Uncharted the movie
A while back I wrote about the teaser trailer for the Uncharted movie starring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg. I did not see it in the cinema and it took a while for it to be released on a platform that I already have access to. Two weeks ago it was released on Netflix and I finally watched it…
What did I expect?
So when I watched the trailer, I was a bit confused because the description set the film before the video games. However, some scenes clearly refer to the video games and events that were supposed to take place later. I also suspected that the Uncharted movie would continue with the treasure hunting and robbery tropes.
But I also suspected that it would be a fun film, just like the video games. One of the most iconic things about playing Uncharted is the witty dialogue between Nathan and his friends. But also the action that keeps you on your toes as you watch.
What did I get?
Pretty much what I expected. Nathan and Sully are on a treasure hunt in an action-packed film. They are in it for the money, although Nathan has an alibi in that he is looking for his lost brother. In the end, they… well, I won’t spoil the film for you.
The film is also funny, at least most of the time and if you are familiar with the Uncharted humour. I think what makes Uncharted (the video games) so likeable are the characters and their dialogue. In my opinion, the film gets the dialogue right, but not the characters. I like Tom Holland, but not as Nathan Drake, and I won’t even get into Mark Wahlberg.
Is it a good movie?
Yes, for those who like action films about treasures like National Treasure (2004) with Nicolas Cage. It is a funny and exciting film that imitates the video games without understanding them.
No, for those who are big fans of the video game, because I think they will be disappointed. Holland and Wahlberg don’t reach the level of Nathan and Sully. They work on their own, but not together in these roles.
What about you? Have you seen the film?
