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Posted on January 25, 2020January 25, 2020

Dolemite is My Name (2019)

This is one of Eddy Murphy’s funniest movies, but due to its extremely vulgar language and nudity, not one that I can recommend for any faith group to discuss. Director Craig Brewer and the scriptwriters seem to be trying to outdo Quentin Tarantino in the use of the “F” word, so be forewarned. This is …

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