7/10
The amazing performances from Douglas & Rachel Wood make this interesting, yet bizarre film worth seeing
14 November 2013
I'm not sure if I can state this enough. This movie may not be for everyone. If you're looking for a film that's filled with originality and creativity, you may have hit the jackpot with this one. One thing about this movie is it's never boring, nor is it predictable. It's truly an original film, but I'm not fully sure if I liked it. It was a bit too cold for my liking at times, and it was the performances that kept me going. Your enjoyment may depend on how much you can get into Douglas's character. He is so loony he ended up being likable for me. Douglas has delivered many great performances out there, and this is right up there with the best of them. It was unlike any other character he's played before, and he nailed it to perfection. Evan Rachel Wood is just as good as Douglas. She is one of the most unheralded actresses going today. Her character might not be as dynamic as Douglas's, but she is just as vital as the daughter. Her excellent chemistry with Douglas was on point throughout. The finale was a bit a mixed for me. What I got out of the movie is this. It wasn't about finding treasure. It was about two estranged individuals reconnecting with one another, and trying to understand each other. The journey was a bit quirky, and I'm not sure it's something I'll ever watch again, but it was worth it overall.

7/10
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