They're Back! Bad Boys Ride or Die Review
They're back! Bad Boys Ride or Die Miami PD Detectives Mike Lowery and Marcus Burnett, embodied by Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, respectively, explode on the silver screen in their fourth action/comedy adventure.
The story starts on a surprisingly spiritual note. It's Lowery's wedding day, and the guests enjoy themselves until a health crisis sends Burnett to the hospital. Lawrence and the script imbue the situation with layers of mystery, both heartfelt and comedic. Not outdone, Smith's Lowery character deals with his mental challenges, which prove more dramatic than comedic. Also, Lowery's son and convict Armando Aretas, acted by Jacob Scipio (See Bad Boys for Life), plays a big role in the proceedings. Watch for a breathtaking scene from Burnett's son-in-law, Reggie. Wow!
The primary plot line involves a trail of dirty money for illegal drugs that involves cartels pointing to Lowery and Burnett's boss, Captain Conrad Howard, played posthumously by Joe Pantoliano, and his financial account worth millions. Every action/thriller needs a nasty villain, and that role's fulfilled by Eric Dane in the person of James McGrath, a former Army Ranger turned DEA officer. He leads the minion brigade with evil plans and agendas. The script by Chris Bremner and former LAPD detective Will Beall tie-in the case to past films that provide a clever labyrinth for Howard and another blast from the past, Fletcher, played by former NBA legend John Salley, to continue their characters in this latest sequel. Lowery and Burnett won't allow their boss's name to rot with scandal and, with the help of some other Miami PD officers, run their investigation. Other developments include a potential major break in the case from Aretas, hostages, which initiates a U.S. Marshals fugitive hunt led by Howard's daughter, Judy, played by Rhea Seehorn, who wants Aretas by any means necessary, and political power plays.
Smith and Lawrence fit together like a hand in a glove. I like how they allow themselves to age and grow in the relationships we've come to experience with them. They still exude the partnership humor from the past, but since Ride or Die, the stories reflect more mature men with growing families that deepen our care for what happens to them all.
The screenwriters and directors, Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, who helmed Ride or Die's predecessor, For Life, keep the energetic action sequences popping within the convoluted plot. Credit to the cinematography and the editing, too.
Bad Boys Ride or Die will enthrall you with its action and comedy, but expect profane and sexually charged language, extreme violence, and brief nudity. Rated R. A-.
The story starts on a surprisingly spiritual note. It's Lowery's wedding day, and the guests enjoy themselves until a health crisis sends Burnett to the hospital. Lawrence and the script imbue the situation with layers of mystery, both heartfelt and comedic. Not outdone, Smith's Lowery character deals with his mental challenges, which prove more dramatic than comedic. Also, Lowery's son and convict Armando Aretas, acted by Jacob Scipio (See Bad Boys for Life), plays a big role in the proceedings. Watch for a breathtaking scene from Burnett's son-in-law, Reggie. Wow!
The primary plot line involves a trail of dirty money for illegal drugs that involves cartels pointing to Lowery and Burnett's boss, Captain Conrad Howard, played posthumously by Joe Pantoliano, and his financial account worth millions. Every action/thriller needs a nasty villain, and that role's fulfilled by Eric Dane in the person of James McGrath, a former Army Ranger turned DEA officer. He leads the minion brigade with evil plans and agendas. The script by Chris Bremner and former LAPD detective Will Beall tie-in the case to past films that provide a clever labyrinth for Howard and another blast from the past, Fletcher, played by former NBA legend John Salley, to continue their characters in this latest sequel. Lowery and Burnett won't allow their boss's name to rot with scandal and, with the help of some other Miami PD officers, run their investigation. Other developments include a potential major break in the case from Aretas, hostages, which initiates a U.S. Marshals fugitive hunt led by Howard's daughter, Judy, played by Rhea Seehorn, who wants Aretas by any means necessary, and political power plays.
Smith and Lawrence fit together like a hand in a glove. I like how they allow themselves to age and grow in the relationships we've come to experience with them. They still exude the partnership humor from the past, but since Ride or Die, the stories reflect more mature men with growing families that deepen our care for what happens to them all.
The screenwriters and directors, Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, who helmed Ride or Die's predecessor, For Life, keep the energetic action sequences popping within the convoluted plot. Credit to the cinematography and the editing, too.
Bad Boys Ride or Die will enthrall you with its action and comedy, but expect profane and sexually charged language, extreme violence, and brief nudity. Rated R. A-.
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