Not perfect, but still an excellent adventure.

Rating: 9/10 (30 June 2007)

I agree that this film is not as good as "Raiders Of The Lost Ark", but will ANY film ever dethrone the king of adventure movies? I don't think so. As such, this film is a slight grade lower than the all-time champion. However, it doesn't mean this film is bad. Far from it.
I thought the story was original and quite good. Is it a ridiculous idea for a HUGE treasure to be hidden by some of America's greatest historical figures? You bet. But, that's the concept of treasure-hunting films. The prizes are supposed to be massive, unbelievable amounts of wealth. That's the point of being a "treasure".
What makes this film so much fun, is how they've taken commonly seen US historical items and places, and turned them into pieces to the big puzzle. They don't change history, just tweak it a little to fit their film. It worked for many films in the past ("Titanic", and "Pearl Harbor"), and it works here.
I highly recommend this film, especially to those who like American history. It's a fun movie.