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Beverly Hills Cop Reboot: Nostalgia vs. Energy - Critics React

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Eddie Murphy's iconic return to 'Beverly Hills Cop' sparks mixed reviews. Is it a hit of nostalgia or a lack of energy? Find out the verdict!

Eddie Murphy's latest film, 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,' has created a buzz among critics and fans alike. While many have praised the movie for evoking feelings of nostalgia, others have pointed out its lack of energy. The film, a reboot of the classic 'Beverly Hills Cop' series, features Murphy reprising his role as Axel Foley in a new action-packed adventure.

The 'Beverly Hills Cop' franchise, known for its humor and iconic characters, has been a fan favorite since the 1980s. Eddie Murphy's portrayal of the witty and charming Axel Foley has solidified his status as a comedic legend. With the reboot bringing back the beloved character, audiences were eager to see Murphy back in action.

Despite the mixed reviews, 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' continues to draw attention for its blend of action, comedy, and nostalgia. The film's release on Netflix has reignited interest in the classic series, sparking discussions about the impact of the original films and the enduring appeal of the franchise.

As the debate rages on about the film's success, one thing is certain: Eddie Murphy's comeback as Axel Foley has reignited interest in the iconic character and left fans eager for more adventures in Beverly Hills.

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Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F: Critics split on Eddie Murphy's new film (BBC News)

Many reviews praised the film for inspiring feelings of nostalgia, but some said it lacked energy.

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'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' reloads with Eddie Murphy in his 'encores ... (CNN)

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The Oral History of 'Beverly Hills Cop' and Axel Foley (The Ringer)

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Judge Reinhold on Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F: 'I'm proud to play a cop' (The Independent)

The actor returns as Billy Rosewood for the fourth instalment of the action comedy. He talks to Kate Solomon about the fight against greed, instant stardom ...

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Granderson: A fourth 'Beverly Hills Cop' movie is great, but Eddie ... (Los Angeles Times)

John Ashton, left, Eddie Murphy and Judge Reinhold in the movie “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.” (Melinda Sue Gordon / Netflix). By ...

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Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F Ending Explained (Screen Rant)

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F finds Eddie Murphy's title character on his most personal case yet, and the sequel leave the door open for another movie.

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Film Review: 'Beverley Hills Cop: Axel F' Has Some Charm But Not ... (Awards Radar)

Awards Radar seeks to provide objective, thoughtful, and wide-ranging coverage of the awards season, as well as the entertainment world in general.

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Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F: Critics split on Eddie Murphy's new film (BBC News)

Many reviews praised the film for inspiring feelings of nostalgia, but some said it lacked energy.

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'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F': Eddie Murphy Hearts the '80s. A Lot (Rolling Stone)

The actor's return to the franchise that made him a megastar is a whole lotta Murphy — and even more Netflix-produced nostalgia. Hard pass.

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'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' Review: Eddie Murphy Is Back on the ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Eddie Murphy stars with Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Taylour Paige in Netflix's 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,' back in town 40 years after the original.

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“Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” Director Mark Molloy on Capturing That ... (Motion Picture Association)

Director Mark Molloy is just as much a fan of "Beverly Hill Cop" as you are.

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Cue 'Neutron Dance': Netflix Recruits Editor Who Cut Trailer For ... (Deadline)

Cue 'Neutron Dance': Netflix Recruits Editor Who Cut Trailer For 'Beverly Hills Cop' In 1984 to Make Throwback One For 'Axel F'

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Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F: Netflix viewers contradict the critics with ... (The Independent)

'If there is one movie that you must binge this weekend, then let it be “Beverly Hills Cop 4”,' one person tweeted.

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Judge Reinhold On 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,' Eddie Murphy ... (Forbes)

Judge Reinhold buzzes about reuniting with Eddie Murphy, John Ashton and more on Netflix's "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F."

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A Guide to Watching Every Beverly Hills Cop Movie, Including Axel F (menshealth.com)

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Review: Eddie Murphy brings 'Beverly Hills Cop' back to comedic ... (WTOP)

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'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' Sequel Explained—Does Axel Survive ... (Forbes)

Newcomers to the franchise include Taylour Paige as Axel's daughter Jane, Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Detective Bobby Abbott, Jane's ex-boyfriend, and Kevin Bacon ...

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'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F': Eddie Murphy's scene with his real ... (Business Insider)

Director Mark Molloy recalls the scene in the latest Beverly Hills Cop movie on Netflix in which Murphy is handcuffed by his real-life daughter, Bria.

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Review: 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' Is an Enjoyable Retread (Vulture)

You can (justifiably) complain about the flaws in Netflix's new 'Beverly Hills Cop' movie, or you can relax and groove on its recycled rhythms.

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'Beverly Hills Cop' Director Mark Molloy Kept Saying No to Jerry ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Eddie Murhpy has long disavowed Beverly Hills Cop 3, and it turns out producer Jerry Bruckheimer has never even seen it.

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The New Beverly Hills Cop Is the First Since Black Lives Matter. It ... (Slate Magazine)

Foley, a Detroit police officer conducting his own freelance investigation in California, just convinced the two straitlaced local officers to join him in a ...

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Detroit's favorite non-robot police officer shines in new Beverly Hills ... (WDIV ClickOnDetroit)

Similar to 1984′s Beverly Hills Cop and its two sequels (the last one came out 30 years ago), Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F follows street-smart Detroit police ...

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Suffolk producer remixes theme for Netflix's Beverly Hills Cop (BBC News)

Phil Harding says he is excited about watching the new Eddie Murphy film.

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'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' Soundtrack: From Glenn Frey to The ... (Deadline)

Cue the Beverly Hills Cop main theme, the Pointer Sisters' “The Neutron Dance” and many more as Eddie Murphy reprises his role of Axel Foley in the fourth ...

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'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' Director On Eddie Murphy And Making An ... (Forbes)

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” director Mark Molloy discusses Eddie Murphy and how he brought the sequel back to its roots 40 years after the release of the ...

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'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' Director Discusses the Eddie Murphy ... (Variety)

'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' director Mark Molloy discusses how he drew upon franchise iconography for his action-comedy sequel.

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From 1985: Denby on the Bad Lessons of Beverly Hills Cop II (Vulture)

In 1985, David Denby wrote about the bad habits Hollywood was learning from the huge success of Beverly Hills Cop II—to trust executive notes over ...

Eddie Murphy's "Beverly Hills Cop" revival gets lukewarm reviews (Israel Hayom)

"Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" marks Eddie Murphy's return as the iconic character Axel Foley after nearly 30 years. It is also a reunion with familiar faces ...

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Beverly Hills Cop – Axel F review: It's like we're stuck on a ... (Independent.ie)

And so maybe we should be a little more forgiving of films such as this Netflix reboot of Axel Foley, Eddie Murphy's wise-talking Detroit detective. Director ...

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The 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' stunts were real, not CGI (Business Insider)

Director Mark Molloy explains why he refused to use CGI for the action sequences in the new "Beverly Hills Cop" movie.

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