Joseph Gordon-Levitt Talks About His Experience Working Alongside Co-Star Eddie Murphy in Beverly Hills Cop 4
Joseph Gordon-Levitt recently shared his experience working with co-star Eddie Murphy in the latest Beverly Hills Cop movie. Gordon-Levitt played Detective Bobby Abbott, while Murphy reprised his role as Axel Foley.
Gordon-Levitt praised Murphy for being a very earnest star, highlighting this underappreciated quality. Keep reading to learn more.
Joseph Gordon-Levitt shares his experience working with Eddie Murphy on Beverly Hills Cop 4
In a recent interview with Collider, Joseph Gordon-Levitt discussed his experience filming Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F with Eddie Murphy. When asked if he was surprised by anything while working with Murphy, Gordon-Levitt mentioned that despite Murphy’s comedic talent and ability to play bombastic characters, he always makes his characters feel authentic and genuine, which is very charming.
Gordon-Levitt also mentioned Murphy’s emphasis on keeping the performances real, ensuring honesty before aiming for laughs.
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Kevin Bacon says Eddie Murphy is a very ‘relaxed actor’
Kevin Bacon, who played Captain Cade Grant in Beverly Hills Cop 4, also shared his thoughts on working with Eddie Murphy. Bacon described Murphy as a very relaxed and present actor, whose humor revolves around observing and reacting to his co-stars, making it a disarming experience.
Bacon added that working with Murphy, who is in the flow, is good for him as he tends to rehearse a lot and overthink.
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Mark Molloy’s latest film, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, follows Detective Axel Foley as he returns to Beverly Hills. Teaming up with his daughter Jane and Detective Bobby Abbott, as well as old friends Billy Rosewood and Taggart, they work together to uncover a conspiracy.