10 Underrated Action Films You Have To Watch

Despite spawning a successful sequel the first Bad Boys failed in almost every area. The film was not enjoyed by critics and it actually looked set to lose money until its cult status helped it float. To this day how the series got funding for a sequel remains one of the greatest cinematic mysteries. At least, it's a mystery to those who haven't seen the film.

This film is Michael Bay's debut and it lays down the groundwork for a lot of shots that would become staples of his work and the action genre as a whole. These range from sweeping cranes, circular tracked shots around walls and edits that come thick and fast.

The actors behind Marcus (Martin Lawrence) and Mike (Will Smith) inject a lot of fun into this movie which could have been just another by the numbers drug cartel action film. This film showcases what good acting can do when accompanied by inventive direction.