I was tired, says Murphy, who consistently churned out blockbusters in the 80s and 90s.
The reaction blew him away.
I was like, Wow, Murphy says with a laugh.
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Between that and the award, I was ready to get back.
Its not the first time Hollywoods been primed for an Eddiessance.
His turn in 2006sDreamgirlsearned him an Oscar nod, and he made another awards bid with the 2016 dramaMr.
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Church, which, despite praise for his performance, fizzled at the box office.
I didnt want to end onMr.
Church, he says.
And that something came courtesy of another comedy pioneer.
Like Moore, Murphy believes.
Im still me, he proclaims.
I know Im still funny.
And, happy as he was on his couch, whats even better is being back in the game.
Thats the only reason why Im making movies.
[Dolemite] is a well-made movie and its fing funny and thats a good feeling.
And an even better one: you’re free to watch from your own couch.
