Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F Review - A Disappointing Bust
Entertainment | July 2, 2024, 8:25 p.m.
In "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," Detroit detective Axel Foley returns after 30 years as a slower, older version of himself. Encouraged by Captain Jeffrey Friedman to reconnect with his estranged daughter, Jane, Axel finds himself in Los Angeles where Jane is a defense attorney representing a controversial case. Upon discovering Jane's life in danger, Axel teams up with his old friend Billy Rosewood and Detective Bobby Abbott to solve the mystery. However, this nostalgic revival lacks the charm and wit of the original film, as Axel grapples with past mistakes and struggles to adapt to a changing world of policing. Director Mark Molloy's debut attempts to explore deeper themes of fatherhood and legacy, overshadowed by flashy characters like Captain Cade Grant, who hinder Axel's investigation. As Axel navigates personal and professional challenges, viewers are left questioning whether this reboot can truly capture the essence of the beloved franchise.