The hosts review 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' and discuss Eddie Murphy's return, tackle challenges in 'Physical 100', and share thoughts on 'Kill' and 'The Bear' season 3. They delve into violent scenes in films, explore comedy and superhero movies, and analyze legacy sequels in the film industry.
'Physical 100' showcases diverse physiques competing in challenging tasks testing endurance and abilities.
Season 3 of 'The Boys' intelligently addresses societal issues with a captivating cast and relevant storytelling.
Discussion on 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' explores legacy sequel challenges, character dynamics, and managing fan expectations.
Deep dives
Physical 100: Different Physiques Compete in Physical Challenges
Physical 100 is a show where individuals with different physiques, including bodybuilders, special forces members, and dancers, compete in physical challenges to determine which physique is superior. The show offers a wide variety of challenges that push the competitors to their limits, testing their endurance and physical abilities.
The Boys Season 3: A Social Commentary Packed with Smart Storytelling
Devendra has been watching The Boys on Prime Video, particularly enjoying season 3. The show cleverly reflects current societal issues, making it relevant and engaging. With a cast that includes Anthony Starr, known for his role in Zena, the Warrior Princess, The Boys Season 3 keeps viewers hooked with its intelligent storytelling and timely social commentary.
Podcast Review: Beverly Hills Cop: Axle F
The podcast discussion revolves around the movie 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F'. Among the various topics covered, the speakers express thoughts on the movie's attempts to capture the essence of the original, the challenges faced in creating legacy sequels, and the expectations versus the reality of revisiting beloved characters. Points of discussion include Eddie Murphy's charisma, the level of ambition in legacy sequels, and the difficulty in satisfying fan expectations and modern storytelling challenges.
Character Dynamics and Legacy Sequels
The podcast delves into the dynamics between the characters in 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' and the challenges faced in legacy sequels. The discussion touches on the portrayal of aging characters, the balance between nostalgia and new narratives, and the fine line between honoring the past while innovating for the present. Insights are shared on how legacy sequels navigate fan expectations and character development amidst changing storytelling trends.
Critical Analysis and Expectations
The speakers critically analyze the film 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F', exploring themes of legacy, nostalgia, and character evolution. They discuss the impact of age on beloved characters, the expectations versus reality of revisiting iconic franchises, and the challenges in delivering satisfying sequels. The conversation highlights the complexities of balancing homage with fresh storytelling elements and managing fan reactions to legacy sequels.
David, Devindra, and Jeff hop aboard the thrilling action of Kill, serve up their thoughts on the latest season of The Bear, and tackle the challenges of Physical 100. Then they discuss Eddie Murphy's return to Beverly Hills with a review of Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.
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Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only) What we've been watching (~00:12:55)
David - Kill, How to Rob a Bank
Devindra - Kill, Babes, The Bear S3, The Boys S4
Jeff - Despicable Me 4, Physical 100, The Bear S3
Featured Review (~01:16:31)
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F SPOILERS (~01:42:01)
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Credits:
Our theme song is by Varsity Blue, the newest project byTim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris.