The Lost City (2022)
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Reclusive author Loretta Sage writes about exotic places in her popular adventure novels that feature a handsome cover model named Alan. While on tour promoting her new book with Alan, Loretta gets kidnapped by an eccentric billionaire who hopes she can lead him to the ancient city's lost treasure that featured in her latest story. Alan, determined to prove he can be a hero in real life and not just on the pages of her books, sets off to rescue her.
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cast
... Loretta Sage / Angela
... Alan / Dash
... Abigail Fairfax
... Jack Trainer
... Beth Hatten
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FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://www.msbreviews.com/movie-reviews/the-lost-city-spoiler-free-review
"The Lost City is one of this year's surprises, managing to vary the well-known formulas of the genre in a creative, fun manner.
By making the most of the hilarious, chemistry-filled performances from Channing Tatum and Sandra Bullock, the Nee brothers explore the distinct protagonists, Alan and Loretta, beyond what's expected in generic rom-coms, developing their misleading appearances through a genuinely exciting adventure.
Unfortunately, only the main character arcs receive this level of care, as everything secondary lacks the same interesting treatment and better entertainment. Still, a thematically rich ending compensates for any cliches.
Definitely, a family viewing party recommendation."
Rating: B
Writer:
Dana Fox (Screenplay)
Seth Gordon (Story)
Adam Nee (Screenplay)
Aaron Nee (Screenplay)
Oren Uziel (Screenplay)
Release Date:
2022-03-24
Run Time:
112 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Reviews of
The Lost City
FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://www.msbreviews.com/movie-reviews/the-lost-city-spoiler-free-review
"The Lost City is one of this year's surprises, managing to vary the well-known formulas of the genre in a creative, fun manner.
By making the most of the hilarious, chemistry-filled performances from Channing Tatum and Sandra Bullock, the Nee brothers explore the distinct protagonists, Alan and Loretta, beyond what's expected in generic rom-coms, developing their misleading appearances through a genuinely exciting adventure.
Unfortunately, only the main character arcs receive this level of care, as everything secondary lacks the same interesting treatment and better entertainment. Still, a thematically rich ending compensates for any cliches.
Definitely, a family viewing party recommendation."
Rating: B
_The Lost City_ is an action-adventure rom-com combo that has more action than comedy. While there are plenty of laughs to be had throughout the film, a large percentage of them missed the mark completely. There were scenes that had me laughing aloud and others that were a little cringe at times, so the humor levels will for sure vary per viewer. The overall plot was somewhat standard but entertaining enough as comedy plots are concerned. The beginning starts off strong and then slowly fades as the plot becomes more unbelievable. The acting is excellent, as it should be with this type of star power. Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum had spectacular comedic chemistry and bounced off each other nicely. Daniel Radcliffe’s over the top villain antics were fairly decent as well, nothing groundbreaking. Brad Pitt was a standout, and I wish we saw more of him in this film, but his scenes by far were the most memorable. Even though this movie has its ups and downs, it understands what it is, and does not take itself seriously. This translates to the audience not taking it seriously as well, which results in a fairly fun viewing experience.
**Verdict:** _Decent_
It was... okay. Had some charm and Sandra Bullock shows she still has star power. Not sure I completely bought her and Channing Tatum but they were fine together. Story isn't the best and Daniel Radcliff made for a lame villain but I guess I was entertained for the duration. Not sure if I'd ever really revisit, however. **3.0/5**
My grandpa wanted to do something with me to celebrate my graduation, so we went to the theater!
Some of the jokes miss, and it can feel scattered and repetitive, but the performances and pacing make up for that in a pretty substantial way. Definitely one of the better comedies I've gotten the chance to see on the big screen. I had a great time :)
Loved it even more on a second viewing, the stuff that works really works. Brad Pitt and Channing Tatum’s performances are golden here; what more can you ask for?
**The Lost City is a good time full of laughter but feels like a typical rom-com adventure that hits all the tropes.**
The Lost City is a goofy adventure with shades of romantic comedy, much like Romancing The Stone back in 1984 but with the absurdity and the laughs cranked up to 10. The movie basically revolves around Channing Tatum’s hilarious reaction to every peril and danger. Sandra Bullock charms as always, and Daniel Radcliffe’s kooky villain entertains but the best part of the film is Brad Pitt’s over-the-top hero. His character is a gut-busting foil to Tatum’s attempts to impress Sandra Bullock. The Lost City has plenty of funny moments and laughs but feels overly familiar like I have seen it all in other movies. I enjoyed The Lost City and recommend it, but I wish it did more to feel unique than rely on Tatum’s wacky antics and Pitt’s uproarious cameo.
So this is Romancing the Stone, only it's Romancing the Stone where Wilder shows everyone all the time to make a statement that is really the same statement that every other movie has been making nonstop for the past 6 or so years, flopping as a result about, and then blaming the people who didn't go see it after they were told it wasn't made for them and thus realized it was going to be just like all the others.
And it was. We have seen this so many times it spawned a cliche about going broke.
The characters have no chemistry because they aren't supposed to be real people, they are supposed to be checked boxes interacting with other checked boxes.... yawn... like every other movie and TV show made in the past few years.
The plot is boring because people have seen the movie it is blatantly ripping off of, and because of that, they have seen the plot work in a far better movie that doesn't put political statements above entertainment.
In the end, it's another movie made to be another lecture about what you are supposed to think.
Cast & Crew of
The Lost City
Cast
... Loretta Sage / Angela
... Alan / Dash
... Abigail Fairfax
... Jack Trainer
... Beth Hatten
... Allison
... Adrian Austin
... Ray the Moderator
... Fantasy Villain
... Rafi
... Julian
... Officer Sawyer
... Officer Gomez
... Fan
... Henchman
... Shades
... Woman Singing in Village
... Limo Driver
... Cigar Man
... Biker
... Biker
... Chef
... Barb
... Audience Member
... Nerdy Teenage Girl
... Airline Employee
... Uniformed Man
... Villager
... Local
... Consular Clerk
... Sound Person
... PA Announcer (voice)
... Meditation Leader (voice)
... Local Policeman (uncredited)
... Assistant TV
... Nana
Crew
... Costume Design
... Editor
... Production Design
... Producer
... Director of Photography
... Producer
... Second Unit Director
... Sound Re-Recording Mixer
... Screenplay
... Music
... Producer
... Story
... Second Unit Director
... Screenplay
... Director
... Screenplay
... Director
... Casting Director
... Screenplay
... Supervising Art Director
... Hairstylist
... Makeup Artist
... Executive Producer
... Associate Producer
... Makeup Artist
... Post Production Supervisor
... Key Makeup Artist
... Set Decoration
... Key Hair Stylist
... Supervising Art Director
... Executive Producer
... Hair Department Head
... Script Supervisor
... Makeup Artist
... Executive Producer
... Assistant Art Director
... Makeup Artist
... Assistant Art Director
... Set Designer
... Set Designer
... Casting Director
... Key Makeup Artist
... Hairstylist
... Assistant Hairstylist
... Production Supervisor
... Production Supervisor
... Production Manager
... Production Assistant
... Assistant Production Manager
... Production Manager
... Executive In Charge Of Production
... Production Assistant
... Script Supervisor
... Graphic Designer
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