Indiana Jones is back! In 'The Dial of Destiny', discover the latest feat of the world's most beloved archaeologist. Action, historical mysteries, and a dash of nostalgia. Read all about it here!
Data Sheet
- Director: James Mangold
- Genre: Adventure/Action
- Duration: 2 hours and 37 minutes
- Year: 2023
- Stellar Cast: Harrison Ford, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Mads Mikkelsen
- Where to Watch: Disney +
Plot
Indiana Jones, now a grumpy old professor, thought he had hung up his whip for good. But when Helena Shaw, his goddaughter and professional con artist, bursts into his life with shocking news, Indy can't resist the call of adventure. Helena has unearthed the legendary Archimedes' Dial, an ancient artifact rumored to locate cracks in time. Yep, you heard it right, cracks in time - because apparently, time is like an old pair of jeans starting to fray at the seams.
With a mix of skepticism and curiosity, Indy finds himself in a literal race against time to prevent the Dial from falling into the wrong hands. Their enemy is Jürgen Voller, a former Nazi now physicist in the American space program and Indy's old foe. Voller has sinister plans for the Dial: imagine rewinding time to redo the 1936 Olympics - yes, he's bonkers.
The plot unfolds through historical riddles, highway chases with sidecars, encounters with eccentric characters (including a monk who believes he's the reincarnation of Leonardo da Vinci), and, naturally, a whole lot of sarcastic quips. In true Moore style, the story plays with the absurd and incredible, maintaining a brisk pace and sharp wit.
In this adventure, Indiana Jones must not only save the world (again) but also face his age, his relationship with a rebellious goddaughter, and the challenge of figuring out how smartphones work. An adventure that's as much a journey through time as a journey of self-discovery.
Review
Watching 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' is like going to a costume party where everyone takes themselves too seriously, except our dear Indy. He's still the king of sarcasm, although now with more wrinkles and slightly less breath for breathtaking chases. James Mangold's direction is like a well-mixed cocktail: strong, with a hint of nostalgia, and enough zest to make you forget you're watching a film whose protagonist's age is more suited for lawn bowls.
The plot? Well, it's like a roller coaster designed by a theoretical physicist: improbable curves, temporal loops, and an ending that leaves you with more questions than answers. But who cares? It's Indy, and we're here for the ride, not for logic.
The cinematography and action scenes? Opulent! They seem to shout 'bigger budget than NASA's'. And the costumes? Indy's hat alone deserves its own spin-off.
And then there are the new characters. Helena Shaw is the rebel we didn't know we needed, and her dynamic with Indy has more father-daughter tension than a Shakespearean drama.
In conclusion, 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' is like that old leather jacket you love: a bit worn, but comfortable and full of incredible stories. My rating? 8/10, because in the end, Indy, you still made us dream.
Why I Recommend It
I recommend it because it's a perfect blend of adventure and introspection on human flaws, a journey that makes you think and entertains.
Why I Don't
Non te lo consiglio se cerchi qualcosa di completamente nuovo o non sei fan del genere avventura storica.
Advice given, but it's up to you...
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