Recently, I watched "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," a fresh adaptation and essentially a long-awaited sequel to the original Beverly Hills Cop.
Eddie Murphy truly impressed in his revival of the character, bringing him back to life on the screen, albeit the small screen this time. Despite being a streaming movie, it had the potential to succeed in theaters.
While it may not have been a blockbuster hit, it could have enjoyed some success on the big screen. However, I believe it could have been even more successful. The recasting of the daughter was a letdown for me. Her acting and storytelling towards her father felt forced and insincere, lacking authenticity and depth.
It seemed like the character was neglected in terms of development and emotional depth, which was disappointing. Despite this, the action sequences were thrilling, the storytelling was decent, and the overall plot was reasonably solid.
I wish we had seen more of her involvement in the court case, as that was a central part of the narrative. However, the focus seemed to shift primarily to Eddie Murphy's character, sidelining her story even though it was meant to be significant.
In the end, "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" is a decent movie. It has its moments, but it falters in certain aspects due to weak writing, especially concerning the daughter's character. Perhaps she would be better suited to smaller roles until she can enhance her emotional depth and acting skills.