Bad Boys

About Bad Boys

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About

Bad Boys is an action comedy film that was released in 1995. The movie was directed by Michael Bay and starred Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as two Miami detectives, Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett, respectively. The film follows the two detectives as they investigate the theft of drugs from their own police vault, leading them into a dangerous and thrilling adventure.

The film combines fast-paced action sequences with humorous banter between the two main characters, creating a unique blend of genres. Bad Boys received positive reviews for its mix of action and comedy, as well as the chemistry between Smith and Lawrence.

Making / Production

Bad Boys was produced by Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer, known for their work on other successful action films. The movie was filmed on location in Miami, Florida, which helped to create an authentic backdrop for the story. Director Michael Bay brought his signature style to the film, with fast-paced editing and explosive action scenes.

The movie went through several script revisions before production began, with the final version incorporating input from the cast and crew to refine the comedic elements and action sequences.

Actors

• Will Smith as Detective Mike Lowrey - Smith portrayed the charismatic and suave detective, bringing his trademark charm and wit to the role.
• Martin Lawrence as Detective Marcus Burnett - Lawrence played the more cautious and comedic partner, providing comedic relief throughout the film.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Bad Boys was Michael Bay's directorial debut for a feature film.
• The film was originally written to be a Jon Lovitz-Dana Carvey vehicle before Will Smith and Martin Lawrence were cast.
• During the filming of the car chase scene, Will Smith accidentally crashed into a production van, causing minor injuries.
• Bad Boys was a commercial success and spawned two sequels: Bad Boys II (2003) and Bad Boys for Life (2020).

Awards

Bad Boys did not receive any major awards or nominations.

Quotes

• "We ride together, we die together. Bad boys for life." - Mike Lowrey
• "You forgot your boarding pass." - Marcus Burnett
• "There's gotta be a clitoris in this car somewhere!" - Marcus Burnett
• "Look, man, I ain't gettin' in no Porsche with no n****r!" - Marcus Burnett

Music / Soundtrack

The soundtrack for Bad Boys featured a mix of hip hop and R&B tracks that reflected the atmosphere of the film. Some notable songs included:

• "Bad Boys" by Inner Circle
• "Someone to Love" by Jon B. featuring Babyface
• "Me Against the World" by 2Pac
• "Shy Guy" by Diana King