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If not a die-hard fan, wait for DVD
PostedMay 22, 2008
ShowTime85
from Newport News, VA
Lets be honest. Every movie series seems to suffer the further along it goes. The film takes a shot at continuity with throwback mention of other Jones adventures, retaining actor/actress Ford and Allen, and employing the inexhaustible troop of Iron Curtain villains. However, a throwback is at best what one could consider this movie. Dependence on CGI robs the classic Jones chase scene of its former bravado. Shia LaBeouf's character is altogether expendable in the story except to remind the die-hard fans that even Harrison Ford is mortal; this series, as well as the cinematic era it was created in, has eclipsed.
Finally, a mediocre performance by Cate Blanchett combined with a nostalgic script makes the possibility of Jones' failure minuscule. The film's dialogue drags into repetition at certain points where Jones becomes a spokesperson to young America; stay in school kids. This is the first bust I can remember in Steven Spielberg's career. Nevertheless, it is evident he is working with a Lucas script. To the prospective movie-goer: If you haven't seen the rest of the series, save your eight bucks and rent in a few months. The silver screen ain't what it used to be.
Finally, a mediocre performance by Cate Blanchett combined with a nostalgic script makes the possibility of Jones' failure minuscule. The film's dialogue drags into repetition at certain points where Jones becomes a spokesperson to young America; stay in school kids. This is the first bust I can remember in Steven Spielberg's career. Nevertheless, it is evident he is working with a Lucas script. To the prospective movie-goer: If you haven't seen the rest of the series, save your eight bucks and rent in a few months. The silver screen ain't what it used to be.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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