MARLON WAYANS READY TO TAKE ON PRYOR ROLE
THE FACTS
Marlon Wayans touched on his growing anticipation to portray Richard Pryor in his upcoming biopic.
THE SPIN
Many were disappointed to learn that Eddie Murphy nor Mike Epps would be portraying Richard Pryor in the long discussed biopic, Richard Pyror: Is It Something I Said?
That might have to do with the fact that Marlon is more known for movies like White Chicks and Little Man versus his very inspired performance in the indie movie, Requiem for a Dream.
In a recent profile in the Los Angeles Times, Marlon addressed some of the criticism head one.
He said:
“Look, I want to be able to make the stupidest movies ever, because they make people laugh and they make money. But that’s not all I want to do. And I think I’ve proven to some people — the ones paying attention — that I can do more. Everybody else, well, they can wait and see and make up their mind.”
And the youngest Wayans made it clear:
“I have no complaints, but I do have a plan. I love doing comedy, but I also love to do drama.This is like an invitation to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro for me, and I’ve never been more excited in my life than when I got the role,” he said last week. “I want to be in dramas, I want to produce, I want to write and I want to prove I can handle a role such as this one.”
Although Eddie Murphy passed on the role amid creative differences, he wishes Marlon Wayans well.
A rep for the star said:
“Eddie thinks Marlon will be wonderful in the role and he’s given his blessing for Marlon to do it. He’s looking forward to seeing Marlon in the role.”
I have faith in Marlon. I think he’s going to surprise people and may even net himself an Oscar nod in 2012. Mo’Nique has proven you have to give people the benefit of the doubt.
But I guess a better question is are you all biopic out or is this a movie you can’t wait to see? And do you think Marlon Wayans can pull it off?
The film goes into production this fall.
Source
YOUR SPIN: Do you think Marlon is right for the role? Tell us here.
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Yes, I do think he can pull it off. I can’t see Eddie Murphy in the role.
Give Marlon a chance to shine! I doubt the producers would allow him to mess this up.
Sure he can do it. He is a very good performer. Good luck.
I believe the brother is capable of doing anything he likes, so much talent!!!
I KNOW THAT MARLON HAS ALL THE NEEDED TALENT TO KEEP EVERYONE GLUED TO THEIR SEAT.MARLON SLAM THEM.LET THE PEOPLE SEE MARLON’S DREAM OF PLAYING A ROLE AS COMIC, DRAMA, OR EVEN A BIOPIC.I’VE WATCH YOU OVER THE YEARS.I KNOW YOU CAN DO IT. KEEP IT REAL BRO.MAKE THIS MOVIE A D.D.(A DONE DEAL)BABY.
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The left one is handsome,I think.
Marlon, sometimes actors receive roles that they only get once in a lifetime. This is your role. Sure, you will be under a lot of pressure to live up to other peoples’ standards. The only person you have to prove anything to and that is to yourself. I have faith in you and I know you will perform to the best of your ability. As long as you do your best, who are we to question?
Marlon’s a greater actor. He can do it.
Marlon is very capable of doing a serious role. I think he is better suited to play Richard Pryor. It’s been said that comedy is harder to do than drama, so that’s how I know he’ll be fine.
Of course he can pull it off, and Mr. Pryor is smiling.
I thought Mike Epps was up for this role? I think Marlon Wayans is a fine actor, but I think Mike Epps would have been much better at the role. And Eddie Murphy? I can’t even imagine him playing Richard Pryor…
I believe Marlon is going to do a phenomenal Job in his role, as playing Richard Pryor. This is your “season” Marlon you are the man! Be bless!
marlon will do well in the movie. Lord willing i will see it.
While Marlon will be good, Eddie would have been geat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! too bad the differences were not worked out.
I think Marlon is a good choice, there are alot of Actors people think that can play one specific roll, but then you see them in something different and they happen to surprise you.
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I feel Marlon is an excellent choice. And I’m thrilled tht TV One is showing the old Pryor TV series. I have been waiting for someone to do it. The man was a complete genius and Marlon Wayans will do an excellent job.