Pictures and video have surfaced of a painfully thin Brittany Murphy on the set of her last movie, a psychological thriller called 'Abandoned,' just months before her fatal cardiac arrest Sunday. Despite rumors that Murphy was disorganized or difficult to work with, director Michael Feifer told PEOPLE, "Brittany was a pro ... It hurts me to hear all this salacious stuff because my experience with Brittany was really one of my best experiences with an actress." Watch a clip from Murphy's last movie
Feifer continued, "When she needed to turn it on, she just threw a switch and she was on. She didn't have to be all method. There was a moment where she needed to cry, and we were kidding around where she actually said she could cry out of one eye and you just had to pick which eye you wanted. She was that good at her craft. So playing frantic came really easy and playing sweet came really easy."
Actress Brittany Murphy on the set of her last movie, a psychological thriller called 'Abandoned,' just months before her fatal cardiac arrest. See more >>
This photo provided by Hybrid Productions shows Brittany Murphy while working on the set of "Abandoned" in Los Angeles in June, 2009. The film is Murphy's final starring role before her recent death. The film is expected to be released in 2010. (AP Photo/Hybrid Productions) NO SALES
This photo provided by Hybrid Productions shows Brittany Murphy and Peter Bogdanovich on the set of "Abandoned" in Los Angeles in June 2009. The film is Murphy's final starring role before her recent death. The film is expected to be released in 2010. (AP Photo/Hybrid Productions) NO SALES
The director recalled meeting his star on the first day of shooting. "I went into her trailer," he said, "and she just came up to me with those Brittany Murphy eyes and just gave me a big hug and said, 'Thank you so much for having me' before I could say, 'Thank you for being a part of it.' It was the sweetest thing."
Though many have praised the star's enthusiasm and work ethic, it was a cause for concern in some of Murphy's colleagues. Scott Chambers, an executive producer of the thriller Murphy wrapped just before filming 'Abandoned,' said Murphy's hard work appeared to be at the expense of her health.
"She looked ill, as much as 10 pounds underweight, and she's a small person to begin with," Chambers reportedly told the Los Angeles Times (via NY Daily News). "She easily could have made an excuse not to come to work, but she didn't. She said, 'I've got to get better, but I want to do this part.' "
'Abandoned' co-stars Dean Cain, Mimi Rogers and Peter Bogdanovich. Murphy's starring role is a woman who believes her husband has vanished; she searches for her husband while battling threats to her safety and sanity. The actress also worked briefly on a movie shot in Puerto Rico after wrapping 'Abandoned' titled 'The Caller,' but left due to creative differences.
Murphy died on December 20. Her funeral is scheduled for Christmas Eve, December 24, according to RadarOnline.
TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF BRITTANY, PEOPLE ARE JUST PLAIN MEAN THESE DAYS. BEFORE EXPLORING THE FACTS THEY GO NEGATIVE, NOT BECAUSE OF BRITTANY, BECAUSE THEY ARE ANGRY. I ALWAYS FOUND HER TO BE A GREAT ACTRESS AND A REAL PRESENCE ON SCREEN. IT'S SO SAD TO SEE SUCH A BEAUTIFUL AND TALENTED YOUNG WOMAN LEAVE US WHEN WE NEED HER ABILITY TO ENTERTAIN MORE THAN EVER. GOD BLESS HER SOUL, HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
I totally agree with you 100% one of the best actress we could ever have .So sad so young,she will be missed very much, but rememberd.Rest in Peace Brittany.
The people who say anything negative about Brittany are heartless cruel people. No, we may not have known her personally, but she is a human being that deserves the utmost respect! She was a gorgeous and talented actress and we will greatly miss being entertained by her brilliance!!!!
i really enjoyed her movie, " girl,interrupted. she reminded me of som of the things i had gone through my life as a teenager. to her family and friends from all over, i send my greatest love andsupport, and sympathy. she will always be my #1 favorite actor..... may God be with all her family sincerly,, victoria
THIS IS WHAT DRUGS ITS DOING TO AMERICA, THE POOR AND THE RICH, YOU CAN'T ESCAPE WHILE YOU ARE IN AN INGNORANCE STAGE. NO MATTER HOW MUCH OR LESS YOU HAVE, IT IS AN EPIDEMIC AND PEOPLE JUST DON'T KNOW HOW TO HANDLE THEIR POWER, STATUS OR SITUATIONS, IT JUST GETTING OUT OF HAND. AND THEY WILL KEEP FALLING, THERE IS NO STOP TO IT. WAKEUP AMERICA, SAY NO TO DRUGS...
I agree..Let poor Britneys family mourn w/o all of you idiots calling her a drug addict, and all of the other ugly names I have read the last few days. Brittney had people who loved her, and how do you think they feel when they read the trash about her. You people that are talking crap are cowards because you have to talk about a person who is no longer here to defend herself. I feel sorry for those of you who are so petty and jelious that you have to put someone down to make yourselves feel better. Brittney was no different than any other human being with feelings, with people she loved and who loved her..What gives anyone the right to put her down?? Those of you who are so petty and hateful I hope you Christmas sucks...BTW, retarded isn't used by the AMA anymore,I believe it is labeled as mentally challenged. Anyone who would call someone retarded is pathetic..I guess it just makes all of you perfect people feel better. When your children grow up and possibly have a drug or alcohol problem or an eating disorder, think about what you said about Britteny today...R.I.P Brittney, you are flying with the Angels and they are happy to see you, so even though you are missed horribly here, you made the Angels happy......My condolences to Brittneys family and friends
Touche. The use of that word, while intended to denigrate the special needs person, actually denigrates th user of the word as it reveals a shocking ignorance and mean spiritedness.
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TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF BRITTANY,
PEOPLE ARE JUST PLAIN MEAN THESE DAYS. BEFORE EXPLORING THE FACTS THEY GO NEGATIVE, NOT BECAUSE OF BRITTANY, BECAUSE THEY ARE ANGRY.
I ALWAYS FOUND HER TO BE A GREAT ACTRESS AND A REAL PRESENCE ON SCREEN. IT'S SO SAD TO SEE SUCH A BEAUTIFUL AND TALENTED YOUNG WOMAN LEAVE US WHEN WE NEED HER ABILITY TO ENTERTAIN MORE THAN EVER.
GOD BLESS HER SOUL, HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
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What the heck happened to her lips? She looks like a fish.
I totally agree with you 100% one of the best actress we could ever have .So sad so young,she will be missed very much, but rememberd.Rest in Peace Brittany.
Hey Brittney, Angelina called and she wants her lips back!!!!
She will be missed, such a wonderful actress.
For those of you who didnt personally know Brittany, the only reason she touched your life is because you dont have one.
The people who say anything negative about Brittany are heartless cruel people. No, we may not have known her personally, but she is a human being that deserves the utmost respect! She was a gorgeous and talented actress and we will greatly miss being entertained by her brilliance!!!!
i really enjoyed her movie, " girl,interrupted. she reminded me of som of the things i had gone through my life as a teenager. to her family and friends from all over, i send my greatest love andsupport, and sympathy. she will always be my #1 favorite actor.....
may God be with all her family
sincerly,,
victoria
amen to that!
I agree with you! May she rest in peace!
THIS IS WHAT DRUGS ITS DOING TO AMERICA, THE POOR AND THE RICH, YOU CAN'T ESCAPE WHILE YOU ARE IN AN INGNORANCE STAGE. NO MATTER HOW MUCH OR LESS YOU HAVE, IT IS AN EPIDEMIC AND PEOPLE JUST DON'T KNOW HOW TO HANDLE THEIR POWER, STATUS OR SITUATIONS, IT JUST GETTING OUT OF HAND. AND THEY WILL KEEP FALLING, THERE IS NO STOP TO IT. WAKEUP AMERICA, SAY NO TO DRUGS...
I agree..Let poor Britneys family mourn w/o all of you idiots calling her a drug addict, and all of the other ugly names I have read the last few days. Brittney had people who loved her, and how do you think they feel when they read the trash about her. You people that are talking crap are cowards because you have to talk about a person who is no longer here to defend herself. I feel sorry for those of you who are so petty and jelious that you have to put someone down to make yourselves feel better. Brittney was no different than any other human being with feelings, with people she loved and who loved her..What gives anyone the right to put her down?? Those of you who are so petty and hateful I hope you Christmas sucks...BTW, retarded isn't used by the AMA anymore,I believe it is labeled as mentally challenged. Anyone who would call someone retarded is pathetic..I guess it just makes all of you perfect people feel better. When your children grow up and possibly have a drug or alcohol problem or an eating disorder, think about what you said about Britteny today...R.I.P Brittney, you are flying with the Angels and they are happy to see you, so even though you are missed horribly here, you made the Angels happy......My condolences to Brittneys family and friends
Patrice Bedrosian-Nagel
Another useless story by PoopEater. Oh PoopEater you done it again! Watch for more retarded articles about Brittnay Murphy in cluding:
1. Brittany was an alien who dated Bat boy.
2. Brittnay seen at local Donut shop with Elvis.
3. Brittnay bi-polar and Multiple personalities revealed.
We have a years worth of headlines so keep reading!
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Only IGNORANT people use the word "retarded". Shame on you & anyone else who uses that AWFUL word.
To Sandy Williams:
Touche. The use of that word, while intended to denigrate the special needs person, actually denigrates th user of the word as it reveals a shocking ignorance and mean spiritedness.
Guess it better be removed from all the American Psychology Association and Medical books
Retarded is a word. An accurate word. Stop with the political correct b.s. people.
Strange ever writes like a loser
Hey Fatboyslim, you suck and may death find you as ugly as you are in life.
This is Popeater,not the New York Times.