Eddie Murphy's Rare Insight into Family Life and Career
Comedy legend Eddie Murphy offers a unique look at his personal life and four decades of work in the Netflix documentary Being Eddie. Known for iconic roles like Axel Foley in Beverly Hills Cop, Sherman Klump in The Nutty Professor, and Donkey in Shrek, the 64-year-old actor rarely shows his true self on camera, making this film particularly compelling.
Exploring Eddie Murphy's Multiple Personas
“There’s a great clip of Eddie on a talk show early on in his career, talking about how he’s always been able to do impersonations and different voices. He talks about how his mom used to ask him, ‘Who’s Eddie? What voice is Eddie’s voice?’ This movie answers that question,”
— Being Eddie director Angus Wall
Eddie has portrayed many different characters over more than 40 years but never played himself on screen before. This documentary allows fans to see behind the scenes, revealing his true personality and emotions.
From Inspiration to Stand-Up Comedy
The film traces his journey back to when he heard a Richard Pryor comedy album at age 15, which sparked his dream to become a comedian. By 18, he set a goal to be a professional comic.
“I remember when I turned 18, comics saying, ‘Hey, man, I thought you were going to get famous when you’re 18.’”
Looking Back on a Private Family Life
Although Eddie Murphy is notoriously private, the documentary briefly touches on his family, including his ten children. This glimpse adds depth to the understanding of his life beyond the spotlight.
Summary
The documentary Being Eddie reveals the man behind the many roles, showing Eddie Murphy’s true voice, personal growth, and dedication to comedy over decades.
Author’s Summary
Eddie Murphy's new documentary offers an intimate look at his real self, blending his family life and legendary comedy career in a way never seen before.