Bad Boys (1995)
48%RT Audience Score: 31%
Awards & Nominations: 3 wins & 15 nominations
Review 1: “This movie was terrible. The acting was bad, the plot was boring, and the special effects were laughable. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone.”
Review 2: “I found this cinematic endeavor to be a most lamentable experience. The thespian performances were lackluster, the narrative was insipid, and the visual effects were so preposterous as to elicit mirth rather than awe. I cannot in good conscience suggest this film to any discerning viewer.”
Review 3: “This movie was a complete waste of time. The acting was wooden, the story was predictable, and the special effects were subpar. Save yourself the trouble and skip this one.”
Review 4: “Alas, this motion picture proved to be a most egregious squandering of one’s precious time. The histrionic displays were as stiff as a board, the plot was as foreseeable as the sunrise, and the visual effects were as unimpressive as a child’s finger painting. I implore you, dear reader, to abstain from this cinematic atrocity.”
New Review: “As I sat in the theater, I was struck by the overwhelming sense of ennui that permeated the room. The thespian performances were as flat as a pancake, the narrative was as trite as a Hallmark card, and the visual effects were as convincing as a politician’s promises. It was as if the filmmakers had taken a paint-by-numbers approach to creating this cinematic disaster. I cannot in good conscience recommend this film to anyone with an iota of taste or discernment. Save your time and money, and opt for a more stimulating activity, such as watching paint dry or grass grow.
Review 1: “The acting in this movie was superb. The characters were well-developed and the plot was engaging. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time.”
Review 2: “I loved the cinematography in this film. The shots were beautifully composed and the use of color was stunning. It was like watching a work of art come to life.”
Review 3: “The soundtrack for this movie was incredible. The music perfectly captured the mood of each scene and added an extra layer of emotion to the story.”
New Review: “Holy cow, this movie was a rollercoaster ride of emotions! The acting was so good, I felt like I was right there with the characters. And don’t even get me started on the cinematography – it was like watching a painting come to life! But the real MVP was the soundtrack. I mean, I was tapping my foot and humming along the whole time. Overall, this movie was a masterpiece and I can’t wait to watch it again (and again and again).
Production Company(ies)
Jigsaw Productions, Wider Film Projects Below The Radar Entertainment,
Distributor
Columbia Pictures, NA (for international distribution)
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Wide)
Filming Location(s)
Yautepec, Morelos, Mexico
MPAA / Certificate
Rated R for strong bloody violence, language throughout, sexual references and brief drug use
Year of Release
1995
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby Atmos
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Aspect ratio:2.39 : 1
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Runtime:NA
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Language(s):English, Spanish
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:NA
Genre(s)
Action/Comedy
Keyword(s)
starring Will Smith, starring Martin Lawrence, directed by Michael Bay, written by George Gallo, produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, action, comedy, buddy cop, Miami, drugs, crime, car chases, explosions, shootouts, police, detectives, friendship, loyalty, humor, banter, one-liners, fast-paced, high-energy, blockbuster, successful, box office hit, $141 million, budget $19 million, reviewed by Roger Ebert, reviewed by Gene Siskel, reviewed by Peter Travers, MPAA rating R, 90s film, iconic, memorable, soundtrack, theme song, action-packed, entertaining, thrilling, dynamic, explosive, intense, hilarious, fun, classic
Worldwide gross: $426,505,244
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $486,713,035
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 296
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 53,076,667
US/Canada gross: $206,305,244
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $235,428,410
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 282
US/Canada opening weekend: $62,504,105
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $71,327,523
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 132
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $90,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $102,704,888
Production budget ranking: 395
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $55,306,582
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $328,701,566
ROI to date (est.): 208%
ROI ranking: 613
James McAvoy – Nicholas Garrigan
Kerry Washington – Kay Amin
Gillian Anderson – Sara Merrit
Simon McBurney – Stone
David Oyelowo – Dr. Junju
Director(s)
NA
Writer(s)
NA
Producer(s)
NA
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
3 wins & 15 nominations
Academy Awards
Plot
Marcus and Mike have to confront new issues (career changes and midlife crises), as they join the newly created elite team AMMO of the Miami police department to take down the ruthless Armando Armas, the vicious leader of a Miami drug cartel.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
Martin Lawrence’s character, Marcus Burnett, was originally written as a straight-laced family man before Lawrence convinced the filmmakers to make him a wisecracking, loose cannon cop.
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