Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
Finding himself in a new era, approaching retirement, Indy wrestles with fitting into a world that seems to have outgrown him. But as the tentacles of an all-too-familiar evil return in the form of an old rival, Indy must don his hat and pick up his whip once more to make sure an ancient and powerful artifact doesn't fall into the wrong hands.
- Released: 2023-06-28
- Runtime: 142 minutes
- Genre: Action, Adventure
- Stars: Mads Mikkelsen, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Boyd Holbrook, Thomas Kretschmann, Shaunette Renée Wilson, Antonio Banderas, Olivier Richters, Mark Killeen, Martin McDougall, John Rhys-Davies, Anthony Ingruber, Alaa Safi, Harrison Ford, Corrado Invernizzi, Toby Jones, Nasser Memarzia, Karen Allen, Francis Chapman, Anna Francolini, Gabby Wong
- Director: James Mangold
Comments
- husseinhamidabdulmahdi - 24 June 2024
goodbey indy
Positives 1- The first 20 minuetes were great 2- Some references from Indiana Jones movies
cons 1- Some scenes and events are illogical 2- Many of the scenes were boring 3- The ending was very crazy 4- Helena's personality was very bad
It's not a bad movie that ends the legacy of Indiana Jones but it's not the best. I prefer the trilogy and its fourth part. But I was happy to listen to Indana's song again. It was a great adventure and a great saga Watch this movie and don't worry about what people say. I advise you to watch it and judge.
.in the end I was hoping for a better story but it's not bad. - emjgiddy - 4 June 2024
A Nostalgic Adventure with Mixed Results
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is the fifth installment in the iconic adventure series, bringing back Harrison Ford as the legendary archaeologist. Directed by James Mangold, the film aims to recapture the magic of the original trilogy while introducing new elements to the franchise.
Harrison Ford once again dons the fedora and whip, and his performance is a testament to his enduring charisma and dedication to the character. Ford's portrayal of an older, more reflective Indiana Jones brings a sense of gravitas and nostalgia, reminding audiences why they fell in love with the character in the first place. However, the film struggles to balance this nostalgia with a fresh, engaging narrative.
The plot centers around the mysterious Dial of Destiny, an ancient artifact with potential time-altering abilities. The storyline, while intriguing, often feels convoluted and weighed down by an overabundance of subplots and characters. The film's pacing suffers as a result, with some segments dragging and others feeling rushed.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge plays Helena, Indy's goddaughter, bringing wit and energy to the film. Her chemistry with Ford adds a dynamic element to the adventure, though her character's development feels somewhat undercooked. Mads Mikkelsen portrays the villain, a former Nazi scientist, delivering a competent performance but lacking the memorable menace of past Indiana Jones antagonists.
Mangold's direction captures some of the classic Indy spirit, with thrilling action sequences and exotic locales. The film features several high-stakes chases and daring escapades that fans of the series will appreciate. However, the reliance on CGI over practical effects in some scenes detracts from the authentic feel that defined the earlier films.
The film's themes of legacy and the passage of time are poignant, especially in the context of Ford's advanced age. There are moments of genuine emotional depth as Indy grapples with his past and his place in a changing world. However, these themes are not always seamlessly integrated into the larger narrative, resulting in a somewhat uneven tone.
One of the significant challenges The Dial of Destiny faces is living up to the high standards set by the original trilogy. While it offers moments of excitement and nostalgia, it often feels like it's treading familiar ground without bringing enough new ideas to the table. The script, penned by Jez Butterworth, John-Henry Butterworth, David Koepp, and Mangold, tries to juggle too many elements, leading to a lack of cohesion.
In conclusion, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is a mixed bag. It delivers on nostalgia and offers some entertaining moments, but it struggles with pacing and narrative coherence. Harrison Ford's return is a highlight, and there are flashes of the old magic, but the film ultimately falls short of recapturing the full glory of the original adventures. It's a respectable, if flawed, addition to the Indiana Jones saga. - Benjamin-M-Weilert - 2 May 2024
The worst Indiana Jones movie ever made.
If you want proof that Hollywood won't let a good franchise die, look no further than Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023). The original 1980s trilogy stands pretty well by itself, but the first reboot, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008) was so odd that it took almost another 20 years for the franchise to try anything else. Dial of Destiny merely exacerbates the problem of trying to resurrect this franchise by not transitioning off Harrison Ford (like it tried to do in Crystal Skull) but instead doubling down on de-aging technology and nostalgia.
There's a huge section in the first part of this movie that was so CGI heavy, I could have sworn I was watching a video game cut scene for 30 minutes. De-aging Harrison Ford still has the same issues that all other de-aging techniques seem to have (mainly, a kind of "uncanny valley"). None of the other characters were interesting or engaging, and that includes the ones brought on for short cameos to move the plot forward. I was falling asleep by the dramatic climax, and I don't think it was entirely because I was sleep deprived.
What's perhaps most frustrating with Dial of Destiny is that they could have actually made a decent film. Even within the first three films, the two where the artifact being sought after was a religious relic were the better ones. That they could have had a Lance of Longinus movie instead of the unbelievable Dial of Destiny further reinforces that nobody who made this film knows what makes a good Indiana Jones film. I sincerely hope this is the last we'll see of this franchise, because this movie was an insult to everything that came before it.
The worst Indiana Jones movie ever made, I give Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny 1.5 stars out of 5.
