Michael Bay Speaks On Sony Not Having Faith In ‘Bad Boys’ Movie

“Bad Boys” was one of the biggest commercial releases in 1995.

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Michael Bay said Sony didn’t have faith in the movie’s success.

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He said he was shut down when he asked for more financial support.

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Bay came up with the famous 360-degree spin shot while driving.

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According to him, the movie had a hand in changing “the game on Black actors” worldwide.

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The original film, “Bad Boys” was released in 1995 and grossed $141 million worldwide.

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Will Smith got his role in “Independence Day” after acting in “Bad Boys.”

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Bay’s recent project is an action thriller, “Ambulance.”

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The movie received mixed reviews after its release

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