Eminem Pitch

1. Broadcast Writing Amanda Bankhead
Documentary
An exclusive look at the rigid relationship between Eminem and daughter, Haile Jade.
The documentary will give an insight on the background of the rapper Marshall Bruce Mathers
lll, better known as Eminem, became a father to Haile Jade in 1995. In this documentary, I will
show a side of Marshall Mathers that not many people see. I want to show the world the father
behind the music, not just the rapper. The inspiring artist had not yet signed a deal and
struggled to keep his family fed. But growing up without a father, motivated him to be the best
he can be for his only biological daughter. He continued to work and finally signed with
Interscope/Aftermath Records in 1998. He released The Slim Shady LP shortly after he signed.
Once the LP was released providing for his daughter became easier to handle. Much of his
music career is based on the struggles and trials between his family. Many songs are written
and produced for Haile, or about Haile. Haile’s Song, Mockingbird, My Dad’s gone crazy, and
When I’m Gone are just a few that he has written for her. In past interviews, Mathers has
mentioned that Haile would stack boxes in front of the door just so her father wouldn’t leave.
He has vowed to be a parent over a rapper, and keep Haile first in his life. Although many
interviews have been done with Mathers, this particular documentary will focus on his
relationship with his daughter and the struggles he took to make his career grow him into a
wonderful father. His struggles with his ex-wife, and her mother will be explained and
elaborated on, as well, to show a clear view of how life was in the Mathers’ home.
He told Contemporary Musicians Magazine, "When she gets old enough, I'm going to explain it
to her. I'll let her know that Mommy and Daddy weren't getting along at the time. None of it
was to be taken literally."
Interview:
• Marshall Mathers lll
• Kim Mathers ( Ex-Wife)
• Haile Jade
• Mathers’ Mother
• Alania( Mathers’ adopted step daughter)
• Dr. Dre
• John Tryganiel( Time Magazine) Important Places
• Detroit, MI
o 8 Mile Road
o The Bassmint ( where his first album The Slim Shady EP was recorded)