MY HIT LIST # 61 Reggie Hammond takes on Torchy's bar

Reggie: Man, you loaded here. What the f*ck's this?
Redneck: Tax refund!
Reggie: Bullshit! You're too f*ckin' stupid to have a job

Redneck: What kind of cop are you?
Reggie: You know what I am? I'm your worst f*ckin' nightmare, man. I'm a ni**er with a badge which means I got permission to kick your f*ckin' ass whenever I feel like it!

Eddie Murphy is known for his family films and low brow comedies, however there was a time when Murphy was an explosive presence both in film and on stage. I have covered his stand up triumphs in a previous post. His arrival on the big screen was one of the great debuts. 48 Hours was followed by Trading Places and Beverley Hills Cop and Murphy’s status as the world’s number one box office star was cemented.

It is, though, 48 hours where Murphy sets his stamp. the movie is efficiently directed by the under rated Walter Hill and Nick Nolte is a great foil for Murphy. Yes it's the odd couple Cop cliche but handled with panache. The scene in the redneck bar is a bravura showcase of his talents.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p577qBZnsZU
bullshit & experience

Jack: Class isn't something you buy. Look at you, you've got on a 500-dollar suit and you're still a low-life.
Reggie: Yeah, but I look good.

My Double Bills# 18 Eddie Murphy: Raw & Chris Rock: Bring the pain

Richard Pryor was of course the original incendiary black stand up / movie star and both Eddie and Chris owe a debt to him.In Raw Eddie does a routine about how much he admires Pryor. Both of these movies showcase stand up sets from these two talented comedians. There is a real sense of danger, almost Rock 'n' roll, about their performances, along with an underlying truth in what they say.

Murphy has a triumphant gig in New York and is on blistering form with a set rich in subject and execution. Rock talks about relationships, parenting, rap music, affirmative action and President Bush, among other things during his HBO show.

What both have is a charisma,stage presence and fearlessness. Both movies are available as audio and are as rewarding when listened to as when watched. Rock continues to undertake roles and projects that are diverse, while Murphy is known by millions for his roles in family movies. The young Murphy of 48 hours, Trading Places and Beverley Hills Cop is unrestrained in Raw. Watching it makes you realise what an exceptional stand up he was. Rock is the natural next generation from Pryor then Murphy.

Dangerous comedy from Eddie and Chris.Funny as hell.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz_A6K9rSko

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OnMgpkNk58