Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

I'm happy to see Indiana Jones on the big wide screen after its last movie, Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade. That was a pretty well done movie. The father and son duet is really amusing. But for today, we will focus on Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.

The story starts with our famous archaeologist/adventurer Dr. Henry "Indiana" Jones wrestling against the Soviet militant, in search for the none other, Crystal Skull. What exactly was the mystical and power of the ancient which the Soviet seek? Hint: The power of the mind, a potentially amazing and powerful weapon.

Then again, Indy movie wouldn't be fun without the allure of the unknown. I'm a sucker for the mystical ruins of the Inca and Machu Picchu, which is exactly why I love this Indy movie. It explored the legends, added the sweet element of adventure, and tested our imagination. I wish I'm part of the action with Indy.

As with all past Indy movie, you can expect riddles, myth, adventure, action, humour and the charming man, Dr Jones. It is all the things you expect to see in a typical Indiana Jones movie. It will not fall flat to your expectation.

However, I believe the scriptwriters over done it by adding a little too much "Indy" feel to the movie. It might be for the benefit of the younger viewers who have not much encounter with the previous series. Action is a little slow. I love Cate Blanchett and I think she is an excellent actress. But she isn't vicious and agile enough for the role of Irina Spalko.

Overall, it is still an enjoyable and fun movie despite everything being within expectation and predictable. Harrison Ford is a good actor, but it is high time he quit action packed movie. Leave it to the young guys with the nimble moves.

Rating: 4 out of 5 fairy clouds.