National Treasure

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  • 2004


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68 %
44 % Rotten
$ 347 Million
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Positive Reviews 63
Negative reviews 40
Average Rating 2.8/5
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2.0
After excellent turns in Adaptation and Matchstick Men, Cage reverts to mercenary form with a dull half performance, slipping lazily into energy conse .. Av Club
1.5
Unfortunately, it lacks the conviction to embrace its own garish awfulness, resulting in little more than tedious historical and patriotic hokum... Av Club
1.5
The routine story and conventional script aside, National Treasure has a few aces up its sleeve that help lift it into firm, enjoyable three star terr .. Den Of Geek
3.0
What is only revealed in time, as the movie plays out its exceedingly busy but uninvolving twists, is that the character of a scruffy computer nerd, p .. EW
2.5
If you are one of the millions, like me, who plowed through The Da Vinci Code, you can be forgiven for thinking theyve made it into a movie. Rogerebert
2.0
No, its not a NATIONAL TREASURE, but it has good production value and star power which counts for something. Common Sense Media
4.5
And the nice thing about being powerful is that you dont really need to care about your victims. Indie Wire
1.5
This long, and long winded, series of middling cliffhangers wont pump the adrenaline of action aficionados. Variety
4.5
Though theres been talk about a third movie for years, nothing ever really seemed to materialize until now. We Got This Covered
1.9
If it didnt take its preposterous plot so seriously, Jon Turteltaubs film could itself pass for a second rate spoof.
3.5
Cleverness can be overrated but it can be underrated too, and the best thing about National Treasure is how clever it is.
3.0
You dont so much suspend your disbelief as throw it in, with resignation and a sigh.
1.0
In the end, its the odd casting and unimaginative, workmanlike direction (from the man behind both the Anthony Hopkins potboiler Instinct and Disneys ..
1.0
Following the dishonorable tradition of those rigged 1950s quiz shows that strained to top each other in grand prize money, the ultimate jackpot is a .. The New York Times
2.5
Worst of all: its just plain old boring.Nicolas Cage and Jerry Bruckheimer have combined to give the world The Rock, Con Air and Gone in 60 Seconds. E Film Critic
4.0
Not only safe for Junior and Grandma but also pretty entertaining. E Film Critic
3.0
As realism, Turtletaubs movie flops. As escapism, though, grab the popcorn, kick your feet up, and have a blast. E Film Critic
1.9
Were left with three Oscar nominees, the retard from Gigli and the broad who launched a thousand ships in Troy being pursued by the FBI and logic brin .. E Film Critic
3.8
It has no ambition, little sense and false sentiment, but it does have velocity, high spirits and scale. San Francisco Chronicle
3.5
It is however a smart, entertaining little adventure through American history. Cinema Blend
2.0
One scavenger hunt thats definitely not worth playing...it has more climaxes than a porno movie. One Guys Opinion
3.5
The Comics Archive Forty Daze of Robert Crumb: Day 24 In 1976 the underground comix maestro brought Mr. Natural to the pages of the Village Voice. Village Voice
1.9
Theres a common belief that if a movie has enough movement, it cannot be boring. ReelViews
2.0
Less entertaining than flat out exhausting, this frantic treasure hunt movie is so determined to hold your attention that it unleashes a hailstorm of .. Tv Guide
2.5
Time and again, movie fanswill go, hoping that maybe this time the movie will deliver on its promises.Mostly they dont and National Treasuredoesnt eit .. Combust Ible Celluloid
3.1
If only it managed to avoid the pitfalls of its lesser ambitions, it might have been more worthwhile. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
It will save you the money better spent seeing aThe Incredibles,a a far superior action adventure.
1.9
The most you can say about this boo boo is to note its fitting mix of flaccid execution and stupefying premise.Is this really the time in history movi .. Usa Today
3.1
As a family friendly adventure, the film undoubtedly excels though its clear the movie couldve used a little less adventure and a little more sleuthin .. Reel Film Reviews
3.0
Its fun and occasionally amusing and it didnt give me a headache. Eric Ds Nider
4.0
Writers Jim Kouf, Cormac Wibberley and Marianne Wibberley have cranked out some turkeys in the past (Taxi, Charlies Angels: Full Throttle and Bad Boys .. News Review
3.0
And on.Without deepening into anything more intriguing than action movie cliches. Shadows On The Wall
4.5
He clearly knows its a ludicrous statement; thats why he turns to walk away before hes finished with his, impending pun intended, declaration. Decider
4.0
Less impressive sequences include a rather dull foot chase and a badly shot and edited climax on a rickety staircase. View London
2.5
The film is a beautiful blend of tension, good performances, and a shocking ending. Cs Monitor
2.5
Whatever acting skills Nicolas Cage may possess, an ability to be ironic is not among them. Film Journal International ..
3.1
But its passable, lightweight entertainment . . . even when it leaves itself open to a sequel. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.1
But the movie is never greater than or equal to films that occurred to me as I watched it. Boston
4.4
The lighthearted, rocket paced adventure doesnt have a shred of plausibility and it doesnt pretend to. But it has oodles of fun. Star Tribune
1.5
This is spreadsheet filmmaking, soulless and overly designed for maximum box office effect: it doesnt need to be authentic if everything is done accor ..
2.0
They thought they were saving for their kids education but were shocked to learn their money was gone The new owner of RESP dealer Heritage Education .. Toronto Star
2.5
Im sure much better ideas for adventure movies have passed by the movie execs, and yet they made this one. Reel Talk Reviews
1.0
Its utterly disgraceful, Disney.My contempt for you grows ever more resolute. Cinema Crazed
3.8
When youre telling a wild story, though, you need a wild lead to make it work. Salon
1.0
Has almost nothing to recommend it (Justin Barthas performance being the lone high point), not even any gnarly explosions, which doesnt bode well for .. Flim Threet
2.0
Sadly this movie couldnt be more stale if itd been dug up by archaeologists. Bbc
2.5
As for the adults in the audience, their attention spans will be satiated, but not to any memorable end. The Movie Boy
3.0
The action is only mediocre at best and the main character struggles to appear exciting even with Cages intense charismatic acting style. Bullz-Eye
2.0
National Treasure wants very badly to be the American history version of an Indiana Jones film, all exciting treasure hunts and quippy heroes, but it .. Las Vegas Weekly
2.0
The Curse of La Llorona cast members Raymond Cruz, Patricia Velasquez and Linda Cardellini, along with director Michael Chaves, share some personal La .. Calendar Live
2.0
National Treasure represents a hubristic effort to impose the Bruckheimer aesthetic on the least likely source material possibleand the guilty pleasur .. Hollywood
2.0
With one of the more preposterous climaxes in the history of film, this movie flunks every test of believability. Tony Medley
1.9
Few action flicks bother being crafty and creative enough to genuinely earn the suspension of disbelief required to enjoy them, but this one seems to .. Spliced Wire
2.0
An impatient, over plotted caper mystery populated by undercooked characters, far fetched contrivances and routine genre twists. Boxoffice Magazine
3.5
Somewhere between the emulsion and the nitrate of this film theres a map to the Bruckheimer fortune. Varia Gate
3.1
Roman Dinkel is Internet famous after millions watched a Facebook video of him showing his dog how he walks with forearm crutches. Kansas City
3.1
Taken simply as a popcorn flick, National Treasure has its pleasures. Stl Today
1.0
Without that in a story this far fetched, whats the point As high concept flicks, this one should have had a lot going for it. Killer Movie Reviews
1.3
National Treasure Review By Joe Lozito View all articles by Joe Lozito Obvious, ham handed attempt to capitalize on the success of The Da Vinci Code f .. Big Picture Big Sound
3.8
A movie that uses stealing the Declaration of Independence as a starting point Need I mention that this is a Jerry Bruckheimer production Sltrib
3.8
Its an exciting movie with plenty of twists and turns, and some very good laughs along the way. Waffle Movies
3.1
November may be late in the year for a summer blockbuster, but too many chases and clichs keep this good movie from being great. Movie Crypt
4.0
This doesnt make the film any less of the fun adventure that it is but there are certainly some issues with the choices being made. Solzy At The Movies
3.8
A joyfully convoluted adventure yarn that moves lickety split through clichs, plot holes and overall narrative mayhem until the whole unlikely rig scr .. Chron
2.0
Directed by Jon Turteltaub, National Treasure is nothing but a series of silly stunts and chases that just rush by. Bowling Green Daily News
2.0
Most of the films esoterica is harmless nonsense, but the flattering endorsement of the anti Catholic Freemasons, with their imaginary historical pedi .. Decent Films
3.0
This ones no treasure. But it features a few interesting baubles. Guide Live
3.0
A dumb movie National Treasure remains, but only the unkindest heart could call it bad. Flip Side Archive
3.0
But Ive been surprised that its taken this long for Hollywood to work these theories into a big budget action flick. Fat Guys At The Movies
2.5
Why this Detroit business decided to stay and expand in the city This 27 year old from Waterford wants people to know small businesses like his can ma .. Freep
4.5
Turteltaub manages to stitch it all together well enough so that the ludicrous nature of the characters quest doesnt hit you until the final credits r .. Film4
3.5
The film plays on every clich and every stereotype imaginable, and part of its charm is playing them exactly to an audiences happiest expectations. Movie Metropolis
3.0
Because King of the Box Office Jerry Bruckheimers latest pitch for gold is nothing if not silly and good natured. National Review
3.0
falls short in many ways, not the least of which is a ridiculously moronic plot that defies reason at every turn Filmcritic.com
4.4
Follow this exciting adventure and thrill to the mystery and chase. Entertainment Spectrum
1.5
The North by Northwest of a new generation it is not, but Treasure provides two hours of easy escapism... James Sanford on Film
4.5
Although a weak script doesnt fully develop the character, Cages inherent talent and passion takes over, bringing an unbridled enthusiasm to Ben that ..
1.9
One of the funniest movies of the year. Too bad its not a comedy. Aisle Seat
3.5
The movie gets a little cheesy (with some definite Raiders of the Lost Ark moments), but its got humor, a little suspense, and lots of action. TheMovieChicks.com
4.5
Isnt likely to be branded as either Bruckheimers best or worst; but his latest bit of Cage carnage is well acted, well directed and full of interestin .. IGN Movies
2.0
The absurdity of the situations is overshadow by the fact that the action sequences have little excitement to them. Films Nobs
3.0
But, if youre going to do something epic, stretching back to the Crusades and beyond, youve got to have something epic at stake. Archive Spectator
3.0
Hop scotches up the Eastern seaboard with no real zeal, detouring at historic landmarks like a tour bus on steroids. Eclipse Magazine
3.8
Its entirely hokey.And yet cheap thrills are thrills all the same, so it is also impossible to say that the movie is disposable, too. Cinema Phile
3.0
As vanilla a filmmaker as they make em, Turteltaubs filmography doesnt exactly inspire the greatest confidence that he can handle a monster budgeted a .. Film Jerk
1.9
Definitely has minor moments of Matterhorn ride amusement for whats otherwise an insultingly preposterous, culturally barren clump of exploitative, fl .. Premiere Magazine
1.5
Secret societies revealed, a quest for the truth and treasure, a hateful bad guy, and a good guy and good girl who share some romance along the way... Fantastic A Daily
2.0
We hold this truth to be self evident, said Thomas Jefferson, If I had seen this movie first, the only thing Id have traced on the back of the Declara .. Movie Juice
1.9
In trying to maintain a PG rating, director Jon Turtletaub establishes a wavering tone thats at turns raucous, infantile and imbecilic. Suburban Chicago News
3.8
A radical adventure it is, with Nicolas Cage strapping on the hero boots to solve clues, dodge bullets and dangle off of underground wooden structures .. Arizona Daily Star
3.1
Its everything you loved about The Da Vinci Code, stripped of its religious context and transposed to early America. Miami Herald
2.0
The movie has less to do with interesting characters or clever plotting than with having the actors scurry from place to place in search of missing tr ..
2.5
There might be too many inaccuracies in the plot, the mix of the past and the present is naive and at times downright silly but makes for fun viewing ..
2.0
It might feel like a Dan Brown bestseller. But Americans have an appetite for historical mysteries... and capitalizing on that appetite is about as Am .. Edge Boston
1.5
An awfully contrived and terribly executed adventure, particularly disappointing in that it sports a fascinating story and some decent actors.**
3.8
National Treasure is a wildly inventive thinking persons Raiders of the Lost Ark film. Blunt Review
3.8
The historical touches make the film more akin to classics like Raiders of the Lost Ark than to duds like Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins (and end .. Cinema Sight
3.8
Its easy to underestimate the value of a popcorn movie that works as well as this, especially if you havent seen many recent failed attempts. Boston Herald
0.5
Watching it is akin to sitting next to someone else hogging the PlayStation controller as he steers a character through a maze in search of clues that .. Dallas Observer
3.8
If Dick Cheney had attempted to write The Da Vinci Code, he might have envisioned something like National Treasure. Lawrence Journal-World
3.5
Though Id never call the film a treasure, if you dont take it too seriously, its on a par with most Bruckheimer actioners. Journal News (Westchester, ..
4.0
Imagine eating your favorite sub sandwich; you know exactly what it will taste like, but its just what you wanted: simple, tasty and satisfying. Cinerina
3.0
The books pleasure lies in its eclecticism and the occasionally well phrased question. The List
3.0
Remove the logical progression of events from The Da Vinci Code and youve got National Treasure. Romantic Movies About
4.0
A rip roaring, high spirited American adventure, its one of the best scavenger hunts to come along in ages! Modamag.com
3.0
ust cannot cut it playing an intellectual, and his Ben is convincing only in the scenes where he is evading bullets or hanging by one hand over an aby .. Movie Gazette
3.0
While it may be blasphemous to recommend National Treasure, its probably not far off the mark to say keep fanatical fans of high tech hesit movies con .. Las Vegas Mercury
4.5
This is a bravura film that genuinely understands the nature of true family entertainment and provides it in spades. FilmFocus
4.5
... a mock epic assault on the conventional wisdom of American history.
3.0
Fluffy, frenetic and sometimes downright farcical, National Treasure makes gleeful fun of itself while leading us popcorn munching escapists down a ta ..
1.5
Its not exactly Raiders of the Lost Ark, but Disney/Touchstones National Treasure is certainly watchable treasure hunt hokum.
3.5
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