escape from prison to avenge those who framed them.
"Lifelong" - the second film together, Eddie Murphy and another well-known comedian, actor Martin Lawrence. Previous project in which they worked together was "Boomerang" in 1992.
9. Dreamgirls
Dreamgirls
- United States, 2006.
- Drama, musical.
- Duration: 130 minutes.
- IMDb: 6,5.
Three young women - Deena Jones, Effie White and Lorrell Robinson - dream of becoming pop stars. Under the leadership of the ambitious producer Curtis Taylor's vocal trio begins his bumpy road to glory.
The role of Curtis Taylor - one of the few in the dramatic career of Eddie Murphy. She brought the actor a long-awaited "Golden Globe" for Best Supporting Actor, as well as a nomination for "Oscar».
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10. Tower Heist
Tower Heist
- United States, 2011.
- Comedy, Detective.
- Duration: 104 minutes.
- IMDb: 6,2.
Managing residential skyscraper Josh Kovacs (Ben Stiller) Reveals that the richest tenant in the building involved in the abduction of pension savings of its employees. In order to prove the guilt of the guest, he assembles a team led by an experienced swindler Slide (Eddie Murphy).
Initially, the main roles in the film dealt with Eddie Murphy and Chris Rock, as the studio's plans was to create a "color" version of "Ocean's Eleven friends." The picture is not nominated for the prestigious award, but critics generally responded positively to it.
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Starting from zero, and to this day career Murphy is experiencing a lull. Actor increasingly rare in films. The last burst of creative activity, Eddie - role in the drama directed by Bruce Beresford's "Mr. Church" (2016). Critics to the nines criticized the reel, but appreciated the dramatic potential of Murphy.
This leaves little hope that, like Jim Carrey, who returned in 2018 in the comedy-drama series "Just kidding"Eddie Murphy still delight its viewers deserve roles.
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