Overview

• Anthony Mackie revealed on 'The Pivot Podcast' that Eminem used details from his real life during the final rap battle in the 2002 movie '8 Mile.'
• Eminem asked Mackie to share personal information, which he later used in his lyrics, targeting Mackie rather than his character, Papa Doc.
• The actor admitted his genuine reactions of frustration during the scene stemmed from how personal the insults felt.
• '8 Mile' marked the film debut for both Mackie and Eminem, with the latter winning an Oscar for Best Original Song for 'Lose Yourself.'
• Mackie reflected on his Juilliard training, crediting it for his ability to perform diverse roles, including his portrayal of Papa Doc.