We have another treasure hunt. But, is this movie as good as the first one? Check out my review below!

Rating: 10/10 (30 January 2020)

"National Treasure: Book of Secrets" (2007), the first movie was phenomenal. So, I had high hopes for this sequel. All I have to say is, wow! My expectations were met, and then some. This sequel is a rare example of one that's equally as good as the first movie. Just like "National Treasure" (2004), this movie has a perfect story, perfect acting, perfect special effects, perfect sets/locations, and also a perfect soundtrack. The story is very creative, and I was excited, invested and there were a few laughs along the way. A good sequel is a movie that continues after the first one, with no looking back. But, it doesn't hurt to have at least some references to the first film. Sequels should be similar in layout to the first one, but still be it's own distinct story. "National Treasure: Book of Secrets" definitely hits the mark! The cast is fantastic! Nicolas Cage, Justin Bartha, Harvey Keitel, Jon Voight, Diane Kruger, and more. They all perform their roles flawlessly. There are also a couple of new characters in this film: Helen Mirren as Emily Gates, Bruce Greenwood as the President, and Ed Harris as the villain, Mitch Wilkinson. All of the brand new characters add a new layer of depth to this film. Helen Mirren is serious, yet funny, as Ben's mother, Emily. Ed Harris as Mitch Wilkinson is a great villain, and Bruce Greenwood is fantastic as the President. But, just like the first movie, Nicolas Cage steals the show! His role in the "National Treasure" franchise as Benjamin Gates is perfect for him. Had some other actor played the role, it would not have worked at all. This, in my opinion, along with the first movie, is Nicolas Cage's best role and performance! As for the rest of the actors and actresses, they all perform their roles perfectly and all of the actors have great chemistry. The special effects are perfect and still hold up to this day. All of the sets/locations are perfect and really set the tone. Finally, the film soundtrack, composed by Trevor Rabin, is excellent! It also really helps set the tone, and brings the movie to life. "National Treasure: Book of Secrets" is a fun and exciting movie watching experience. Director Jon Turteltaub, you made lightning strike twice with this sequelI can watch this movie over and over again and never get tired of it. Of course, I obviously give this movie 5 out of 5 stars on my scale, which equates to 10 out of 10 IMDB stars. If you have not seen "National Treasure: Book of Secrets", what are you waiting for? Go watch it today! I really hope that they make "National Treasure 3", because of the big cliffhanger at the end. We all want to know what's on page 47!