Tag: Beverly Hills Cop
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The Decision To Direct Beverly Hills Cop Came Down To A Literal Coin Flip
Watching it in 2023, one might find themselves a little baffled as to why Martin Brest’s 1984 crime comedy “Beverly Hills Cop” was such a massive success. Made for a modest $13 million, “Beverly Hills Cop” caused a sensation, earning over $234 million domestically which is, when adjusted for inflation, closer to $700 million. It…
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This ‘Coming to America’ Performance Overshadows Eddie Murphy
It’s nearly impossible to examine Eddie Murphy’s overall brilliant career without bringing up the movie that arguably propelled him to new levels among the Hollywood comedy elite. Sure, it’s easy to single out early classics such as Trading Places, 48 Hours, and Beverly Hills Cop, but when it comes to full-on comedy, Coming to America…
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Director Martin Brest Revisits the Triumphs of ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ and ‘Midnight Run,’ and Reflects On His Post-‘Gigli’ Hollywood Exile (Exclusive)
Ascending the driveway of a sprawling home in the Hollywood Hills for a face-to-face interview with Martin Brest, the legendary — and legendarily reclusive — director of “Beverly Hills Cop” and “Midnight Run,” it was tough not to immediately think of Xanadu, the protective enclave Charles Foster Kane retired to at the end of “Citizen…
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‘Speed’ Was Once Pitched as ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ Sequel: ‘It Was a Final Hail Mary’
The “Beverly Hills Cop” franchise almost steered “Speed” away from audiences.The Eddie Murphy comedy-action vehicle was once briefly on the brink of taking over the “Speed” script before Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock were attached to star, according to former Paramount vice president of production Don Granger.During Kris Tapley’s latest episode of the “50 Mph”…
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Joseph Gordon-Levitt Shares Why It Is Such A Treat To Work On Beverly Hills Cop 4
The Beverly Hills Cop series is one of the most consistently enjoyable in the annals of moviedom. A large part of this is due to the infectious fun the cast and crew seem to be having just making these movies. After all, a trilogy that’s given us moments like a banana in the tailpipe, Johnny…
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Beverly Hills Cop 4 Is Officially Happening With Eddie Murphy Joined By Joseph Gordon-Levitt And Taylour Paige
A year after Eddie Murphy revived one of his classic roles in “Coming 2 America,” the actor is officially set to bring the world of “Beverly Hills Cop” back from the dead. “Beverly Hills Cop 4” has been in development for several years, but there finally seems to be some momentum on the project, as…
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The Boys Season 3 Character Clearly Inspired By A Notorious Hollywood Legend
When viewers tuned into “The Boys” this week on Prime Video, they were treated to an appearance by none other than Paul Reiser, the comedian and actor known for his film roles in “Aliens” and “Beverly Hills Cop” and his TV roles on “Stranger Things” and “Mad About You.” In “The Boys” season 3, episode 5, “The…
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How Michael Bay’s Signature Shot Saved Bad Boys From Sony
For a 19 million movie, there was a lot riding on Michael Bay’s “
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Frank Pesce, ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ Actor,’ Dies at 75
Frank Pesce, a character actor whose many credits include “Top Gun,” “Beverly Hills Cop” and “Midnight Run,” has died of complications from dementia, his girlfriend, Tammy Scher confirmed to TheWrap on Wednesday. He was 75.“It’s very sad. He was loved by so many and had more friends than anyone I’ve ever known in my life.…
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UK cinema admissions on course to be lowest since records began
Covid wipes almost £1bn from box office sales as Hollywood blockbusters delayedCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageUK cinema admissions are set to hit their lowest level since records began almost a century ago, with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic wiping almost £1bn from box office sales.When the final ticket stubs are counted…