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Boomerang: Was Marcus a Love Avoidant?


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Marcus (Eddie Murphy) has a reputation as the ultimate playboy however, he gets a taste of his own medicine from the beautiful Jacqueline (Robin Givens). They become involved, but he is put off by her noncommittal approach to their relationship. Meanwhile, Marcus also begins to develop feelings for the pretty Angela (Halle Berry), who seems to be more compatible.

In this movie character analysis video, we analyze the mental health condition of Eddie Murphy's character Marcus. Does he show signs of Love Avoidance? What does his character tell us about Black love and Black Mental Health today?

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