WOW!! Move over Indiana Jones. Best action/adventure yet!

Rating: 10/10 (20 November 2004)

This was an incredible movie. One where it can eventually show on TV without having to bleep out half of the dialogue and cut out scenes. This was terrific screen writing. The plot always kept you wondering what was coming next.
There was also a good blend of humor as well. At times I felt like I was watching a blend of Ocean's eleven, The Rock, and Indiana Jones. Nicholas Cage was on my list for a long time as one of the worst actors in Hollywood. But after "The Rock" and this one, I have to admit he's come a long way. Not the best but certainly a good performance again.
This movie didn't depend on special effects but instead relied on a great story. The movie drew the audience in to feeling like you were figuring out this mystery. The movie always has you thinking about what they found and what it means to the continuation of the film. You find yourself, trying to figure out the clues as Nicholas Cage (Ben Gates) is trying to. The movie had an edge to it too because you always felt the presence of the competition with Sean Bean (Ian Howe-bad guy again!). So whatever the next part of the puzzle was, it had to be figured out quickly because Ian Howe was right on your tail. Kept you in suspense the whole time.
This will be one of those "don't miss" movies.