Bad Boys for Life
Columbia Pictures | Release Date: January 17, 2020
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eli_fjrJan 31, 2020
Wow super surprised at how much I enjoyed this action packed flick. Even though it isnt directed by OG director, these next few films are in great hands.
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Afra2021Jul 26, 2022
good film and will smith great in film but film is very boring dialogs are boring
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ReallyRealJan 20, 2020
Another reminder that professional critics will dislike a movie like this, but recommend tired, tedious, over-written movies (Ad Astra). This movie is a lot of fun. If you liked the first two Bad Boys movies, you'll love this one. This movieAnother reminder that professional critics will dislike a movie like this, but recommend tired, tedious, over-written movies (Ad Astra). This movie is a lot of fun. If you liked the first two Bad Boys movies, you'll love this one. This movie is also very self-aware. You're watching two men- One who has embraced his new point in life, and another who is struggling with the fact that he's not the same as he was when we saw him 20 years ago. A lot of the jokes land. There were times that the entire theater was laughing. Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are back in form. It was an extremely entertaining movie. Was it perfect? No, but I wasn't looking for perfection. I was looking to be entertained on a Sunday night, and I was entertained for a solid 2 hours. It was well worth the money.… Expand
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DarthNihilusJan 21, 2020
Usually third movies of any trilogy can be stale and quite easily overdone but this movie felt fresh and introduced new life into the series. This already the best blockbuster of the year. The movie is thoroughly entertaining. Nobody goes toUsually third movies of any trilogy can be stale and quite easily overdone but this movie felt fresh and introduced new life into the series. This already the best blockbuster of the year. The movie is thoroughly entertaining. Nobody goes to watch these kind of films for a deep story, they want to be entertained and this film does that very well. Bad Boys For Life is a movie that doesn't take itself too seriously and plays to its strengths. It is the best movie of this franchise and downright hilarious. The comedy in this film is perfect, never too much and the timing is always just right. Great film and highly recommended.… Expand
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KriskobraApr 17, 2020
Out of them 3. This is as fun as ever. But with heavy loses along the way. Twists that add lore to an action movie that only had bullets and explosions. My fav of the trilogy for sure.
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bi0morphFeb 1, 2020
Everything awesome - laughter, tears. As for me it good old Bad Boys! I've got a pease of sentimental longing and wistful affection for the past ^)
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dharmaMar 29, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bad Boys for Life is a sequel that was a long time coming. Almost 2 decades have passed by and both characters have grown order...and obviously not as invincible as they were before. The story took a lot of left turns that made it interesting. The Chemistry between the leads are also pretty great as always.… Expand
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eagleeyevikingMar 31, 2020
"Bad Boys for Life" resurrects the dormant 'Bad Boys' franchise with an adrenaline boost of terrific action, wisecracking chemistry between the leads and their new team, and a villain and plot that is better than the first two films.
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bfoore90Jan 24, 2020
A good film from a franchise that desperately needed to be freed from the shackles of "Bayhem." Bad Boys For Life is a pleasant surprise.
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CraigEcholsFeb 7, 2020
Is it an award winning masterpiece? No. Is it the best movie in the series? Without a doubt.
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DominArsenJun 11, 2020
Le retour du Duo emblématique réussi ! Franchement bien jouer. Ce film "explose" moins, mais j'ai adoré la façon d'amener le futur finement joué.

The successful return of the iconic Duo! Frankly play well. This film "explodes" less, but ILe retour du Duo emblématique réussi ! Franchement bien jouer. Ce film "explose" moins, mais j'ai adoré la façon d'amener le futur finement joué.

The successful return of the iconic Duo! Frankly play well. This film "explodes" less, but I loved the way of bringing the finely played future.… Expand
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Dragonfly44Oct 23, 2020
Best way to describe it is a fun summer movie, but don't expect anything more than that. 73/100
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CoreGamer1408Aug 29, 2020
The bad... Oh boy those racist race jokes are so cringe. The Dynamic between the two old cops and the new cops barely worked. The only white guy on the team was the only one who had any character depth in the new team. The other three wereThe bad... Oh boy those racist race jokes are so cringe. The Dynamic between the two old cops and the new cops barely worked. The only white guy on the team was the only one who had any character depth in the new team. The other three were like flawless planks of boring wood. The good... Fun no brainer mindless action movie with a hell hath no fury like a women scorned plot. Plus it has that song that stays in the head for days.… Expand
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Harsh657Feb 2, 2020
They still got it. The chemistry between Will Smith and Martin Lawrence is fantastic. The humour in the film is pretty good too. Also loved some side characters like Rita especially and want to see her again in the next part if it happens.They still got it. The chemistry between Will Smith and Martin Lawrence is fantastic. The humour in the film is pretty good too. Also loved some side characters like Rita especially and want to see her again in the next part if it happens. And yeah it is a popcorn flick but it is a good one. There are some emotional punches which lands beautifully in the film and keeps the film more compelling than the Michael Bay's take on this fanchrise.
The villain has the weakest arc in the whole movie and didn't care about that character at all. Even though the film stumbles on some narrative points, clunky storytelling and an anti-climatic ending but it still is better than both the predecessor.
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HpbAug 19, 2020
O filme trouxe tudo de "bom ou ruim" nos dois primeiros filmes de Bad Boys, mas, aperfeiçoando coisas que nem o próprio Michael Bay percebeu, nem na trama nem no carisma dos personagens, deu razão para sua existência, com ótimas atuações aO filme trouxe tudo de "bom ou ruim" nos dois primeiros filmes de Bad Boys, mas, aperfeiçoando coisas que nem o próprio Michael Bay percebeu, nem na trama nem no carisma dos personagens, deu razão para sua existência, com ótimas atuações a seu favor: Will Smith Martin Lawrence é excelente como a mais dura e desqualificada dupla policial do cinema e até do restante do elenco, ação explosiva eletrizante que nos faz querer um pouco mais, o que nos empolga para onde esta franquia está indo agora.… Expand
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GLADIADORFeb 3, 2020
Os dois primeiros filme são sensacionais, e esse novo filme é o melhor dos três, muito divertido, a ação é maravilhosa e as piadas funcionam muito e não é cansativo, depois de 17 anos os protagonistas continuam com um introsamento incrivel,Os dois primeiros filme são sensacionais, e esse novo filme é o melhor dos três, muito divertido, a ação é maravilhosa e as piadas funcionam muito e não é cansativo, depois de 17 anos os protagonistas continuam com um introsamento incrivel, enfim bad boys para sempre é excelente… Expand
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NotBanMePLZJan 24, 2020
ахуено. я все сказал пишу здесь что-бы было в профиле так надо что-то написать, а не не надо
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MarkHReviewsFeb 26, 2020
This installment of “Bad Boys” is sassy, silly, sophomoric and sometimes savage. It’s also the most fun I’ve had at the movies in months.

In the hands of Directors Adil and Bilall, who previously partnered on “Black,” “Gangsta” andThis installment of “Bad Boys” is sassy, silly, sophomoric and sometimes savage. It’s also the most fun I’ve had at the movies in months.

In the hands of Directors Adil and Bilall, who previously partnered on “Black,” “Gangsta” and “Broeders,” this film is a fun mix of formulaic and self-aware. The plot is quite predictable. A Mexican drug cartel seeks vengeance on the cops who sent their leader to prison for life. Mike (Will Smith) is clearly in their sights. Mike enlists his long-time partner, Marcus (a puffy Martin Lawrence), to help him right wrongs and preserve truth and justice, while engaging in ceaseless, manly banter along the way. You could drive a truck through the holes in the plot – or in this case a steel-reinforced urban assault vehicle equipped with computers, GPS and rocket launchers.

This is a film that clearly enjoys skewering itself and the whole police genre. While there is the beleaguered Captain trying to keep Mike in line (an excellent Joe Pantoliano), it’s all over-the- top and played with a self-aware wink and a nod. The females are bosses and bad-asses (including Vanessa Hudgins, unrecognizable from her time in the “High School Musical” series), not just objects of desire or damsels in distress. There’s a hunky male cop (Alexander Ludwig) who seeks to avoid violence and strongly endorses the value of therapy in dealing with life’s inevitable issues. There are regular demonstrations that technology and brainpower may work better than Mike’s testosterone-driven macho posturing. And finally, there’s the explicit awareness that our hero is a lot closer to the end of his career than its beginning, despite his protests to the contrary. There’s also a necessary nod to the fact that Mike and Marcus are not the men they were when the series began in 1995. In fact, Marcus has been enjoying a fully domesticated retirement filled with minivans, baby wipes, grandchildren and a healthy fear of his wife, who seems more imposing than most of the bad guys.

The action sequences are generally first rate. Bombs, car chases, explosions – check. The film also includes a searing final scene that offers the best helicopter action since the musical “Miss Saigon.”

Most valuable of all, this film is totally self-aware. There’s even a brief cameo involving Michael Bay, the director of the 1995 and 2003 installments in this franchise, as a benign wedding MC. This is a franchise that realized it desperately needed a re-boot, then took on the task with intelligence and humor.

Most of all, this is a film that adroitly addresses the existential themes of death, eternity … Oh, come on, already. Really!? Just sit back, relax and enjoy the banter, bravado and brio. There’s plenty to go around.… Expand
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zNeverSleepingMay 21, 2020
Surpreendentemente divertido!

Eu não assisti a trilogia original, logo não tinha muitas expectativas - na verdade, até subestimei pelo gênero. Acontece que o filme já começou me impressionando positivamente. O audiovisual é fantástico. ASurpreendentemente divertido!

Eu não assisti a trilogia original, logo não tinha muitas expectativas - na verdade, até subestimei pelo gênero. Acontece que o filme já começou me impressionando positivamente. O audiovisual é fantástico. A cinematografia é muito bem feita, com ângulos e planos lindíssimos, que junto a paleta de cores viva, torna a experiência muito mais agradável. A trilha sonora também é característica e merece atenção. As cenas de luta são bem coreografadas, e o posicionamento e tracking da câmera são muito suaves, deixando o público ligado no que está acontecendo, fugindo da confusão mental dos filmes de ação preguiçosos.

A história é surpreendentemente boa. Há uma mínima ligação entre os personagens - personagens esses que são bem desenvolvidos visto o gênero principal. Já que o filme não se leva a sério e até faz piada com isso, alguns pontos se tornam mais toleráveis. Os protagonistas são bem carismáticos, tem seus ideias, medos e momentos chave. Uma decisão inteligente foi não ter dado atenção demais para o tema de "moda antiga vs novos tempos", se relacionando a tecnologia. A maior parte das piadas foram certeiras, e me fizeram gargalhar. A violência gráfica é bem satisfatória, sem exageros, mas sem segurar a mão dos mais sensíveis.… Expand
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BradMorganFeb 3, 2020
What you gonna do? It was fun, great action and had a good laugh. Bad Boys for life was a lot better then I expected.
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Captainj99Feb 5, 2021
Freaking great movie!! So many funny parts. I love Will and Martin’s duo together.
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AleEstragosJan 21, 2020
Muy divertida excelente palmera te entristece te divierte buenas escenas de acción
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Resles187Jan 23, 2020
Good movie, funny, solid plot. All 3 films are dope. Bad Boys 2 being the best. Go see it, laugh and have a good time!
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AnthonyReviewsJan 26, 2020
Bad Boys For Life shows that you don't need to reboot franchise to try and appeal to a new audience, just by making good films works fine enough.
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Stream2BigScreeJan 28, 2020
Getting Old But Still Bad Boys For Life

The Stream: Some comedy falls flat and parts of the movie seem rushed The Big Screen: Typical great action sequences and comedy The Final Bill: The worst of the three Bad Boys series but veryGetting Old But Still Bad Boys For Life

The Stream: Some comedy falls flat and parts of the movie seem rushed

The Big Screen: Typical great action sequences and comedy

The Final Bill: The worst of the three Bad Boys series but very enjoyable.

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We ride together. We review together. Stream to Big Screen for life. Welcome back to Stream to big Screen. This week we have the chance to review the long awaited third installment of the Bad Boys movie franchise starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. They reprise their roles as Detectives “trigger/bulletproof” Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett. It’s been 17 years since Bad Boys 2, but these two still know how to tear up Miami. This time they incorporate the help of a new department of the Miami PD, AMMO to make this happen. Let’s see if Bad Boys For Life can live up to its predecessors.

Good news or bad news…. bad news first of course. Martin and Will are old. This seems like an obvious statement but at times it jumped off the screen. Martin looks fat, clearly can’t do action scenes anymore, and even his signature voice suffers. Age hasn’t seemed to have affected Will as much, but he’s definitely slowed down. The good news is that the director made this work in their favor. They embrace these actors’ lack of vigor and infused a new cast to assist. And boy do they get busy. In fact, I think this movie will do so well that the 4th installment is a foregone conclusion.

Now, speaking of age, this movie has its walk down memory lane, but it isn’t full consumed by it. While homage is paid with old jokes and cast, the director found a way to bring the movie into the present. Thankfully, Bad Boys for Life isn’t simply a nostalgia money grab movie. This movie plays well as a third installment to what could be a continuing series, if they wanted.

My only issues with Bad Boys For Life comes with the pacing and some jokes that absolutely flop. This movie starts off too slow and in the end it feels rushed; but then there are points in the middle that seem to linger a bit too long. This is clearly something a viewer can get passed but in these lingering moments it comes with some jokes that do not land. Don’t get me wrong, the cast has some very strong moments of comedy and comic relief, but a few times the jokes missed the mark…. hard. Otherwise, the movie was jammed packed with laughs, action and quality fight scenes.

So what can we say – you know what you’re going to get from our leading duo. Great chemistry, laughs, and action lead viewers to the theaters as usual. Even though they may be getting older and rounder Will and Martin still have some gold left in them and the new cast members help bring the series into the future. Grab a bowl of popcorn, go to a matinee showing and enjoy the ride.

HASTA EL FUEGO!

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fiftywordreviewJan 30, 2020
17 years after the release of its predecessor, Bad Boys for Life manages to jump back into the action without skipping a beat. Following a familiar formula, the plot is adequate at best, but Smith and Lawrence’s fantastic chemistry will leave17 years after the release of its predecessor, Bad Boys for Life manages to jump back into the action without skipping a beat. Following a familiar formula, the plot is adequate at best, but Smith and Lawrence’s fantastic chemistry will leave fans of the franchise delighted for their return.… Expand
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santiiiFeb 20, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esta es una buena pelicula para disfrutar de ella. Primero empezare con los puntos negativos
hay un error argumental con la primera pelicula en concreto con lo de el hijo de mike lowrey que las fechas no cuadran con la primera pelicula ya que se dice que ocurre en 1994 y la primera pelicula se rodo sobre esas fechas y mike ya estaba desde hace tiempo en el cuerpo y se conocia con marcus desde el instituto. La villana no se aprovecha tanto que es la madre del hijo de mike lowrey y la escena del disparo a mike habria sido mejor en torno al final ya que nos pillaria por sorpresa y conseguiria que fuera un momento bastante mas duro de lo que seria al principio del film.
Ahora los puntos positivos:En cuanto a la comedia de la pelicula es muy buena y las escenas de accion bastantes decentes. Hay muchos cameos ha personajes de la anterior pelicula como reggie el negro alto mitico en la 2 pelicula que nos hizo reir a todos La empatia que sentimos hacia los personajes por ejemplo con la muerte de personajes como el capitan de policia que sale en las tres peliculas es una escena que se empatiza muy bien y sientes que lo ehcas en falta toda la pelicula sin llegar a ser un defecto sino algo positivo.
como la vida de mike lowrey se va echando encima y su ira al ver como en poco tiempo pierde a la gente que esta a su lado, los efectos especiales lucen bastante bien en la pelicula y en resumen
Es una buena pelicula que si te gusta el cine de accion no hay que dudar en ver esta pelicula esta hecha para disfrutar y ya esta no es una pelicula profunda sino que es una para disfrutar y si os gusta el cine de accion o la comedia esta pelicula es para vosotros… Expand
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LukeLovingtoneApr 9, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just when Marcus thought Mike was a pile of a mess then boom, Mike now has a half Mexican son,real badass just like his dad who dated a married witch. Bad Boys I was awesome, Bad Boys II was great, Bad Boys for life wrapped it all up. … Expand
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mueybuey69Apr 24, 2020
my favorite movie of the franchise. was not expecting this stellar of a movie after decades. absolutely in love
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ProfAmateurJan 22, 2021
Overall cool. A bit long. Some jokes got me, some not. Cast of course very big.
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MaxwooJun 14, 2020
It's just so many chessy things, and the action sometimes good sometimes terrible, seems like 2 directors might not share the same experiences.
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Coleco_84Jun 21, 2020
While cheesy and dumb (and as characters in the movie even say, it reaches "telenovela" levels at some points) it is a decent way to close the trilogy...I just hope this IS the end of the story, because at times it feels like they are tryingWhile cheesy and dumb (and as characters in the movie even say, it reaches "telenovela" levels at some points) it is a decent way to close the trilogy...I just hope this IS the end of the story, because at times it feels like they are trying to launch a franchise out of this (movie has a Marvel style post-credits and all), but these movies are all about Will and Martin, these movies cant exist without them...and as a cop from another movie series once said, "they are too old for this sh!t"… Expand
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MattFornerFeb 9, 2021
Solidly entertaining and hilarious action-comedy. A must-watch movie of 2020.
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MrJurassicYTApr 27, 2021
This Is Probably the best the series has been followed closely by Bad Boys 2 on the same tier as 2 Guns
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JACOBJORDANBAJun 24, 2021
BEST BAD BOYS EVER AND MY ALL-TIME FAVORITE BAD BOYS MOVIE
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yellowpensorezSep 27, 2021
Фильм очень хороший, без сомнения, лучшее из трилогии.
К тому же всегда приятно видеть Уилла Смита.
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cylackJan 18, 2020
Fun action movie that stays true to the Bad Boys ethos even though Michael Bay isn't directing this one. Martin Lawrence was funny and keeps the movie going forward. The movie addresses the question directly what a lot of people probablyFun action movie that stays true to the Bad Boys ethos even though Michael Bay isn't directing this one. Martin Lawrence was funny and keeps the movie going forward. The movie addresses the question directly what a lot of people probably thought "aren't these guys too old to be doing this sh**?", and makes it a central theme of the movie. Of course, lots of wild action sequences as one would expect. Would recommend if you are a fan of the Bad Boys movies and action comedy movies in general.… Expand
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zane2kJan 28, 2020
A lot of good jokes sets a good tone and lovely made with a lot of the old characters. Good old bad boys vibes thank you will Smith and Martin Lawrence for doing this movie
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jtmason3Jan 29, 2020
Great movie, I was pleasantly surprised at the story in particular. I always felt the first 2 movies were more guilty pleasure than anything special. Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are hilarious together, and their presence carried theGreat movie, I was pleasantly surprised at the story in particular. I always felt the first 2 movies were more guilty pleasure than anything special. Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are hilarious together, and their presence carried the movies, but I always felt the stories lacked cohesion and seriousness. For Life solved the problem in spades, the acting was better than expected, and its been awhile since a genuine action movie actually had twists you didn't see a mile coming. Not an Oscar caliber movie, but definitely a fun ride!… Expand
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Davrosdaleks1Jan 17, 2020
Being both a third installment and a sequel made a long time after the last one, there's reason to worry that this wouldn't work out. I'm happy to say this is pretty entertaining.

This is the first time Michael Bay isn't directing, so theBeing both a third installment and a sequel made a long time after the last one, there's reason to worry that this wouldn't work out. I'm happy to say this is pretty entertaining.

This is the first time Michael Bay isn't directing, so the movie doesn't have quite the director's level of action and style. However, it's not too much of a gap. Directors Adil El Arbi and Billal Fallah prove competent at taking the reins. There are some pretty good action ideas and scenes, especially in the finale. The movie just looks good in general. I'm glad that the regime change didn't result in darker lightning; Miami really pops in this.

The bright side of Bay no longer being behind the wheel is that the movie isn't awash with his overindulgences. (I'm sorry but Bad Boys II had way too much of the guys arguing with each other and just randomness in general.) The plot here is definitely the strongest of the trilogy and tries something new and interesting. I felt that Martin Lawrence got a better material to work with than he has had in the series. The villains are probably the best asw well which is saying something since the last two weren't half bad.

The movie could be shorter. Some scenes drag. In this, Lawrence and Will Smith's characters work with a younger police squad called AMMO. I like the new characters and their actors, but some of them aren't given enough time to let them develop.

I'd rank this above BBII and on about the same level as the first one. I think this is one of the better action movies of the last few years.… Expand
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Kicks0723Jan 19, 2020
Great movie It seems Will Smith and Martin Lawrence never missed a beat. It’s seem to picked up right where it left off. I also like the new characters
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reviewsoffersJan 19, 2020
The cinematography from Robrecht Heyvaert is gorgeous and beautiful with some incredible wide shots and impressive camera moves with awesome job capturing the action. The reason why this film works is because the do constrain the crazinessThe cinematography from Robrecht Heyvaert is gorgeous and beautiful with some incredible wide shots and impressive camera moves with awesome job capturing the action. The reason why this film works is because the do constrain the craziness that Michael Bay established with the last two but they do respect the technical part but focus more on the comedy, the action, cinematography, performances and the story which was something that amazed me big time. The do a great job with the villains too and make this a personal story for the two main characters. I enjoyed so much to watch the Bad Boys for Life film.… Expand
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SlickOpinionJan 21, 2020
Loving the route this franchise is taking. Best Bad Boys period. Will and Martin, HILARIOUS!
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nightstalker930Jan 17, 2020
Was surprisingly rather good! solid story, solid characters, solid action, and just overall a really good movie highly recommend you seen cinema
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Moviereviewer15Jan 17, 2020
A movie free from the shackles of Micheal Bay's directing, actual story, continuous great chemistry from Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, and a memorable theme song make this final chapter for a 25 year old franchise worth watching.
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AmiigoCDJan 17, 2020
Might be the most entertaining action movie since John Wick 3 and the best buddy cop comedy since forever. Stylistically on point, writing is sharp and the leads are on top form, go watch and support this fantastic movie.
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ThwompthingJan 18, 2020
I so badly want to give this film a 0 because of all the ignorant 10's here, just to even the score, but I will be honest and get to the point. This film is no where near a 10.

This is no where near a 10, but definitely a 6-7. I was letI so badly want to give this film a 0 because of all the ignorant 10's here, just to even the score, but I will be honest and get to the point. This film is no where near a 10.

This is no where near a 10, but definitely a 6-7. I was let down by the first opening act, because the jokes fell extremely flat and it appeared as if my low expectations were already met, and that this would just be another poor nostalgia trip, like Dumb and Dumber To and Jay and Silent Bob Reboot were. But thankfully once the action got going finally, the jokes picked up as well. Marcus's retirement part at home was pretty funny, but the best part was on the plane where he talks about warlock baby and sex with witches. Watch the film and you'll see what I mean. The jokes thankfully got better by Lawrence, who once again overshadows Will Smith in this series as the funny guy.

While the story in this film was even more over the top than in Bad Boys 2, the twist towards the end with Mike and the people trying to kill him was done very well, and caught everyone by surprise, I'm certain. The only thing I can't stand when a movie isn't "hilarious" are the few people who never stop laughing. I will tell you right now this movie did not even come close to warranting laughs from start to finish, but you'll always have those people who somehow can laugh at EVERY scene in a film and I experienced those people during this movie. Thankfully there were only like 15 people in the room I was in, because most were there to see 1917 for God knows what reason, since that movie is now 2 weeks old.

So, on that note if your expectations are low you will enjoy most of the film like I did, but if you go in thinking this is going to be the best action movie ever, then you'll be disappointed. I also liked the fact that they brought back Mark Mancina's awesome theme song from the first movie and they played it at the end credits, although slightly modified. Go see the movie. It's definitely worth a one time watch, but not any more than that. I can watch the first two movies multiple times still, but this one I don't think I'll be able to. It was a solid "good" in my eyes.… Expand
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AjmoviesJan 17, 2020
Bad boys for life is absolutely masterpiece love it.
Rating-94%
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noob328Dec 9, 2020
the best movie of 2020 so far. it blew me away since i didn't expect anything more than that
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TheQuietGamerMay 13, 2020
After a four year departure from acting following 2008's Seven Pounds, Will Smith's return to cinema has been plagued by forgettable roles and some of the biggest critical misfires in recent history. He's proven that he still has the starAfter a four year departure from acting following 2008's Seven Pounds, Will Smith's return to cinema has been plagued by forgettable roles and some of the biggest critical misfires in recent history. He's proven that he still has the star power to put butts in seats most of the time, but the majority of his post-Men in Black 3 work has proven memorable for all the wrong reasons. So what better way to get some of his lost mojo back than by revisiting the film largely responsible for turning him into one of the biggest stars in Hollywood in the first place?

While the absence of Michael Bay in the director's seat can certainly be felt, I was very impressed with how successfully Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah were able to make this feel like a true Bad Boys follow up. They tone down things like the objectification of women and overall more offensive qualities the previous two movies had, while still capturing the same level of vulgarity in the dialog and lack of respect for human life in the insane action sequences. There are even several referential nods made to the franchise's continuity that other revivals of the ilk have not been respectful enough to include. The only thing missing is Gabrielle Union's gorgeous self.

One thing abundantly clear about For Life is that it's not meant to be a conclusion to anything, but rather the beginning of something larger. Some lengths were went through to establish a team of younger agents clearly intended to carry future installments forward when Smith and Lawrence are finally ready to hang up their badges. None of whom have shown charismatic enough in the past to fill those massive shoes, with the exception being maybe Charles Melton. While I kind of miss the days where I could watch a blockbuster without having to sit through it setting up an infinite number of sequels in the process, I'd say the biggest complaints people would likely have with the movie are its somewhat unfocused nature in the early half and just how ludicrous it all gets. The finale is downright Fast & Furious levels of bonkers. It's entertaining, but paints a questionable picture for what comes next as I have a hard time believing logic and reality will not end up only getting further thrown out the window. Anchoring everything though are the two leads who slip back into their brotherly bickering with ease. They kept me watching and laughing during those random scenes in the first portion of the film that didn't contribute to the overall plot at all. This isn't just a return to former quality for Smith, but Martin Lawrence as well. So many of his solo outings have been, well, terrible because he's tried to mimic the coolness and character acting of Eddie Murphy. Something he has simply never had the swagger for. Here he's just a henpecked dork and it fits him so well. I was instantly reminded why I've liked him more in these films than really anything else he's ever been in. This is more than just another ressurection of a dormant property to see how much money there's left to be squeezed out of it. While it is designed with the hopes of profiting off of further continuations that's not the only reason it exists. It was also made with the genuine intention of giving fans of Bay's buddy cop series more Bad Boys, and not in a cheesy, pandering way that plays solely on nostalgia. It's the true third chapter many of us have been waiting on and the best movie most of its cast have been apart of in quite some time.

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MaxPayneIsGodJan 24, 2022
A pleasant surprise.
Bad Boys for Life successfully remains faithful to the original movies albeit arriving nearly 20 years after part 2.
Smith and Lawrence still have it, the banter is there, the laughs and the action, everything just clicksA pleasant surprise.
Bad Boys for Life successfully remains faithful to the original movies albeit arriving nearly 20 years after part 2.
Smith and Lawrence still have it, the banter is there, the laughs and the action, everything just clicks for me.
The "twist" is a bit ho-hum but I can understand why they went there.
I genuinely think this movie is underrated, it is also 10 years too late but it doesn't matter.
I'm glad they revisited this franchise and managed to do so without pandering to every sect of society which so many of these reboot/rehashes seem to do.… Expand
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KayVen17Feb 13, 2020
-- Deutsche/German Review --
Also ich muss sagen, dass sich das lange Warten gelohnt hat. Alles passt einfach. Habe gelacht, fast geweint und hatte einmal sogar Gänsehaut. Finde es tatsächlich schade, dass sie auf noch einen Nachfolger-- Deutsche/German Review --
Also ich muss sagen, dass sich das lange Warten gelohnt hat. Alles passt einfach. Habe gelacht, fast geweint und hatte einmal sogar Gänsehaut. Finde es tatsächlich schade, dass sie auf noch einen Nachfolger setzen. Ich wäre mit einem klaren Ende einer Trilogie zufrieden gewesen. Trotzdem ist er meiner Meinung nach der beste Teil der Reihe.… Expand
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kraftw33rkAug 3, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Die Geschichte ist im Grunde zu flach. Aber schön Retro-Bad Boys :) Der Prince von Bel Air naht zur Rettung
Das Bildformat (UHD) ist ungünstig gewählt für HeimTV
DTS HD Masteraudio ist mehr als gut abgemischt in herrlicher non-3D Abmischung die zu hause eh nichts verloren hat genau wie 3D Bild. Schwerer Kritikpunkt ist das Gejammer von Will Lawrence. Überfordert mich zutiefst und führt zur größten Abwertung. So ein Jammerlappen war er damals nicht!… Expand
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Space84rmFeb 23, 2020
Visto con la mia compagna in versione imax, il
Il film è stato simpaticissimo e ci siamo divertiti da morire passando una bellissima serata. Consigliatissimo non vedo l ora di un seguito
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wesseldjOct 26, 2021
Bad Boys really brought everything to the game with this, some Miami Vice caliber type of sh1t going on. Good dose of storyline and comedy, had me rolling on the floor. Bad Boys for Life, it can't possibly be the last!
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DiptanshuApr 21, 2020
Amazing movie!great story,screenplay,music and soundtracks.good acting this movie has less comedy than prequels but the different dramatic tone suits well.it was like action packed ride with drama great punchlines the bad boys rap remix isAmazing movie!great story,screenplay,music and soundtracks.good acting this movie has less comedy than prequels but the different dramatic tone suits well.it was like action packed ride with drama great punchlines the bad boys rap remix is hilarious the funeral to wedding conversion was shocking and hilarious for a moment.felt fun to watch it amazing to watch different direction!climax and twists was amazing as hell the deaths are terrifying to watch the miami vibe was amazing to experience nice addition to team with rita being captain at last and the last meeting at cell was nice end.overall great entertaining movie!… Expand
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313btfuJan 30, 2020
Bad Boys for Life is a thoroughly enjoyable addition to the Bad Boys franchise. The chemistry between Will Smith and Martin Lawrence is infallible, and the addition of Vanessa Hudgens and the rest of the AMMO team serve as a believable foilBad Boys for Life is a thoroughly enjoyable addition to the Bad Boys franchise. The chemistry between Will Smith and Martin Lawrence is infallible, and the addition of Vanessa Hudgens and the rest of the AMMO team serve as a believable foil to the original duo's off-the-cuff antics. Though some minor retconning appeared to be in order, the villains are the multi-faceted and the most interesting of the series thus far. Judging by the finale, a sequel appears to be in order, and the film earned it.… Expand
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realjaytheboomMar 8, 2022
Bad Boys For Life: Will Smith got Martin Lawrence out of retirement for this movie and was it good. I have to say like Sonic the Hedgehog movie this had no reason to be as good as it was is, I know the others are good movies but this was aBad Boys For Life: Will Smith got Martin Lawrence out of retirement for this movie and was it good. I have to say like Sonic the Hedgehog movie this had no reason to be as good as it was is, I know the others are good movies but this was a close masterpiece, I am seriously amazed about that movie. First the action scenes were choreographed beautifully, it wasn’t the a huge explosions CGI orgy even though there was explosions. It was not shake cam either which is another plus, the movement is something to behold, one scene has the camera on its side and has someone shooting the people on top of them. The cinematography just lord. It was shot so beautifully, Miami has never looked so good it has so many colors instead of yellow. But the meat of the movie is Will and Martin they once again work so great with each other. It is so good to see Will Smith playing a more adult role since he was just in Aladdin and once again he killed it but Martin he was in retirement and he has never been better all the jokes land and stick with you once those credits roll. It was also great to see one note characters like Reggie from the second film coming back to this movie. Over all the movie was amazing it is a drama in the beginning but once Mike starts looking for someone it turns back into what the franchise is a buddy comedy movie. If you haven’t seen it in the theater go watch it before it leaves.… Expand
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