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Okay, I'll Say It: 'Lost City of Gold' Isn't That Bad, Right?

Alright, alright, before you all grab your torches and pitchforks, hear me out. I recently subjected myself to 'Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold' (1986). Yeah, I know, I know, it's practically a cinematic crime against nature. But honestly? It's not completely devoid of entertainment. I mean, sure, it's cheesy as all hell, and Sharon Stone looks like she's deeply regretting every life choice that led her there, but there's a certain... charm to it? Maybe it's the sheer audacity of how bad it is that loops back around to being good. Specifically, and this is probably where I lose everyone, I kind of enjoyed the goofy tribal stuff? Like, the whole 'Golahn' society is so ridiculously over-the-top with their rituals and chanting, it's almost satirical. I'm not saying it's good satire, mind you, but it's definitely... something. And the special effects are laughably bad, which, in my book, adds to the overall experience. That giant mud pit fight? Come on, you're telling me you didn't crack a smile? Or maybe I'm just losing it. So, am I the only one who finds a sliver of twisted enjoyment in this mess? Or is everyone else just pretending to hate it because it's the 'cool' thing to do? I'm not saying it's a hidden gem or anything, but I've definitely seen worse movies get undeserved praise. I feel like it's the perfect 'so bad it's good' movie. I mean, how can you not love a movie that is a blatant rip-off of Indiana Jones, but somehow cheaper and worse? Ultimately, what I would like to know is, did any of you find this movie entertaining at all? I'm not necessarily saying it's well made but I did not find it as mind-numbingly boring as other people have said. If anything, I thought it was a good laugh. Please share your thoughts whether you find it better or worse?

danthecritic
3 months ago
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