9) Dolemite Is My Name
This film is the definition of a labor of love for everyone involved. Eddie Murphy gives his one of his best performance and is clearly loving every minute of playing Rudy Ray Moore. On top of being a celebration of Moore’s career, the film is genuinely inspirational for anyone struggling to follow their passion. Moreover, the film is just likable. Everyone from Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Keegan-Michael Key, Craig Robinson, Mike Epps, Tituss Burgess, and especially Wesley Snipes (who stole every scene he was in) was clearly having a tremendous amount of fun and sharing Eddie Murphy’s passion for celebrating Dolemite. For as much as he portrays Moore as flawed and kind of a huckster, Eddie Murphy nails Moore’s charisma, charm, and magnetism. Dolemite Is My Name will hopefully inspire a whole generation to explore the Dolemite franchise, and to pursue their passions, not matter the obstacles.
