Closed Captioned; Additional Footage; Bio/Filmographies; Soundtrack English; Soundtrack French; Director's Comments; Dolby Digital 5.1 Re; Behind The Scenes
When never-has-been director Bobby Bowfinger (Steve Martin) finds a movie script he's convinced will take him to the Oscars, he'll do anything to get the movie made--including lying to his actors, "borrowing" film and equipment from a major studio, and coercing border-jumping Mexicans to be his camera crew. With a budget of only $2,000 and no Hollywood clout, Bowfinger can only get backing by casting famous action star Kit Ramsey (Eddie Murphy). When the actor turns down the offer, Bowfinger stages elaborate scenes where his overly eager actors approach Kit, say their lines, and run off while Bowfinger films it, making Kit the unwitting star of the movie. Meanwhile, these strange encounters cause the already edgy actor to become even more anxious, building toward a complete nervous breakdown that might jeopardize the film's big finale.
Gleefully spoofing Hollywood staples such as promiscuous actresses, Scientology, sleazy producers, and empty promises, the film celebrates the magic of the movies as much as it pokes fun at it. Director Frank Oz wisely gives free rein to screenwriter Steve Martin and Eddie Murphy, who turns in not one but two winning performances as Kit Ramsey and his goofy look-alike named Jiff. A meeting of great comic minds, BOWFINGER is a Tinsel Town-skewering delight.
In this Frank Oz film, washed-up director Bobby Bowfinger finds his dream movie script, but not the financing that will make the movie happen. Desperate, Bowfinger stalks and films famous action star Kit Ramsey reacting to his own oddball group of actors, making Kit the movie's hero without his knowledge. Kit, already paranoid, starts to lose it as strangers approach him to discuss alien invasions. But one problem remains: The dramatic conclusion to the film can be filmed only with Kit's assistance--or by pushing him entirely over the edge.
Eddie Murphy plays the roles of both Kit Ramsey and Jiff Ramsey.
Bowfinger Quotes/Excerpts:
"A black dude who plays a slave that gets his ass whipped gets the nomination. A white guy who plays an idiot gets the Oscar. That's what I need. I need to play a retarded slave, then I'll get the Oscar."--Kit Ramsey (Eddie Murphy)
Bowfinger Reviews:
"...With its highly original, clever and well-paced script, BOWFINGER scams edgy but light-hearted laughs from 'Action!' to wrap..."
-- Mike Kerrigan, Box Office
"...This is the funniest Eddie Murphy comedy since the Reagan administration..."
-- Mike Clark, USA Today
"...People bring out the best in Eddie Murphy: the more of them he plays on screen, the drop-dead funnier he becomes..."
-- Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times
"...[Murphy shows] a gift for creating new characters out of familiar materials....Martin is also at the top of his form....BOWFINGER is one of those comedies where everything works..."
-- Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
"...Quirky and clever....Scenes of explosive hilarity..."
-- Todd McCarthy, Variety
"...Inspired funny business that allows Martin to hilariously torpedo Hollywood's corrupt heart..."
-- Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
"...Real accuracy and sting come in Robert Downey Jr's brilliant cameo..."
-- Charles Taylor, Sight and Sound
"...So smart and biting that we relish it....[Murphy] gives the performance of his life..."
-- Stephen Farber, Movieline's Hollywood Life
Disappointing I thought this would be a terrific movie with a pair of comedy greats like Steve Martin and Eddie Murphy,but I was so wrong.I did'nt laugh once.How could anyone enjoy this junk. Submitted by Blake (Brandon,MS) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
JUST PLAIN FUNNY!!! EDDIE MURPHY AND STEVE MARTIN ARE JUST FANASTIC TOGETHER...........AND THE SUPPORTING CASE ARE ALSO GREAT...FUNNY MOVIE AND VERY ENJOYABLE Submitted by amendez (LOS ANGELES, CA 7SA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Martin and Murphy are hilarious masters of comedy This movie is not for everybody. The reaction to this movie is similiar to Zoolander....you either love it or hate it. I loved it. If you are a real Martin fan, you'll love it. Murphy has become known for performing several characters in his movies. He is hilarious as two of the main characters. This movie absolutely cracked me up. I've watched it several times and laughed hard each time. Submitted by King of Lithonia (Lithonia, Ga. (Atlanta suburb)) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 0 of 1 found this helpful.
Funniest Movie I have seen in a long time! I first saw this movie about two months ago and laughed out loud through most of the entire movie. Eddie Murphy does a great job at acting the part of this paranoid movie star and the whole premise is just hysterical. I have seen it twice since then and and going to purchase it because it just makes me laugh. The end is even funnier than the entire movie.....don't miss the ending. I laughed for days after I watched this movie whenever I thought about it. Enjoy! Submitted by a reviewer (Fairfax, Virginia) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 0 of 1 found this helpful. This review is for a different format.
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