Eddie Murphy is set to bring the funk to the big screen in a biopic about the legendary George Clinton, the mastermind behind Parliament Funkadelic.
The film, which Murphy will also produce, will be based on Clinton’s 2014 memoir, Brothas Be, Yo Like George, Ain’t That Funkin’ Kinda Hard On You?
Clinton, who launched his funk career in the ’70s as one of the founding members of the collective known as Parliament Funkadelic, was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997.
He and the band were also honored in 2019 with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
The film, which is being developed by Amazon MGM Studios, will reunite Murphy with Dreamgirls director Bill Condon, promising an exciting collaboration for fans of both the iconic actor and the vibrant world of funk music.
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According to various reports, the untitled George Clinton biopic aims to shed light on and explore the influential career and turbulent life of the funk pioneer’s untold story and journey.
A collective known for their groundbreaking musical style, surreal sci-fi themes, and electrifying live performances that redefined the music and culture of their era.
The screenplay is currently in development, written by Virgil Williams, co-writer of this year’s acclaimed The Piano Teacher, from an original draft by Max Werner.
This project was initiated by Clinton superfan Catherine Davis, who pitched the idea to Murphy, igniting the actor’s enthusiasm for the role.
Eddie Murphy is known for his transformative performances and is expected to channel Clinton’s flamboyant and eccentric persona, complete with the vibrant costumes and high-energy spirit that characterized Parliament-Funkadelic’s unforgettable shows.
With Condon at the helm, the film will aim to capture the essence of Clinton’s vision and the evolution of the funk movement that continues to influence artists today.
