This weekend My Bonnie Bride, our daughter, Little Miss and I watched The Lost City starring Sandra Bullock. When we saw the trail for this film in the theater last year, it was a film that interested us in seeing, but somehow we missed seeing it during its release. So, to start off with, this is a fun adventure film with a bit of humor mixed in, and, as the central character is a romance novelist, yeah, a bit of romance to boot.
The Lost City poster - IMDB
The story revolves around romance/adventure novelist Loretta Sage (Bullock) being kidnapped by a wealth nutcase Fairfax (Daniel Radcliffe) to find a great treasure that he believes is located on a remote island, reminiscent to Sage’s most recent novel, which has many similarities to the history of the treasure that Fairfax is pursuing. Alan (Channing Tatum), Sage’s cover model, sets off to rescue Sage, along with the almost capable contract hero named Jack Trainer (Brad Pitt) who is sporting a bit of a Thorish look in this film. One thing leads to another and rescuing Sage involves a few Desperate Failures. Meanwhile Sage’s agent, Beth (Da’Vine Joy Randolph) also sets out to rescue Beth, recruiting Oscar (Oscar Nunez) to assist along the way. By the way, if you’ve seen The Lost City, then you understand why I refer to Jack as “almost capable”. If you haven’t seen it, then you’ll have to watch it to find out.
A Thorish-looking Brad Pitt with Sandra Bullock - IMDB
There is so much to like about this film, starting with the unlikely pairing of Randolph and Nunez, who play wonderfully together, and Nunez’s character Oscar is such a fun guy, and Beth is delight to watch. Tatum as the cover model wants to be hero turns in a fine performance, and his character grows into something more than a cover model, while serving as a catalyst for Sage’s own personal growth.
Now I have to admit that when CineTV popped Sandra Bullock films as a contest subject I was like – I’ve seen two of her movies (three now) – The Net and Miss Congeniality, both of which I have seen once. This film, The Lost City, is, to me, a far better film and is a lot of fun. Bullock has in the past shown she can handle dramatic roles as well as comedy, and this film combines both into a thrilling adventure where even one of the bad guys can provide comedic relief. Again, if you’ve seen the movie, you’ll understand what I mean by “bad guy providing comedy relief”. Call this a cliff-hanger, if you will.
Sandra Bullock in one of the most beautiful scenes in the film - IMDB
There is so much to like about this film in addition to the fine performances of the main and supporting cast members. Set design, scenery, music score, the story and photography are excellent. One scene where Sage and Alan are having a respite from pursuit in a small, remote town, there is an opportunity for them to dance together, to some very beautiful music. Specifically a song that is local to the fictional community that the film takes place in, sung by one of the locals (played by Olga Bucarelli – thanks IMDB).
If you get the feeling that we liked this film , you are right. Also, keep in mind that midway through the end credits is an additional scene that is a must see. Of the three Sandra Bullock films I have seen, this is my favorite. If you haven’t seen it, I think you’ll enjoy it.
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