Beverly Hills Cop II
3.5
(2.0K)
Action
Comedy
Crime
1987
103 min
R
Axel Foley returns to the land of sunshine and palm trees to investigate the near-fatal shooting of police Captain Andrew Bogomil. With the help of Sgt. Taggart and Det. Rosewood, they soon uncover that the shooting is associated with a series of "alphabet" robberies masterminded by a heartless weapons kingpin—and the chase is on.
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Comedy
Crime
Action
6.6/10
58%
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"Beverly Hills Cop 2 (1987), directed by Tony Scott, attempts to recapture the magic of the original but falls short in several areas. While the film boasts a bigger budget and more elaborate action sequences, it lacks the charm and originality of its predecessor. The plot revolves around Axel Foley returning to Beverly Hills to solve a series of “Alphabet Crimes” and avenge the shooting of his friend, Captain Bogomil.
One of the critical issues with the sequel is its tonal inconsistency. The film oscillates between serious action and forced humor, often failing to strike the right balance. Eddie Murphy’s portrayal of Axel Foley becomes more abrasive, losing some of the character’s initial likability. Despite these shortcomings, the film still offers moments of entertainment, particularly through the chemistry between Murphy and his co-stars, Judge Reinhold and John Ashton."
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