The story is a bit convoluted and I can't really love most of the characters but I liked the direction they went with the story. Could have been better but a solid 7.5 from me
Adventure has a name: Indiana Jones!
I was rather surprised to find that "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" is anything but an insult to the original saga. On the contrary, its biggest flaw lies in its lazy reiteration of the same formula, arriving in an era where that alone is no longer enough to inspite its audience. Despite a more than welcome focus on the archaeological aspect of Indy's adventures, the film still comes across as rather dull and soulless, with too many diversions for the sake of forgettable action sequences. The mood also lost that somewhat cartoonish flair that previously helped to keep the tone light.
Indeed, Indy gets sidelined a few times, but aside from the grumpy old man premise, I didn't find him to be significantly different from his usual delivery. The supporting cast, however, is not as convincing, particularly a downright obnoxious Phoebe Waller-Bridge who is downright unbearable and a pretty much absent Antonio Banderas despite his face dominating most of the posters.
Starts vintage, middle is still pretty good, especially as would watch Phoebe Waller Bridge in almost anything. Ending is so absurd that even given the absurdity throughout it was a little alienating, but still happy to watch Harrison Ford Indy-ing for the last time...
Absolutely fantastic movie IMHO. Great cast, the effects were beautiful, the de-aging seamless, the plot interesting and the pacing was balls-to-the-wall. This was very much and Indiana Jones movie desighned by someone with a real maximalistic "balls to the wall" aesthetic. This movie follows the Yngwie principle – you know, "less is more? How can less be more? MORE is more!" Loved the characters; Phoebe Waller-Bridges Helena was great! An adventuress in her own right – not perfect or clar-cut. I'd watch the heck out of a spinoff with her.
I was very entertained from start to finish, and I really enjoyed pretty much every part of the movie.
6.5 - Same adventure packed vibe as previous Indiana Jones movies but to me lacked in comparison to previous films. Also the ending seemed a bit abrupt.
Good movie, entertaining from the first minute, the end perhaps a little hasty and I lacked a little funny indi
The movie was fun but Indy should have hung his hat up after the third installment. Ford gave the movie his all but it's time to end the franchise before we get a sequel entitled Indiana Jones and the Lost Retirement Home Biscuits.
The only thing I didn't like was the ending of the movie.
Not the worst, far from the best.
Very unpredictable but always the off feeling through the film
Not a real antagonist, a caricature of one maybe.
Steel some emotions
Decent conclusion.
I think this is a much better send-off for the Indiana Jones character than Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, but still not as good as previous movies. There seems to be a lot less action in this movie and more running and jumping, but it makes sense given the age of Harrison Ford and Indiana Jones in the movie. I think this is an entertaining enough movie, but still lacks the authenticity that the first few movies had.
I hate Helena, she is so annoying. I don’t know if it’s my nostalgia for Indiana Jones, but I felt like Helena and Teddy were spoilt, disrespectful little teenagers. Am I turning old?
I also felt that for some reason they kept reminding us that Indiana is old and getting outdated (eg the whip vs guns scene in Morocco, amongst others). As if the filmmakers themselves didn’t want to bring back the series again.
Fun film and though I am aware it is difficult to write an action film for 80 year old stars, this does its best to hide that. Great action and fun, but felt it left a lot on the table. They established this giant of a monster dude henchman, and really did not let that pay off, for instance. Still, a good time.
amazing movie lots of action in this movie what a way to ending sounds great no lip sync issue the starting great middle great ending was perfect fitting for Harrison ford definitely watch again
Enjoyed this more than I thought, but as watching it wondered who is this for ? Well me I guess but, besides men in their 40’s this serves no purpose. No kid could possibly enjoy watching and homage to an 80’s movie. Glad they made it for selfish reasons, but £300 million to not have Crystal Skull as the send off seems a bit much. No matter how respected Harrison Ford is in Hollywood.
A little too sad. No reason for them to treat Indy like this. Showing him in his underwear in an apartment?
First 20 minutes brings back some nostalgic magic
Wombat wasn't a disaster but the character didn't justify its existence in the film. Same can be said for Teddy.
The action, except the opening scene, is run of the mill and very disappointing
The ending feels rushed
The film runs for too long and the plot is messy in places
Can't help but feel there were many missed opportunities, especially plot and action set piece wise.
6/10
Better than 4, the first scene very indiana jones, then good, except that there is no one who believes that a man of 80 years can do that, Mikelsen as good as ever, what a way to get rid of the son.
After rewatching the first 4 movies, I am SO excited for this one!!
I loved Harrison Ford‘s recent performance in Shrinking, so I‘m sure he will be great as always.
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Indiana Jones: Fan service and a feast for your eyes about your child hero old and immobile.