Lucy Liu has reflected on her clashes with Bill Murray during the filming of Charlie’s Angels and has defended her actions.
Just like any job out there, occasionally you get paired up with people you don’t get on with or simply don’t like.
Actors are no different and Lucy Liu has been candid in the past about her feud with fellow actor, Bill Murray.
In a recent interview, Liu defended her actions to stand up to the veteran actor and explained she had a really hard time working with him.
Liu and Murray had a clash while working on the 2000 film Charlie’s Angels (Colombia Pictures)
The pair worked together for the first time on the 2000s film Charlie Angels. In the film, Liu played one of three agents alongside Cameron Diaz and Drew Barrymore, briefed by Bosley, played by Bill Murray.
During a 2021 interview with the Asian Enough podcast, Liu said that Murray insulted her on set one day.
“I won’t get into the specifics, but it kept going on and on,”
“I was, like, ‘Wow, he seems like he’s looking straight at me.’ I couldn’t believe that [the comments] could be towards me, because what do I have to do with anything majorly important at that time? I literally do the look around my shoulder thing, like, who is he talking to behind me? I say, ‘I’m so sorry. Are you talking to me?’ And clearly he was, because then it started to become a one-on-one communication.”
Speaking with Guardian yesterday (13 January), the actress, who has gone on to have a huge career herself since working with Murray, has reflected on the spat between the two, with Liu saying Murray used language that was ‘was inexcusable and unacceptable.’
The young star wasn’t going to let it stand and decided to challenge him on it. When asked why she confronted him Liu said: “I really didn’t think about it. I would have done that in any situation. I think when I sense something is not right, I am going to protect myself. It’s an innate thing to do if you feel there’s injustice, and I always feel that way.”
Lucy Lui has said she wasn’t one to hold her tongue and say nothing(Santiago Felipe/FilmMagic)
She added that she wasn’t someone who would simply ‘play the game’ to get further in the industry.
She continued: “If I was, it would have been a much easier road. But because I’ve never been that person, we had to find a way. I think there has never been an easy road, for me and for us – and I say ‘us’, because I really think it’s a group effort.”
She even clarified the ‘us’ was in referencing to the other Asian American actors who came before her.
She said: “I would never take credit. My career has not been paved by myself.”
Murray isn’t a stranger to controversy on set and other actors have previously had less than flattering things to say about working with him.
He has also admitted to disagreements with other actors on set, highlighting back in 2023 that a film he was working on had production stopped over a ‘difference of opinion’.
He clarified: “I did something I thought was funny and it wasn’t taken that way.
“The company, the movie studio, wanted to do the right thing, they wanted to check it all out, investigate it, and so they stopped the production.”
UNILAD has contacted a representative of Bill Murray for comment.
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Topics: Bill Murray, Celebrity, Film and TV
Gerrard Kaonga
Netflix is now streaming Bill Murray and Adam Driver’s cult classic horror that fans absolutely love
The movie boasts a glittering line-up of celebs
A cult classic horror movie starring two Hollywood legends has just been added to Netflix.
It might almost be Christmas – no, I’m not sure how either – and, if you’re anything like me, you’re probably looking for a bit of a breather from all things festive.
From a comfort show classic to a ’10/10′ film that’s being compared to Die Hard (I will not be accepting any takes on Die Hard being a Christmas film, thank you), Netflix has plenty of options to binge-watch at the moment.
But fans of Bill Murray and Adam Driver will be delighted to know a comedy-horror flick starring the duo has finally landed on the streamer.
First released in 2019, you’ll be spending the whole one hour and 43 minute run celeb-spotting, thanks to the movie’s stellar line-up.
Adam Driver and Bill Murray star in the comedy-horror (Focus Features)
The likes of Selena Gomez, Tilda Swinton, Steve Buscemi, Chloe Sevigny and more appear in the the Jim Jarmusch-directed movie, titled The Dead Don’t Die.
It follows the citizens of Centerville as they face a terrifying reality: the dead rising from their graves and feasting on the living.
While the concept of a zombie movie is nothing new, it’s Jarmusch’s deadpan humor – and the aforementioned glittering line-up – that sets The Dead Don’t Die apart from the rest.
You can watch the trailer below:
Taking to social media, fans have praised the movie – although not everyone quite appreciates Jarmusch’s style of humor.
Over on Reddit, one person said: “I loved it. Jarmusch is an odd duck for sure, but I really liked the meta vibe of it.
“A gentle, and yet surprisingly bleak horror comedy. Plus the regular use of the banger theme song was consistently hilarious to me.”
A second person agreed: “It’s Jim Jarmusch unleashed & I loved it, but he’s not for everyone.”
A third admitted: “The first time I watched it I was pretty nonplussed with it but on re-watch a year later I found myself really enjoying the humour and nihilistically deadpan approach.”
Viewers were left divided by the movie’s deadpan comedy style (Focus Features)
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes haven’t exactly given it a glowing appraisal, scoring it just 54 percent across 318 reviews.
The site’s critical consensus reads: “The Dead Don’t Die dabbles with tones and themes to varying degrees of success, but sharp wit and a strong cast make this a zom-com with enough brains to consume.”
Rating it 3.5 out of five, David Griffiths of Subculture Entertainment described it as ‘smart enough to be different than previous zombie horror-comedies like Zombieland and Shaun Of The Dead’ with a ‘unique Jamusch stamp on it’ that he reckoned would be ‘adored by those who love his unique style of filmmaking.’
The Dead Don’t Die is available to stream now on Netflix.
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I liked this movie which was unusual for me. I normally do not like zombie movies. It was funny and gory at the same time. Great cast!
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Topics: Horror, Netflix, Bill Murray, Film and TV
Ellie Kemp
Bill Gates quizzed on grocery store prices left people shocked he was so far off each time
Even Bill Gates was surprised at the cost of laundry detergent
Bill Gates was left baffled as he attempted to guess the price of regular items found at a grocery store during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
I think it is safe to say billionaires don’t exactly live normal lives like the rest of us.
And tech mogul Gates certainly showcased that during a segment on the chat show back in 2018.
Bill Gates was quizzed on the price of regular items found at a grocery store. (The Ellen DeGeneres Show)
According to Forbes, at the time of writing, the businessman has a net worth of $129.1 billion, and comes in at number seven on the ‘The Richest People In The World’ list.
As part of a game on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Gates was quizzed on the cost of common grocery store products.
If he got within a dollar, he basically got it right and if he guessed at least three out of five correctly, the studio audience would win a prize.
And boy, did Gates stun with some of his estimates.
For Rice-A-Roni, Gates guessed $5, much to the shock of the audience, when the correct answer was $1.
For Tide Pods, Gates was actually quite a bit under and went with $10 – the actual price was $19.97.
Finally getting into his stride for the third, dental floss, Gates guessed $4 when the correct answer was $3.78.
Gates thought a bag of Totino’s Pizza Rolls cost a whopping $22 dollars as the audience gasped and, alongside DeGeneres, hinted him to come down. He went down to $15 dollars before landing on $8 dollars. The correct answer was $8.98.
The final choice was T.G.I Friday’s Spinach and Artichoke Dip to which Gates confusingly asked the audience whether they thought it would be less than $10.
After a loud yes, he settled on $4 when the actual price was $3.66.
The billionaire was certainly a good sport about the whole thing. (The Ellen DeGeneres Show)
The billionaire was certainly a good sport about the whole thing, but I wouldn’t want to take him to go shopping with me (unless he was paying).
Some social media users did defend Gates though and said they didn’t manage to get many of the answers right either.
“I didn’t guess any of them right, I must be a billionaire,” joked one YouTube user.
Another added: “Im no billionaire and I go grocery shopping every week. Still didn’t get a single one.”
While a third commented: “To be fair my non billionaire husband wouldn’t have done much better.”
And someone else wrote: “Even Bill Gates was surprised by the price of the detergent.”
Featured Image Credit: The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Topics: Bill Gates, Money, Shopping, Film and TV
Gerrard Kaonga
Bill Murray fans believe Groundhog Day is the actor’s best film
It’s officially Groundhog Day in North America today and that has some reflecting on the actor’s career.
Today is Groundhog Day and some people reckon a movie with the exact same title is Bill Murray’s best film.
Groundhog Day is a holiday celebrated in the United States and Canada on February 2.
According to tradition, if a groundhog emerges from its burrow on this day and sees its shadow, it signifies that winter will continue for six more weeks.
If it does not see its shadow, it is believed that spring will arrive early.
The 1993 film focuses on this very phenomenon, however it sees Murray’s character forced to endure Groundhog Day every day.
What follows is a hilarious sequence of events showing Phil (Murray) desperately trying to escape repetition.
While Murray has appeared in dozens of films during his lengthy career, viewers reckon Groundhog Day is his best.
Groundhog day is Bill Murray’s best movie. Don’t @ me.
It’s a new day. Best movie ever, Bill Murray in Groundhog Day! Do-overs are allowed 🙂
Groundhog Day is the best Bill Murray movie hands down
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If you’re a fan of Bill Murray’s deadpan delivery and his unique sense of humor, then here’s a rundown of the best films you simply have to check out.
Caddyshack (1980) – This classic comedy is a staple of the ’80s and Bill Murray’s performance as the wisecracking groundskeeper is nothing short of iconic. This film is the perfect way to inject a bit of humor into your life and it’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
Lost in Translation (2003) – This one might be a bit more dramatic, but it still showcases Bill Murray’s acting talent. He plays a movie star who forms an unlikely friendship with a young woman in Tokyo. This film is a must-watch for anyone who’s a fan of Murray and it’s an excellent example of his versatility as an actor.
Stripes (1981) – Bill Murray is at his best in this military comedy. He plays a guy who joins the army to shake up his life and the results are hilarious! This film is a classic for a reason and it’s a great way to spend an evening with friends.
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) – This offbeat comedy is a bit different from Murray’s other films, but it’s still just as good. He plays an eccentric oceanographer who sets out to find a rare species of shark. This film is guaranteed to make you laugh and it’s a great choice if you’re looking for something a bit different.
Ghostbusters (1984) – If you like the supernatural, then this film is perfect for you. Bill Murray’s character is part of a team of paranormal investigators who are tasked with saving the world from ghostly threats. This film is packed with laughs and it’s easy to see why it’s still so popular today.
This article was largely written with the help of AI.
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Topics: Bill Murray, Film and TV
The UNILAD Team
Bill Murray Explains Why He Passed On Playing Batman Role
Bill Murray nearly teamed up with Ivan Reitman and Eddie Murphy to play Batman.
Bill Murray nearly donned the cowl. Alas, he’s now explained why his Batman movie was never meant to be.
Robert Pattinson is the latest star to take on the mantle of the caped crusader in Matt Reeves’ The Batman, scrapping Bruce Wayne’s playboy antics for a hangdog, angry recluse mercilessly beating goons to a pulp in the rain.
However, if there’s one defining takeaway from the hero’s screen legacy, it’s that every iteration is rather different: Michael Keaton was quietly unhinged; George Clooney was… well, not great; Christian Bale brought the highest level of prestige to Batman; and Ben Affleck’s Arkham-hardened dark knight was an absolute beast.
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Likely harkening back to Adam West’s comic take on the character in the 1960s, the Ghostbusters star was once tipped to take on Batman with the late Ivan Reitman, starring alongside Eddie Murphy. This would have come before Keaton teamed with Tim Burton for their seminal live-action blockbuster in 1989.
Murray would have played Batman, while Murphy would have starred as Robin. Unfortunately, the project never progressed beyond the page, and it faded into an obscure near-miss for the actors, until the hype surrounding The Batman.
In an interview with Yahoo Entertainment, Murray recalled, ‘I talked to Eddie Murphy about it, and Eddie wanted to play Batman. That’s as far as that conversation went.’
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‘I don’t wanna be the Boy Wonder to anybody. Maybe much earlier, when I was a boy. But it was too late for that by the ’80s. Also, I couldn’t do the outfit. Eddie looks good in purple, and I look good in purple. In red and green, I look like one of Santa’s elves. There was just a lot of vanity involved in the production. It wasn’t gonna happen,’ he added.
Michael Uslan, a key Batman producer ever since acquiring the rights in the late 1970s, confirmed Murray’s Batman was once in the works. ‘That was purposefully kept away from me. Things are meant to happen, and they happen,’ he said.
Several actors have been considered for Batman over the years: before Affleck was cast in Batman v Superman, Jon Hamm was reportedly the top pick; Ethan Hawke was offered the role before Val Kilmer for Batman Forever; Pierce Brosnan was the first choice for Burton’s first Batman movie; and Heath Ledger, who unforgettably played the Joker in The Dark Knight, even auditioned for Batman Begins.
