Eddie Murphy interpreta la vita della leggenda Rudy Ray Moore, un pioniere della commedia e del rap dimostrò che il suo alter ego esilarante, osceno e lottatore di kung-fu, Dolemite, divenne... Leggi tuttoEddie Murphy interpreta la vita della leggenda Rudy Ray Moore, un pioniere della commedia e del rap dimostrò che il suo alter ego esilarante, osceno e lottatore di kung-fu, Dolemite, divenne un fenomeno del Blaxploitation degli anni 70.Eddie Murphy interpreta la vita della leggenda Rudy Ray Moore, un pioniere della commedia e del rap dimostrò che il suo alter ego esilarante, osceno e lottatore di kung-fu, Dolemite, divenne un fenomeno del Blaxploitation degli anni 70.
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- 30 vittorie e 66 candidature totali
- Walter Crane
- (as Tip 'TI' Harris)
Recensioni in evidenza
Rudy Ray Moore has been called the father of rap and more certainly a force in the blaxploitation movement several decades ago. "Dolemite is My Name" is an entertaining depiction of his rise ( see the above quote at a low moment in his career) to stardom as a recording star and movie actor, but more as a force in the movie enthusiasm for sexy, violent, funny films starring blacks in stories about their own imaginative lives, not those seen through the white lens.
Nothing new is added to the docudrama recipe here, although it would seem to call for creativity itself given Rudy's imaginative genius. Yet, a fine performance by Murphy, who captures Rudy's charming enthusiasm and at times naivete (think Ed Wood), anchors the film in Rudy's genial turn of phrases and gentle put downs, an Oscar nomination for Murphy possible.
The ensemble cast deserves a nod for supporting Murphy's performance, that allows them all to be the stars they wish to be, given that his dominance as star and producer could have eclipsed their performances. The almost whimsical way everyone participates in Rudy's dream creates a warm, energetic, smooth production.
Although the bio could be accused of hitting the "follow-your-dream" theme too heavily, the story of this sometimes down-and -out record clerk is an inspiration for those who love the history of entertainment and may themselves dream of stardom. BTW: The period detail is worth seeing for itself.
Dolemite Is My Name is a production of Netflix, which has become a major studio in a few years. Although the film will be seen streaming for a longtime, this short theatrical run offers the audience a chance to see spectacular costuming and big performances on the big screen. Do it now.
Murphy is funny, charming, and touching as this flawed heroic character. He deserves all the acclaim for bringing this story back to life and surrounding himself with talented ensemble cast and strong direction and wonderfully zany costumes of the 70s era.
This film is at times foul and other times touching and it deserves your attention throughout as it revels in the joys of telling a story deserving to be told and to be relished and enjoyed by anyone searching for an escape from the mundane or cynical stories prevalent in movies of today.
Eddie Murphy Through the Years
Eddie Murphy Through the Years
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- QuizMost vintage Rudy Ray Moore movie scenes are recreated in their entirety with modern actors. However, in the house escape scene ("Bitch, are you for real?!") from The Human Tornado (1976), only the close-up shots of Moore were replaced, so Eddie Murphy appears to interact with the original supporting cast.
- BlooperWhile the film tells the story of the making of Dolemite (1975), the car chase, the Cadillac exploding, and the sex scene are from the sequel, The Human Tornado (1976). The scenes are intentionally included as a nod to Moore's later film.
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Rudy Ray Moore: Dolemite is my name, and fuckin' up motherfuckers is my game!
- ConnessioniFeatured in Best of the Worst: Petey Wheatstraw (2019)
- Colonne sonoreLet's Get It On
Written by Marvin Gaye and Ed Townsend
Performed by Marvin Gaye
Courtesy of Motown Records
Under license from Universal Music Enterprises
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