it's a generally understood rule of film. each film, unless it is a sequel, is a standalone 'world' separate and apart from other films by the same actor. that's why it was so funny to see the trading places characters reappear in coming to america (i think i got the right films). they're not supposed to 'be' there and are breaking the fourth wall in a way, a metaphorical wink to the audience that is familiar with eddie's filmography.

each film is like an alternate universe to itself (sequels are another story in the same universe)

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