Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024)

Bad Boys: Ride or Die is the fourth installment of the buddy cop action comedy.

The film really suffers from pacing and transitions. Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah who failed to give Ms. Marvel any traction also directed the third film Bad Boys for Life. They haven't had any hits and have continued to put out flops it makes me wonder why they were chosen to direct the films.

Will Smith phones it in even worse than in previous years and fails to capture his bad-boy attitude like he did in the past, especially with everything we know that's going on in his personal life it seems to be bleeding over into his acting. His timing on his comedy lines is really horrible while on the other hand, his partner is better than ever.

Martin Lawrence is put front and center in the film which is smart for the directors to do, but the writers gave him awful and unfunny lines. None of the writers are known for comedy, but Will Beall did write Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F. The only saving grace is the constant need for Lawrence to want candy throughout the film which is a pretty dumb premise but he makes it work.

Eric Dane of Grey's Anatomy fame plays a one-dimensional bad guy who is just there and Vanessa Hudgens is completely underutilized for how well she can act.

The film's just okay. Result: C+

Comments

Wuthering Heights (2026)

Wuthering Heights is directed by Emerald Fennell , known for Promising Young Woman and Saltburn , and opens with a striking image that immediately signals this will not be a conventional adaptation of the classic novel. The film remains faithful to several of the book's narrative choices, particularly in how it lingers on the characters' early years before fully embracing the central tragedy. While this approach accurately reflects the source material, the pacing occasionally suffers, with several montages and extended childhood sequences lasting longer than necessary. One element that works especially well is the portrayal of Catherine and Heathcliff's adoptive father, whose volatile temper contrasts sharply with the affection he shows the two children, echoing one of the novel's stronger character dynamics. Margot Robbie , known for Barbie and I, Tonya , delivers one of the strongest performances of her career as Catherine. She captures the character's passio...

Supergirl (2026)

Supergirl is directed by Craig Gillespie , known for I, Tonya and Cruella , and written by Ana Nogueira . The film attempts to launch a new corner of the DC universe while simultaneously giving Supergirl her own coming of age journey. While the movie does succeed in giving its protagonist a genuine character arc and lays some groundwork for future stories, the script often struggles with dialogue and plot points. Several lines land awkwardly, pulling scenes out of their emotional moments rather than enhancing them. In many cases, the performances feel less at fault than the direction, as stronger takes or rewrites could have improved several key exchanges. Milly Alcock , known for House of the Dragon , carries the film and easily emerges as its greatest strength. She brings vulnerability, confidence, and determination to Supergirl, making the character feel relatable even when the material around her falters. Alcock does everything she can with the dialogue she is given, and her per...

Citizen Vigilante (2026)

Citizen Vigilante is written and directed by Uwe Boll , a filmmaker whose work has always been divisive, and this film continues that trend. The movie tackles issues surrounding immigration, social tensions, and public frustration, themes that have been prominent throughout the decade. Surprisingly, the film often approaches these subjects from a perspective that many viewers may not expect from a major studio release. While the political themes are front and center, the larger issue is that the writing struggles to make the world and its characters feel believable. Conversations often lack the natural reactions people would have in real life, particularly younger characters who accept lectures and speeches with very little resistance or personality. Armie Hammer , known for The Social Network and The Man from U.N.C.L.E. , plays the vigilante and spends much of the film using a gravelly, Batman-inspired voice. He commits fully to the role, and his physical presence works well for th...

Movies, Film, and Chili

Search This Blog