Marlon Wayans Rewatches White Chicks, Requiem for a Dream, Scary Movie & More | Vanity Fair

Marlon Wayans takes a walk down memory lane as he rewatches scenes from his classic works including 'Scary Movie,' 'Requiem for a Dream,' 'White Chicks,' 'The Wayans Bros.,' 'Air,' and 'Good Grief.' Marlon dishes on the "art to the fart" on 'White Chicks,' exploring his grief in 'Good Grief' after losing his parents and so much more.
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Director: Jameer Pond
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Editor: Morgan Dopp
Talent: Marlon Wayans
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[@word42069]

Wayans can get his flowers. Dude’s a genius.. he’s humble about it but he’s a master of his craft.

[@mayflower7811]

That's why we ❤ him

[@djofanaccount]

Absolutely

[@LarrySwishamane]

Genius? uMustve missed haunted house movie & 50 shades of black… Ig’ninz is bliss

[@krazejhaha]

@@LarrySwishamane not everything is gonna be a hit he’s still a genius and all his family

[@MoonitheBooni]

ur pfp took me back to 2016

[@TimothyLeeClark]

Can’t believe don’t be a menace wasn’t in this. One of the funniest parodies ever made.

[@101shadeira]

I can’t believe it either

[@ajboss924]

@TimothyLeeClark That's because Don't be a menace sucked. It wasn't as funny as scary movie and white chicks.

[@nora_ray]

Or him in G.I. Joe!

[@telikaandfam]

do you have a problem!😂

[@SeloCGN]

100% I clicked through it just to find it

[@darkcity925]

Marlon Wayans is 51. Dude looks late 20s.

[@BobMaloogaloogaloogaloogalooga]

You know what they say. Black is whack.

[@jerbsherb4391]

He looks younger than me and I am 20 years younger than him.

[@lani5023]

@@jerbsherb4391you gotta fix something

[@kemi1284]

@@jerbsherb4391damn you must be white

[@chakyaramonaa]

@@lani5023😭😭

[@queen4eva93]

the impression of his brother! LMAOOOOOOOOOO

[@seezar100]

timestamp ?

[@lanedek]

@@seezar100 Literally one minute into the video lol

[@ajboss924]

​@queen4eva93 I like marlon but it wasn't that funny

[@Iamtonycobain]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@RomaroBrandon]

You should him impersonating Damon

[@ZJoshuaZBarberZ]

"Black Guy. The Movie" is a genius idea 😂

[@justinsanity9940]

Blankman*

[@Fabio035]

With a white chick dressing up as a black guy 😆

[@BabyJesus66]

Starring Robert Downey Jr

[@amberhandschumacher3002]

@@BabyJesus66😂😂😂

[@duanerichardsii9307]

He deserves more dramatic roles. He’s AMAZING at comedy but I think Hollywood’s keepin him in a box

[@tay9107]

Maybe that’s what he likes?

[@simoncowell5480]

"By the time I'm 100, Ima finally look 50" dayum

[@samwhite9945]

His role in Requiem was so incredibly iconic, I hope he knows how far that role reached

[@lenny_skywalker]

Facts. As a hardcore cinephile, I agree 💯

[@MelissaAnn420]

I wish this was an hour long, he is a treasure.

[@Beardedmane901]

💯💯💯 this is one of the best interviews I ever seen

[@ALZZMWFL]

IKR I wish there is like a wayans podcast

[@MelissaAnn420]

@@ALZZMWFL why is this not a thing yet??? Brilliant idea.

[@GraceLove33]

@@MelissaAnn420the wayne’s family as a whole are pretty private in general. They would never do a podcast. Too corny

[@777cherries]

I NEEEED MARLON ON HOT ONES!! I know that interview will be iconiccc

[@Samomma05]

It's gotta be him and Shawn fr

[@777cherries]

@@Samomma05 WAIT BOTH WOULD BE AMAZING. I just felt like that would be ambitious to ask😂😂😂

[@hertzollner]

His role in Requiem for a Dream broke me

[@austins.2495]

Such a great film

[@moriah93ohio]

I’ve never heard of the movie until this video

[@ajboss924]

@hertzollner How can that movie break you? 😂 They are much more scarier movies than this

[@scottcox2889]

⁠@@ajboss924reality is scary

[@ajboss924]

@@scottcox2889 Ok. So what's your point

[@UrbanDecayLova247]

Marlon is so underrated, he really has the acting chops of Jim Carrey.

[@chillingdxth666]

And doesn't get half as much recognition like wtfff bro 😭😭😭

[@tyriqueselvester8771]

Didn’t they all come up together

[@marcusaguilar874]

Jim Carrey Marlon Wayans are different. Jim Carrey is actually funny, Marlon Wayans is just cringe.

[@chillingdxth666]

@tyriqueselvester8771 they did kinda yeah they were on a comedy show called "in living color" back in the 90s but while Jim was already in it Marlon didn't join until the later seasons.

[@chillingdxth666]

@marcusaguilar874 comedy is subjective for a reason there is absolutely no reason for you to have to leave such malice... also I am just genuinely wondering if you find Marlon so cringe why are you going out of your way to watch a whole KZbin video literally dedicated to his career. I just genuinely find it odd that one can spend so much time hating on someone yet you go out of your way to watch something about the person you hate. Like if you hate em why spend your energy on em when you can easily watch something else..

[@dashingdreww1185]

Nahhh we need White Chicks 2 😭😭😂😂, it’s been like 20 years I’m sure makeup and prosthetics artists have been able to cut down the time in half lol

[@awesomeperson5051]

They are making it this interview was like a year ago also on his TikTok he said he hopes to have white chicks 2 out before the first one turns 25

[@marcusaguilar874]

Anyone who thought white chicks was a funny movie are just as stupid as the people in the movie who falled for the black guys disguised white women.

[@marcusaguilar874]

@@awesomeperson5051 Anyone who thought white chicks was a funny movie are just as stupid as the people in the movie who falled for the black guys disguised white women.

[@BabyJesus66]

It's racist.

[@user-pm6nx1fs2w]

Not ​@@BabyJesus66

[@majesticj08]

Marlon and the rest of his family have been such a blessing to us all, these are some of the role models our young black friends should aspire to be like, become a comedian, a doctor, a lawyer, because those are the things that will bless so many including themselves

[@chayo4537]

Stfu. What even is this?! 😂 buzzkill 🖕

[@chayo4537]

Thats not gonna get rid of racism babe 😂

[@majesticj08]

@chayo4537 how can I be racist to my own people, I probably didn't phrase my message correctly, but I'm black british with jamaican roots

[@M419.99]

@@majesticj08the whole talk about racism is dumb af. Come to China and see how they really treat blacks compared to people in the US

[@wrestlerecap1324]

The Scary Movie mask changing when he's high or when he's on the phone. Funniest thing EVER 😂

[@SaleemMajor]

Facts

[@montana23888]

“If you learn to smile in your worst moments and then you’ll laugh the rest of your days”……. So simple yet so profound

[@TillsRojas7]

Not going to lie, I shed tears. I wish anyone who reads this well.

[@KDBetter]

How seriously he watches the clips is both funny and admirable

[@lenny_skywalker]

Facts lol. I assumed he'll laugh at some, but I was so wrong lol

[@Zumcho]

His character in Requiem for a Dream showed his range as an actor. He's incredibly talented and, of course, very funny.

[@TheBraunMachine2K24]

Agreed, IMHO, that's easily his best performance, always wanted to see him do more serious roles like that. Also loved him on Bel-Air, he was fantastic in that argument scene with Will.

[@malikwilson7387]

​@@TheBraunMachine2K24or his role in The Aretha Franklin movie called Respect .I think Hollywood typecasted Marlon and after Requiem for a Dream he should've kept doing more dramatic roles

[@tylerjones4247]

His impressions for his brothers are comedy gold

[@LuisOliva95]

Marlon has always had this confidence and talent within, hope he does something for A24 someday.

[@erickesteban8700]

He is gonna be in the next Jordan peele movie

[@adonniskent]

Marlon Wayans definitely shaped my childhood for the better. He is hilarious!

[@MilesToGoGo]

“I don’t need this ‘method acting’ thing!” lol you tell ‘em!

[@user-kf2oi4sq5b]

"But I did it and Uh, movie turned out great, so maybe I should shut up" lol

[@mayflower7811]

The last part I feel for Marlon is because I recently lost my father back in February, and it still hurts. I miss my dad, too. So thank you, Marlon, for sharing that with us

[@trindellbrown]

Don’t be A Menace, Scary Movie (2000) and White Chicks are my favorites. My childhood

[@marcusaguilar874]

Anyone who thought white chicks was a funny movie are just as stupid as the people in the movie who falled for the black guys disguised white women.

[@BeenWavy-i4w]

All shaped who I am today fr.

[@freezhollywood]

He’s not lyin. Wayans bros first season is a throwaway. Once Marlon cut his hair the show became flawless. Only got better. Tht last season their best season.

[@deonnadyson]

I love his hair but they still needed to change the show...

[@GraceLove33]

2-4 are great and iconic. 1 and 5 are not that great

[@freezhollywood]

@@deonnadyson yes the Jamaican dude the Italian security guard. Cringe.

[@freezhollywood]

@@GraceLove33 5 is on par with 4 to me.

[@ScottThePisces]

I know the intro is a joke, but if Marlon did a movie like that (thinking it's "low effort") it would somehow still be comedy gold. The Wayan's effect is strong!

[@wingchundragon]

I wish he do more dramatic roles. He has it in him

[@ronin84]

Requiem for a Dream is probably the biggest reason I never tried H in my 20s.

[@upland77]

Yeah, it's better to wait until your 30s before trying H

[@Hempherovideos]

@@upland77bro-😂

[@laslalal8451]

This guy starred in Scary Movie and Requiem For A Dream in the same year. Two completely different kinds of movies and he freakin' nailed him both.

[@Julian-ex3yn]

one of the best comedians of our time, all the parody movies of the 2000 are gold, they dont make them like they used to.

[@marcusaguilar874]

He made one of the shittiest movies ever made. 2000s was the worst time for comedy movies.

[@zuzjsjsksksk]

he’s a national treasure

[@Choom89]

A national skin head is more accurate.

[@deemp8727]

​@Choom89 booo. Troll harder

[@bookishbroad]

The whole family

[@alissaalvarez4173]

Aww that’s why I love Marlon❤️ especially cs he’s so transparent about his feelings. And even says that it’s normal to give urself time to heal when u need it

[@Sertitude123]

I watched Scary Movie as a kid but never really paid attention to the cast outside of the movies. I just discovered this guy through the interview. Well, I know I've got some stuff to watch

[@annahbunnyi172]

Omg you will definitely enjoy.

[@alexcastle1994]

The Wayans Brothers deserve their flowers they’re incredible actors.

[@jenng7389]

underrated actor who can do anything. comedy, action, drama. bravo!

[@greenrobot5]

The way they tap their fros in that intro always cracks me up

[@kali_o_mali]

Requiem for a dream is one of the best movies I’ve ever seen. He really did his thing.

[@sinister_ray159]

When i heard this I thought of kendrick lamars diss in my head 😂 0:36

[@kryptiqhiphop]

Me too!!

[@KIPSMITHERZ415]

Vlad

[@jimmygillard]

Requiem for a Dream is such an incredible film that you never want to watch in your life ever again.

[@raodeerekloos3077]

Requiem is such a classic movie! People need to give Marlon his flowers!!🌺

[@rantoonsgaming685]

yeah because i was expecting some wayans brothers comedy but was in for a rude awakening 😎 Great Movie

[@Mayraloves]

The Fact JLO suggested Marlon even after all these years ... I think that's so dope.

[@tiagopinto365]

just now i realised again Marlon was a big part of my laughs growing up... love the guy

[@davidao2551]

He gave a seriously outstanding performance in Requiem For a Dream🙌🏻🙌🏻 He deserved more recognition for that

[@jahbvbypost]

Marlon in the bathroom & them legs flying everywhere will forever be funny 🤣🤣🤣

[@marcusaguilar874]

Anybody who thought white chicks was funny, are just as stupid as the people in the movie, who falled for the Black guys disguised as white women.

[@RicJangles]

how do you watch that scary movie clip and not laugh? absolute legend

[@girlytomboyx]

Shorty was my favourite character of Scary Movie 😂

[@connorlee3531]

Because he matured

[@gingerriviera3654]

It's crazy, I really love Marlon more in serious roles and moments. He is funny of course but seeing him act seriously I feel like I'm seeing some part of him that is real. Like behind the curtain. Very cool.

[@Spirits-n-Giggles]

"I never wanna play a white woman again." Bruh... same 😂

[@starheartskull15]

Wasn’t expecting to cry at a vanity fair video today

[@latinoheat7390]

I cried at how cute u look

[@alizaef8483]

0:06 white chick was so funny not gonna lie 😂

[@marcusaguilar874]

Anybody who thought white chicks was funny, are just as stupid as the people in the movie, who falled for the Black guys disguised as white women.

[@lana_contreras]

Love him in "Requiem for a Dream" he's a phenomenal actor

[@AlaynaAlana]

“I see dead people” Me: *starts crip walking*

[@chelseacanales8763]

Love him in White Chicks but he did a great job in Requiem for a Dream

[@skalomax]

Wayans bros is honestly one of the funniest shows ever

[@JR-cj6te]

A haunted house is one of the funniest movies I’ve ever seen

[@Choom89]

It's racist AF

[@Emmvee12]

Shorty wasn’t written in Scary movie but he was my favorite character 😂

[@ThePhantom628]

That was really heartwarming

[@jenitadriver2024]

Shorty was a straight menace😂😂😂😂

[@eyeknow8009]

6:20 S"catological Humor" on the spot is underrated

[@victorsoliz3272]

He’s the greatest freakin actor I swear cracks me up no matter how many times I’ve seen it and shorty will always be one of my favorite characters 🤣🤣🤣

[@Olterior]

Glad to see him develop. He will forever be Shorty for me, but him and his Brother and other siblings have provided 3 decades of comedy so far in my life, and I hope that when I'm 40 I look like Marlon does at 51 :D

[@jayr3053]

He never ages! Was in some of my favorite films growing up!

[@TheBloobster]

This guy is incredibly underrated

[@trapt29]

White Chicks is my movie

[@matthewlivingston6635]

I worked on a movie with Marlon; never got to talk to him. But I wanted so much to ask him about his character on Above the Rim. Growing up on a native reservation his basketball character was hilarious. And that ending with Tupac was a big twist!!!

[@got2bjosh]

Decades later, Marlon still cracks me up! A way more versatile actor than we usually get to see.

[@tukelenkku2146]

Marlon in Ladykillers was so under appreciated “YOU BROUGHT YO GIRL TO THE WAFFLE HUT”

[@JacobPMendoza]

I wish yall showed Don’t Be A Menace

[@marcoschavarria3232]

Genuinely liked that he watched the clips. But that stand-up special was a tear jerker it was very relatable, funny, a true hit

[@user-kf2oi4sq5b]

What a Beautiful ACTOR/COMEDIAN and HUMAN

[@lesleydyu]

This tugs at my heart strings. I grew up with the Wayans, don't think my childhood would have been the same.

[@IuliaDrabikmcdrjuly]

very underrated actor with an amazing range, loved him in everything he did. Pure inspirations, thanks for the laughs and tears

[@Shrek_Smith]

Shorty is my favorite character I'm glad he was base on real person😂

[@calisthetics]

The whole wayans family is talented asf

[@j0rdyxo]

Such a pure soul, Marlon is so pleasant and respectable, and him and his family are so incredibly talented. A great comedian and person

[@Trel2x]

“I see dead people” 😂😂😂

[@dylanc2516]

I watched "Requiem for a Dream" It was great! I am never watching it again...

[@raegleek88]

I couldn't agree more. It's one of the greatest movies that I will NEVER watch again.

[@jessifer23f]

All of the Wayans brothers are awesome.

[@criz5991]

These are the interviews we want

[@RiC3R69]

Wayans Films were the Coolest

[@Bre-dm8go]

Never seen Requiem for a dream but as a recovered addict im definitely gonna look into

[@Thewritingelf]

An amazing movie. Be warned though, it will send you spiraling.

[@buzzsah]

Best interview so far.

[@bmptygaming8452]

I got to see him live at The Improv in Miami. He is wayyy too hilarious. I love him😂❤

[@CorridorOfMirrorsRemixes]

Marlon, you were INCREDIBLE in "Requiem For A Dream". One of my all-time favourite films, and you should be very proud.

[@graciemelton5857]

Requiem is one of my favorites ever

[@marksummers666]

Dude just refuses to age

[@brianbernal4209]

“I heard JLO in the background” bro funny asf

[@xmikeybaybiex]

Thank you for everything you’ve done and continue to do.

[@michaelfedrick3946]

He's literally the face of the legendary Wayans family

[@s3cr3tsquar333]

mf made ME cry just now

[@Fyhria]

2000s childhoods memories unlock as a child

[@Jamezito]

What a legend

[@Beardedmane901]

Gotta be one of my favorite interviews I seen 🔥🔥🔥

[@yasserabd-ig1nk]

Seeing so much support and love here is amazing. Blessings to you all.

[@4thCorner]

Marlon is keeping the Wayans legacy alive and refreshed 💯💯💯💯

[@babiboy181]

An underrated movie i had on vhs as a kid if his was Senseless with David Spade. Very funny movie 😂😂😂

[@MorganMacksFilms]

The Wayans brothers have earned their success. Love them and support them so much!!

[@rustyop3174]

Such an amazing video to watch also Marlon is such a humble and honest person 🤗

[@oxyehhotv]

Legendary dude, worldwide love for him, I hope he knew that fact.❤

[@marXmon]

My guy Marlon Wayans. Fellow Exjw, love you buddy.

[@krys1075]

I’ve watched white chicks every other year since it came out. It’s my favorite movie💕