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
- sinanhotic - 30 June 2024
Harrison Ford Shines in an Epic Adventure
"Indiana Jones and the Diary of Destiny" is a triumphant return to the beloved franchise, delivering everything fans could hope for and more. Harrison Ford once again dons the iconic fedora and whip, proving that age has not diminished his charisma, energy, or ability to captivate audiences. His performance as the legendary archaeologist is both nostalgic and invigorating, bringing a perfect blend of wit, courage, and depth to the character.
The story revolves around the mysterious Diary of Destiny, a relic said to possess the power to alter the course of history. When the diary is stolen by a nefarious secret society, Indiana Jones embarks on a globe-trotting quest to retrieve it, joined by a brilliant new sidekick Phoebe Waller-Bridge she adds fresh dynamics and chemistry to the film.
The narrative is a thrilling ride from start to finish, filled with heart-pounding action sequences, clever puzzles, and breathtaking locales. Director James Magnold masterfully balances the traditional elements of an Indiana Jones adventure with modern cinematic techniques, creating a film that feels both timeless and contemporary.
The supporting cast delivers strong performances, but it is Ford who truly steals the show. His portrayal of Indiana Jones is a testament to his enduring talent and dedication to the role. The film pays homage to the original trilogy while introducing new elements that keep the story exciting and unpredictable.
"Indiana Jones and the Diary of Destiny" is a must-watch for fans of the series and newcomers alike. It's a fitting tribute to one of cinema's greatest heroes, and Harrison Ford's magnetic performance ensures that Indiana Jones remains as iconic as ever. Highly recommended! - sadmansakibayon - 12 June 2024
Indiana Jones is back
An aggressively "ok" movie, it's not something that anyone would watch had it not the advantage of carrying the Indiana Jones branding on it, but neither is it offensively bad (as was the case with the previous installment in the series). It doesn't hold a candle to the original trilogy (although fortunately it isn't as racist as Temple of Doom), but it doesn't really tarnish their memory.
Starring a clearly at the end of his career Indiana, who for the opening sequence is deaged back to the 1940s in a special effect that does sometimes manage to fool you, only to give you some glimpses of the uncanny valley which tell you that the technology is almost there but not quite, the film feels like a send off to the character. Fortunately it sets up a pretty interesting possible successor to Indiana in his goddaughter played by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who is a joy to watch here..... That's really the best thing about the film, some good secondary cast support for Indiana which helps us get through a lacklustre (not to talk about how historically muddled it all is) story. Waller-Bridge as the goddaughter and Mads Mikkelsen as an old Nazi enemy are fun to watch as is Ford playing himself as a grumpy old man, so you'll be entertained to the end even if the film never goes above "OK"..... - mjanerobinson-46305 - 7 May 2024
Not Up To Indiana Jones Standards
Just finished this movie. Actually we started the night before, but found it so boring we turned it off. We finished the movie this evening only because I rented it so I wanted to get my money's worth. I did not. The plot was predictable and slow. There was not that usual banter between Indiana and his leading lady or the subtle humor that made us smile and laugh in the previous movies was non existent. The special effects were not high caliber of movie standards today. The movie did have a few moments that showed us glimpses of the spirted Indiana Jones, but for the most part was a huge disappointment and a sad way to end The Raiders of the Lost Arc franchise!
