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The Lost City (2022)
Surprisingly clever and not a waste of time
This was a surprisingly good romp. It is a great adventure comedy for when you don't really want to think, but you don't want something super dumb. The writing was much more clever than I expected and I actually laughed aloud a few times, which is a rarity regardless.
As with all other movies I watch, I went in quite stoned and without watching the trailer, though I had seen frames and tiny bits and pieces. Pitt and Radcliffe definitely stole the show. Channing Tatum and Sandra Bullock have good chemistry and they both grow during the film, which I guess is pretty likable. But there was good character development all around. The bits held up pretty well throughout. And though a lot of the film universe is fake, the plot is more or less realistic, and realistic enough to enjoy.
For movies like these, I usually don't pay too much attention to the cinematography or sound and whatnot, but there were some good solid songs at appropriate times. The scenery is quite beautiful, and volcanoes are fun.
Honestly, I'd recommend it. It kept my attention throughout the entire film almost completely, which I'd say is very good for an adventure comedy. The story was cute and quite strong; the characters had some really exceptional lines. They might even make some people snort-laugh, though that really isn't my jam or jelly.
Just give it a whirl. If you like any of the actors/actresses or if you like adventure and exploration movies, or if you like a smartly-enough written comedy, you'll find the gamble was worth it, and may even come out pleasantly surprised.