The Nutty Professor
When beautiful Carla Purty joins the university faculty, genetic professor Dr. Sherman Klump grows desperate to whittle his 400-pound frame down to size and win her heart. So, with one swig of his experimental fat-reducing serum, Sherman becomes 'Buddy Love', a fast-talking, pumped-up, plumped down Don Juan.
Critics Sentiment
The Klump family gathers for dinner with Murphy playing multiple characters
Reggie Warrington ruthlessly mocks Sherman for his weight at The Scream
The film jumps from its emotional low point during Reggie's cruel fat-shaming to high praise for Murphy's transformation effects and Buddy's revenge
Critics consistently praised Eddie Murphy's virtuosic performance, especially his portrayal of the entire Klump family, calling it a showcase of his comedic talents. However, they found Buddy Love increasingly obnoxious and the overall story thin, with mixed reactions to the crude humor and fat jokes. The film succeeds as a vehicle for Murphy's abilities but struggles with tonal consistency and narrative depth.
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Eddie Murphy
Sherman Klump / Buddy Love / Lance Perkins / Papa Klump / Mama Klump / Grandma Klump / Ernie Klump
Jada Pinkett Smith
Carla Purty
James Coburn
Harlan Hartley
Larry Miller
Dean Richmond
Dave Chappelle
Reggie Warrington
John Ales
Jason
Patricia Wilson
Dean's Secretary
Jamal Mixon
Ernie Klump, Jr.
Nichole McAuley
Fit Woman
Hamilton von Watts
Health Instructor
Chao-Li Chi
Asian Man
Tony Carlin
Host
Quinn Duffy
Bartender
Montell Jordan
Montell Jordan
Doug Williams
Band Leader
David Ramsey
Student
Chaz Lamar Shepherd
Student
Lisa Halpern
Sad Fat Firl
Mark McPherson
Doctor
John Prosky
Doctor
Crew
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