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Don't Listen to the Negative Press!
PostedMay 22, 2008
DanInLA
from Los Angeles, CA
While many early critics gave mixed or even negative reviews, "Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" delivered a fun, fast-paced, and enjoyable installment to the Indiana Jones series.
Spielberg and Lucas stick to the magic they originally created, following the formula of Indy racing to find a fabled or supernatural treasure before the evil Communist/Socialist Eastern European baddies reach it first and misuse its power, all the while trying to save his family and friends that get pulled into the mix as bait. They don't try to reinvent the wheel here, so if you're expecting some great departure from the originals you may be disappointed.
Harrison Ford leaves no doubt that he is just as brilliant as ever in the title role, even poking fun at the obvious difference in his age in the sequel. But he's hardly some tired looking geezer limping his way through the film- he comes off as fit and energetic as ever!
Karen Allen reprises her role as well and brings a level of comedy and warmth to the film, while Cate Blanchett's evil, over-the-top, dominitrix-esque Russian villain evokes that cheesy Indiana Jones baddie for which the franchise is known. Shia LeBouf gives a pretty decent performance as well, although his character was written as more of a plot catalyst in the film than a well-developed, stand-alone character.
The CGI was pretty believable, extraordinarily well done, rarely cheesy, and not overdone.
Overall, I'd say definitely go and see the movie in theaters if you're a fan of any of the previous films. Enjoy it for what it is: an action-packed, well-executed visual romp in another great Indiana Jones sequel!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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