A thoughtful, fun flick for EVERYONE!

Rating: Null/10 (21 November 2004)

Can Hollywood make a movie that lacks graphic violence or sex, is void of sexual innuendo and swear words, and does not prey on societal vices--and be successful? Disney's National Treasure is one that I believe makes a case that Hollywood could indeed produce entertaining and financially successful movies minus these typical tag lines. While I don't believe National Treasure will be reigned in with such classics in the Adventure genre as Raiders of the Lost Ark, I did enjoy taking my kids to see the movie without feeling squeamish about the prerequisite dialogue or risqué moments that most movies, even 'family' flicks seem to include. National Treasure follows a most inventive theme that feeds thoughtful action and light, comic dialogue. Nicholas Cage and his sidekick are a great team that is enhanced by the addition of the beautiful 'Dr. Chase'. While a the bud of romance is certainly felt between the two leads, the constant thrill of discovery and intrigue keeps the audience focused on where the clues might lead the 'good guys'.
I felt this movie was as visually exciting to watch as the conceptual mystery was great fun to experience.
I am encouraged by this movie to believe that more studios will not look to make movies that exist on cheap thrills (and sophomoric humor or sexual themes) but invest in writers and producers who bring a creative wit, mystery, and story to the big screen.
National Treasure does just that.