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    Here's What We Can Expect From HBO Max's Forthcoming Brittany Murphy Docuseries

    What will we find out?

    Andi Wynter
    by Andi Wynter

    BuzzFeed Contributor

    Brittany Murphy, who starred in films like Clueless, 8 Mile, and Just Married, died tragically in 2009 from a combination of pneumonia and an accidental overdose at 32 years old.

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    HBO Max recently announced that they will be exploring her passing and honoring her legacy in a two-part docuseries.

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    Directed by Cynthia Hill, there is currently no set release date as of yet.

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    “I agreed to do this film because I think it’s a shame that Brittany’s promising life and career has been eclipsed by the circumstances of her death,” said the director. “I think it’s important to celebrate Brittany’s talent as we struggle to explain the tragic circumstances of her and Simon’s deaths.”

    Given the growing interest in examining the tabloid scrutiny that celebrities from the 90s and early 2000s faced, it's possible that the docuseries will examine the effects of Hollywood's misogynistic culture on Murphy's career.

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    To the actress who brought range to the big screen from classic comedies such as, Just Married and Uptown Girls, to darker films like Girl, Interrupted and Don't Say A Word, we anticipate an examination of the effects of Hollywood's misogynistic culture on Brittany's career, similar to the women celebrities in her age. We also expect glowing highlights of some of her iconic roles, as she had so much more to give to TV and movie scene.

    HBO Max's Executive Vice President, Jennifer O' Connell hopes this documentary tells Brittany's story in an enlightening way.

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    “Our Brittany Murphy documentary cuts through the tabloid noise with an elevated, nuanced depiction of a sensational story,” said Jennifer O’Connell. “Crafting a grounded account of Brittany Murphy’s life struggles and sudden passing comes with great responsibility and we’ve partnered with a masterful creative team to produce a thoughtful examination of a tragedy that has long been cause for speculation.”

    What are you hoping to learn from the upcoming Brittany Murphy docuseries?