Bill Murray and Typecasting


by Ghostbuster4evr

22 years, 10 months ago


Not to sound too scathing in this, but from pouring through numerous interviews, Bill Murray movies, and certain sources, I have come to the conclusion that Bill Murray will not do GB3, due to the fact that he is basically remembered for Ghostbusters and nothing else. His last “good” movie was five years ago, and he has not done much as a star, save for a major role in Charlie's Angles. But it is my belief that Murray has blamed Ghostbusters all these years for destroying his potential in other starring roles.

by Edimasta

22 years, 10 months ago


I think Murray is a little bit an idiot….

He was funny in the GB movies and in some other movies… but now… uuugh! He thinks that he was the big boss in Ghostbusters… and thats sad. They should buy his rights and kick him from Ghostbusters! That would be the best!

Dont be angry, my opinion smile

by Venkman

22 years, 10 months ago


I will always think of Bill Murray and ghostbusters, and I wont have GB 3 without him in it…

by MasterSpider

22 years, 10 months ago


I wouldn't care if he was in GB3 or not, but as far as typecasting goes, he's done Venkman more times than I can count. (Groundhog Day and Scrooged are both perfect examples.)
What About Bob? showed that he could take other roles, so I'm starting to think that's not his problem. As mentioned in an interview with Dan Aykroyd, he said “someone once didn't agree with Bill, now Bill doesn't agree with someone.” I think it's his stubbornness that's holding him back, with that as my example.

by Ghostbuster4evr

22 years, 10 months ago


Perhaps, Master Spider, but if you look at the many films he has done since 1980 (beginning with Caddyshack), his best roles were in the two GB's plus Scrooged, and had two big hits in the 1990s with Groundhog Day and What About Bob?, but has sagged badly since then, because of his willingness to be Dr. Peter Venkman. Same with Dan Aykroyd, except people see him as Elwood Blues. Harold Ramis is just as comfortable behind the scenes that too just see him is a letdown from what he was in GB (he has to talk and wear those familiar glasses for me recognize him). And Ernie Hudson, do not get me started.

by rgghost

22 years, 10 months ago


hummm

by Dr.Spengler

22 years, 10 months ago


You guys are harsh.
Harold Ramis, while not as well known to moviegoers as Bill Murray, is known throughout Hollywood for bringing some of the best comedies Hollywood has seen in the past 30 years to life.
Animal House, Vacation, Caddyshack, Ghostbusters, Stripes, Groundhog Day all saw him involved in some way, writing, directing and/or acting. And by those who have seen his great roles in Ghostbusters AND Stripes, as well as SCTV before that, they know he is a great comedic actor.
Dan Aykroyd is a highly respected actor who thrives on being remembered as Elwood Blues, but impresses audiences with his amazing versatility in many differing roles. For this, he is known as one of the better actors to come out of Canada…ever.
Bill Murray is a funny guy. Period. He has been in few movies that saw him too dramatic. I've heard differing tidbits about him over the years. I know that he is an easygoing guy and friendly and charming in real life. On some sets he has been known to be a little tense at times, but to say that he is only known for Ghostbusters is almost being too full of your own favorite movie. He is remembered by many in Ghostbusters as well as Caddyshack, Stripes, Groundhog Day, Scrooged (hit or miss for some, but fans of his humor enjoyed it), What About Bob? (loved by many), and in 1998, while not an enormous commercial success, Rushmore was an incredible Dramatic/Comedy Performance that defined him as an actor. He was the highlight of Charlie's Angels and just another great actor in The Royal Tennenbaums. Just recently, he and Sigourney Weaver starred in a play together in New York about 9/11 and the aftermath, and I believe it was a drama. He isn't starring in it anymore, but was the first to play one of the starring roles in what will be a rotating cast.
Ernie Hudson? How about Ernie Hudson is one of the best versatile actors in Hollywood, and better than 80% of the actors out there. He can play any role you give him, and generally chooses good films. There was a reason he was chosen as the 4th Ghostbuster: he's extremely talented. And he's had roles in MANY films, a lot over the years, although I'm not exactly sure how many.

So before you go bashing these actors, take a look at the many more successes in their career than they have had failures. Bill, Dan, and Harold are associated with being some of the best comedians and comedic actors of the past 30 years. And Ernie Hudson is an incredible actor.

That's all I have to say.

by StayinPuft

22 years, 10 months ago


Well what was the name of that really retarded movie Bill Murray was in a few years ago? Like the Clumsy Inspector or something stupid like that….

by Ghostbuster4evr

22 years, 10 months ago


Whoa, Spengs. Before you condemn me and the rest, I just want to defend myself for just a few moments.
The reason I say that Bill Murray is typecast is not to be mean or harsh. It is mainly an opinion. His films (my favorites are Caddyshack, Stripes, Scrooged, Ghostbusters, Ghostbusters II, Groundhog Day, What About Bob?, The Man Who Knew Too Little, and Charlie's Angles)are all funny to me, but in nearly all his movies, he IS Venkman, and I think he realizes that himself. If he tries to move to a different role, he will not be taken seriously. But by remaining in the public eye as Venkman, he is able to do nice supporting roles, like Rushmore and Charlie's Angles.
Harold Ramis is more of a background guy than a star. His best work, to me, will be in Stripes and both GB. But that is as a star (fourth billing is not so bad). Yet I wish he would do more starring roles in movies than be the writer/director/producer.
Dan Aykroyd is one of the most brilliant comedians still working today (and one of the few SNL cast members from the 1975 premeire still working). I said he is more recognizable as Elwood Blues, which is correct. The Blues Brothers was one of the biggest hits of 1980, and when Dan finally got around to do the sequel, he took good care of it, and it is a good, funny film, despite it not doing well at the movies. He has not done much in the case of a star lately, but by doing little supporting roles, he is still funny. Like Bill Murray.
I guess I was unfair to Ernie Hudson. But you got to admit, his work post-GB has not been up to par (Mr.Magoo?), but he is an incredible actor (see the episode of Tales From the Crypt where he plays a clown), and for that reason is why he was chosen to play Winston Zeddemore. But he could have had a bigger role in the films.
So Spengs, I apologize if I touched a nerve with my comments. They are only my opinions, as I see them, and research them.

by drugasbuster

22 years, 10 months ago


i dont think thats true, its too unprofessional…