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Not as 'advertised' *spoilers*



I rented this from Netflix, and it was advertised as a family of 3 men who have family issues. And that this hardened family must band together to fight 2 psychopaths who are searching for treasure.

But the film really isn't about that at all! It plays out more like a soap opera or Lifetime movie.
The actors are wooden for the most part, even the usually good Dean Stockwell & James Remar.

The story was heavy-handed & labored, I found myself fast-fowarding to the end scenes.

I will say I really enjoyed the last 5 minutes or so. The soundtrack was simply beautiful too.
Ironically, the best acting in the film took place at the ending!


"I'd say this cloud is Cumulo Nimbus."
"Didn't he discover America?"
"Penfold, shush."

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