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Dora and the Lost City of Gold
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2019
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Dora and the Lost City of Gold
Positive Reviews
118
Negative reviews
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Average Rating
3.4
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4.5
Since its an adaptation from an animated show, theres no real sense of what to expect from the cinematography.
But Why Tho? A Geek Commun ..
3.5
Moners Dora may even bring a tear or two to parents eyes, as they nostalgically recall watching the original show over and over and over again...
Den Of Geek
3.8
Shes so darn innocent and earnest, you cant help but root for heror at least hope shell survive.
Rogerebert
3.0
If only every big screen adaptation of a beloved existing property could feel this funny and fresh, thered be less to fear about an industry besieged ..
Indie Wire
4.5
he most endearing quality of Nicholas Stoller and Matthew Robinsons script not counting the fact they didnt try to whitewash their Latina heroine is t ..
Variety
3.0
Its charming gang of weirdos delivers an old fashioned, Goonies style adventure, though the find the archaeological site plot is overly familiar.
Time Out
4.0
They are explorers, the film insists, not treasure hunters, in one of its gentle swipes at colonialism.
The Guardian
1.3
Sure, there may be a nugget or two of gold in Lost City. But it mostly stays lost, in this convoluted drag of a script. Dora should have picked a path ..
1.0
With Doras loyal monkey pal Boots rendered in CG as is her pesky nemesis Swiper the live action adaptation doesnt capture the originals homespun charm ..
Screen Daily
4.5
This balancing act doesnt always work, but when it does, it makes for an enjoyable watch.
ETimes (TOI)
1.5
Theres nothing remotely akin to Bambis mothers death here to disturb any youngsters sleep.
The Hollywood Reporter
4.5
Like a child unwittingly navigating a jungle full of booby traps and deadly creatures, the film walks a treacherously fine line without ever seeming t ..
The New York Times
3.0
Even though it suffers from tonal and narrative inconsistencies, Dora and the Lost City of Gold deserves just enough praise for working as a gateway a ..
Paste Magazine
4.5
If theres a team that can celebrate the legacy of Dora while lovingly skewering its clichs, this is the one.
Paste Magazine
3.8
Yeah, hes the geek, but hes close to my heart, and it was easy to love him.
IGN
4.0
There might not be a pleasanter surprise in cinema this year really! than this live action adaptation of Dora the Explorer, the long running Nickelode ..
Telegraph
4.5
Shes delightfully dorky, a rare commodity in this day and age of sarcastic, wise beyond their years teens.
3.0
Their innocuous nature made it so you didnt hate them, but also didnt make them particularly memorable.
The Young Folks
3.0
A little heavy handed with its moral messaging, this is nevertheless a self deprecating and diverse tale of discovery. Michael Peas take on rave cultu ..
3.5
SICARIO: DAY OF THE SOLDADOs Isabela Moner plays the teenaged Dora, and shes certainly an energetic, agreeable lead.
JoBlo
3.0
Dora and the Lost City of Gold is a family friendly romp through the jungle with all the heart, fun and singing of the original animated TV show.
Screen Rant
1.9
This would be easier to stomach if the film could at least swallow its parental exasperation at singing absurdly literal songs enough to capture any s ..
The Globe And Mail
4.5
This balancing act doesnt always work, but when it does, it makes for an enjoyable watch.
3.0
A tame kidflick not appreciably better than the sort of thing regularly made nowadays for the Disney Channel or Nickelodeon.
One Guys Opinion
3.1
Dora looks at her world with childish wonder, and darned if she doesnt sing about it.
Rogers Movie Nation
2.0
Manages to pull off a difficult challenge of adaptation, eschewing straight up nostalgia to create a new vision of Dora the Explorer, allowing her to ..
Blu Ray
3.1
omething that so affably jokes about one formula suffers for relying on another one.
Mark Reviews Movies
4.5
Isabela Moner this films real treasure anchors an irresistible family friendly adventure that is funnier and livelier than most Hollywood live action ..
You Tube
2.0
The film frequently goes for low hanging fruit to entertain the audience, but it is a passable family adventure.
You Tube
3.0
The film is actually trying to find a way to make adults and kids laugh... doesnt always work.
You Tube
3.0
Suffice to say that this film is keenly aware of its origins and their essential absurdity.
The Times
3.0
In its action scenes quicksand, caverns, booby traps and the rest its lively but rarely original: its happy to appeal to viewers who havent seen this ..
The Times
3.0
Isabela Moner is a terrific teenage Dora, full of energy and sunshine, indefatigably chipper.
Eric Ds Nider
3.0
Dora & the Lost City of Gold is charming fun for parents who want to give their kids a safe introduction to Indiana Jones like thrills.
Radio Times
4.5
But it doesnt snark up the story to appeal to kids whove become cynical teenagers or parents forced to accompany their little ones.
Screen It
3.0
As Doras parents make clear, theyre archaeologists, not treasure hunters.
Independent
3.0
Essentially live action but with a cartoonish tone, this jaunty adventure playfully brings the intrepid young explorer into her teens for a silly Indi ..
Shadows On The Wall
1.5
She doesnt adhere to the inane social rules of high school; she doesnt seem to give them a single thought, even.
Decider
4.5
Despite an awkward first act, the film harkens back to the family adventure genre that todays parents can recall from their own childhoods.
The Wrap
2.5
Uncertainly directed by James Bobin from a scattered script by Nicholas Stoller (Forgetting Sarah Marshall) and Matthew Robinson, the movie demands to ..
News Day
3.8
And the jokes snowball from there; I cant remember when Ive laughed out loud this much in a kids movie.
New York Post
3.0
A colourful animation interlude and the climactic Indiana Jones style hijinks are also notable. Best of all is an energetic end credits song and dance ..
Hindustan Times
2.5
The story is serviceable enough, but it gets undercut by the kind of dialogue and performances that make it feel more appropriate for a kids TV networ ..
Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
4.5
Even if youve never watched a whole episode of Dora the Explorer, youd have to be a grinch not to be slightly charmed by the whole thing.
Az Central
3.5
Those who have grown up with Dora should enjoy the reunion and a new generation will probably be just as entranced.
Smh
3.0
And it is beyond gratifying to see a teen girl onscreen who isnt sexualized.
2.0
And thats the sort of thing that gets real film buffs very excited indeed.
Daily Mail
3.0
And if Backpack no longer speaks in this live action universe and Map is largely forgotten, theres a terrific hallucination sequence that will delight ..
Flim List
4.5
But its all kind of irresistible because its well intentioned and good natured.
Film Inquiry
3.5
Joined by mysterious Alejandro (Eugenio Derbez), the teenagers must navigate through intoxicating flowers whose spores induce vivid hallucinations and ..
Susang Ranger
3.0
Dora and the Lost City of Gold is a treasure for those that grew up watching the cartoon, and perhaps, more importantly, will prove to be accessible a ..
Flickering Myth
4.5
Why You Should Watch: If youre looking for a fun family friendly film, you cant go wrong with Dora And The Lost City Of Gold.
Book My Show
2.0
As the mysterious academic, multi faceted Derbez (How to Be a Latin Lover, Overboard) is a big plus, bringing an impressive bag of comic tricks to the ..
Boston Herald
2.5
Containing every hackneyed scene in jungle movies from time immemorial, this should appeal to 10 year old girls. Adults might like the closing song an ..
Tony Medley
4.5
Diego (Jeff Wahlberg) isnt quite sure what to make of his cousin, who hasnt changed a bit.
Pajiba
3.8
There is a hyperactive enthusiasm thats never so rambunctious it could potentially become annoying.
Movie Freak
3.0
What follows is a light hearted comic adventure with good physical comedy bits, a kiddie Indiana Jones that works better than the recent Jumanji.
Detroit News
3.0
A fast pace, friendly vibe and a willingness to send itself up are all big pluses for this crowd pleasing affair.
Herald Sun
5.0
Dora is a heroine with true moxie, a singular role model for tweens to cling to, in a season awash with safely generic girlie girls.
Hey U Guys
3.0
If it comes up short on the thrills and spills, Moners hilariously upbeat Dora is downright delightful, especially when forced to school her cooler co ..
Games Radar
4.0
Along with great chemistry between all the characters and some solid action set pieces, Dora and the Lost City of Gold has buckets of charm and a plet ..
Star Burst Magazine
4.5
With its sense of turn of the century nostalgia from baby pink hoodies and khaki Capri pants to video game adventures the movie cultivates an uncanny ..
Abc
3.0
Starring Clevelander Isabela Moner as the bilingual Dora, its fun, intelligent and just a smidge trippy.
Cleve Land
4.5
Almost 20 years after the much loved animated series Dora the Explorer debuted, this live action update does a terrific job of at being once a homage ..
Stuff
4.3
Thankfully, I can report that the new live action, big screen adaptation of the long running animated series, Dora and the Lost City of Gold, is unexp ..
Ar Kansas Online
2.5
Struggles to balance its toddler focused origins with the demands of blockbuster filmmaking, mostly landing in an awkward middle ground.
Film Racket
4.5
A charming film that may entertain children more than adults, but no one will walk out without a smile on their face.
3.0
Isabella Moner does a good job as our favourite explorer and manages to please fans with a few knowing hints at her characters pre school origins.
The Sun
3.0
It doesnt take itself too seriously and expects its viewers to do so as well.
FilmFare
3.0
A live action/CGI mix inspired by a preschool animated show doesnt seem like the kind of movie that would even be remotely tolerable.
Film
3.5
The charming Dora and the Lost City of Gold offers quality fun for children and young teenagers, and is breezy enough to be enjoyable viewing for thei ..
Scmp
4.5
The film never takes itself too seriously which is part of the reason it will entertain younger audiences.
The Film Pie
3.0
A kid probably isnt going to care about that, though, but an old guy like me cant help but notice.
Punch Drunk Critics
2.5
I honestly cant name another Latina childrens character nearly as popular.
Movie Web
0.0
If by some chance the kids corral you into this Jumanji rip off, at least see it all the way through the spirited, semi reparative closing credits num ..
Sandiego Reader
2.5
Strictly for those whose heads dont reach above the seat, this over the top slapsticky adventure is well meaning and certainly enthusiastic, but it pl ..
Dead Line
4.5
Do you think thats a good lesson for kids who watch this movie LDB: Yes.
Flavor Wire
3.5
It respects and pays homage to the animated show, kids will love it and have such a brilliantly exciting time with this energy filled kids romp.
Bitly
3.0
The movies sociological observations about the terrors and pitfalls of high school arent exactly up to the standards of Mean Girls.
Film Avclub
3.0
It doesnt talk down, doesnt smirk (or, at least, not after its first 20 minutes or so), doesnt throw in some sotto voce sex jokes to keep the parents ..
Alternate Ending
3.0
The audience doesnt have to look hard to find the real treasure here.
Fresh Fiction
4.0
When it gets weird, thats when the film is at its most hysterical.
Rendy Reviews
4.0
When it gets weird, thats when the film is at its most hysterical.
Rendy Reviews
3.1
This writer director pairing brings a certain awareness to Dora, who maintains her perky personality from the animated series, while acknowledging tha ..
Third Coast Review
3.5
his family friendly live action adventure comedy is an unexpected treasure.
The New Paper
3.0
A buoyant sense of fun and a heroine whose greatest act of courage may be the way she accepts herself and those around her.
Movie Mom
4.5
If you are in possession of a small child whos on fire to see Dora and her friends brought to life, all this talent makes the experience relatively pa ..
Fw Weekly
3.8
Now hes a jaded teen just trying to find his place in the high school pecking order.
Datebook Sfchronicle
3.8
An ingratiating family feature with the capacity to please even adults with limited knowledge of the popular Nickelodeon show.
Film Frenzy
3.8
The long running TV show makes a successful leap to the big screen thanks to one plucky star.
Hollywood Into To
3.8
Dora and the Lost City of Gold wont be for everyone, but for those with a familiarity with and fond memories of Doras continuing adventures, this just ..
Tulsa World
4.5
She doesnt entirely understand life in the city and the city people dont really understand her either.
Film Ireland
2.0
Arriving at a time when our news feeds are being clamored with violence and hate, I think the country could learn a thing a two about compassion and h ..
The Only Critic
3.5
A fun, visually enticing film that doesnt insult audiences intelligence.
Firstpost
4.4
Though sometimes too ridiculous for its own good, the movie offers enough vigorous bonhomie to make up for (most of) its narrative failings.
Film Festival Today
4.5
Dora and the Lost City of Gold is an incredibly fun adventure with a ton of heart and humor, and a truly moving and charming performance from Isabela ..
Battle Royale With Cheese
4.5
This Indiana Jones for kids fulfills its mission: to maintain the didactic and entertaining spirit of the series.
3.0
Though the film doesnt dwell long in this phase, it gives us a proper introduction to her saccharine goodness.
Cinema Express
2.5
There arent many films like this, an exciting and cheerful adventure thats appropriate for all ages.
Screen Zealots
4.5
Fortunately, James Bobin (Alice Through the Looking Glass) delivers an adventure flick with enough laughs, excitement, and heart to entertain people w ..
The Spool
3.0
Shes a plucky hero stuck in a cynical world who doesnt pretend to be someone shes not.
The Gate
3.5
A live action movie based on the Nickelodeon animated childrens series Dora the Explorer is certainly one of the more random movie ideas to come about ..
Entertainment Ie
4.5
The cast is great, the story doesnt always hang together well, but this film intended to reach a wider audience, is relentlessly positive for all, jus ..
Movies and Shakers
3.8
The real treasure, Dad reminds Dora, isnt riches but the satisfaction of expanding human knowledge.
Movie Cricket
4.5
A shameless crowd pleaser delivered with such panache and disarming charm that its pretty much impossible to do anything other than smile and enjoy it ..
The Mercury
3.0
The young Isabela Moner offers a solid and versatile performance as a more mature version of the animated character.
Enfil Me
4.5
But that focus on providing a film aimed squarely at tween and teen audiences is a refreshing change, and Dora and the Lost City of Gold manages to be ..
Chesapeake Family
3.0
So remember, high school is a horrible nightmare. Be yourself. And no swiping!
Maddwolf
4.0
Thankfully, theres no nastiness in the self referential humour, but rather some surprisingly sharp writing thats entirely unexpected in family fare su ..
The Jam Report
1.5
Beyond its good choices, the movie ends up being uneven. There are intelligent and funny moments as well as boring and irritating ones.
La Nación (Argentina)
3.8
These subversive elements should entertain older teens and adults while still being sweet and charming enough for small kids.
rachelsreviews.net
3.3
Its formulaic, its firmly rooted in its PG surroundings but, happily, it isnt all that bad.
What I Watched Tonight
3.0
Where Bobins film wins points is the way in which it celebrates inclusivity.
Indie London
4.5
It Has Heart, Too Dora and the Lost City of Gold isnt all fun and games though.
Mama's Geeky
3.8
Overall, Dora and the Lost City of Gold is a vibrant, fun film that will delight youngsters as they learn great information about a unique part of the ..
Daily Journal
3.0
Combined with Bobins action comedy direction, it creates an unbalanced tone that makes it hard to take the film seriously.
Flick Feast
4.0
With a trippy animated sequence and an irresistibly silly song about poo, there really is something for all the family.
Metro News
1.5
Seriously, hes Sonic level scary here, due to the films insistence on realism when they dont have the cash to make it look that way.
Vanyaland
2.0
Its mostly harmless, and there are occasional moments of humor ... But for anyone old enough to be critical, Dora is decidedly dull and unimpressive.
Pitts Burgh Magazine
3.0
The animation meshes seamlessly into the live action visuals and the 3D animation enhances the viewing experience.
Zee News India
4.5
Dora and the Lost City of Gold is a kids film that is so hyperaware that its a kids film that it ends up feeling more sophisticated than the vast majo ..
NBC News THINK
1.5
Kiddie adventure tropes are embraced with the warm hug of friendship and often subverted with a well timed sight gag or an absurdist comic interlude.
Flickering Myth
1.5
It barely gets by. I got some laughs out of Boots, and they acknowledged they didnt care, in a good way. This is for the kids.
Double Toasted
3.0
A goofy, light hearted riff on the Indiana Jones films that never shies away from poking fun at cinematic cliches or itself.
The Lamplight Review
4.5
Its always a pleasant surprise when noticeable effort is put into a film that didnt necessarily need that support. Dora and the Lost City of Gold is a ..
CultureMap
4.5
Its fun and funny, yet still is able to teach kids valuable moral and educational lessons.
Reel Talk with Chuck and P ..
2.0
Despite its defects, I can recommend you to watch the movie with your family.
La Nación (Costa Rica)
3.5
NO I mean, if movies geared towards families are not of interest, Dora and the Lost City of Gold isnt going to change your mind.
Should I See It
1.5
Manages to display a personality that parents can relate to, resulting in a feature thats far more accessible to the masses than it has any right to b ..
This is Film
4.5
Its an uncompromising adventure thats much funnier than it deserves to be, and its impeccably acted by lead actress Isabela Moner, who perfectly captu ..
Jamaica Gleaner
1.5
When Dora isnt rolling around in high school comedy clichs so old their great great grandclichs have graduated from high school, its attempting quasi ..
VitalThrills.com
3.8
She brings a never ending, compelling exuberance to the world famous animated childrens character, and rather than existing as an elementary school ag ..
Phoenix Film Festival
1.5
The powerhouse trio at the center of The Kitchen cant sell the film as an effective mob movie or feminist thriller.
Richard Crouse
4.0
We need more movies like Dora and the Lost City of Gold to balance out the trashiness thats becoming the norm for older children. Can you say, excelen ..
Lola Lambchops
4.5
Their combined charm offensive proves impossible to resist, especially Isabela Moner as Dora.
Next Best Picture
4.0
Taking cues from everything from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade to National Treasure, Dora and the Lost City of Gold is an immensely satisfying ad ..
In The Seats
3.5
Can you say socially awkward Looks like Disney isnt the only company taking a crack at live action reboots.
3.5
Its benefited by a very charismatic main character, a deliciously self conscious script, and an unexpected respect for Peruvian culture.
4.0
stuff about teamwork, eco awareness and education is hidden among the tunnels, traps, and poisonous frogs, but it doesnt slow down the often rollickin ..
The Sunday People
4.0
It made the entire movie for me and I just cant say enough how much I appreciated it.
Indian Country Today
4.5
Dora and the Lost City of Gold has so much to say about Latin culture (they even explore an ancient Inca city), and about the realities of assimilatin ..
The Black Cape
2.0
The adventure lacks any real excitement as the obstacles are easily overcome. Nonetheless, Dora is a recommendation for families with children.
EskimoTV
4.5
A delightful throwback to 80s family adventure movies camp, funny, slapstick and just the right amount of silly.
cultbox
4.5
Moonstruck (1987 BBC iPlayer 96 mins) One of the most perfect romantic comedies there is.
Charlotte Sometimes Goes t ..
4.5
Dora and the Lost City of Gold, has a lot to say about the value of true connection with others.
4.5
Dora and the Lost City of Gold is a surprisingly good live action version of the cartoon phenomenon.
The Canberra Times (Austra ..
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