A textbook example of wasted potential. 4.5/10
Eddie Murphy, once a comedic powerhouse, delivers a surprisingly average performance that feels like he’s merely collecting a paycheck. The supporting cast fares even worse, with uniformly bad acting that makes you wonder how these scenes made it past the first take.
Director Tim Story seems unsure what movie he’s making. Is it a heist caper like Ocean’s Eleven? An action-comedy like Bad Boys or a Car chase flick like the F&F franchise? The film awkwardly straddles both genres without committing to either, resulting in a thriller that isn’t thrilling and a comedy that isn’t funny.
The story is paper-thin and absurdly silly, but not in an endearing way. Poor dialogue ensures that even potentially funny moments fall completely flat.
Murphy and Davidson’s chemistry feels forced and unnatural throughout. What should have been a fun romp between two mismatched partners becomes a tedious exercise in mediocrity.
Skip this pickup – your time is better spent elsewhere.
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