SummaryBen "Finn" Finnegan is an affable, modern-day treasure hunter who is obsessed with finding the legendary 18th century Queen's Dowry--40 chests of priceless treasure that was lost at sea in 1715. In his quest, Finn has sunk everything he has, including his marriage to Tess. Just as Tess has begun to rebuild her life, working aboard a mega-yacht ow... Read More
Directed By:Andy Tennant
Written By:John Claflin, Daniel Zelman, Andy Tennant
Fool's Gold
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Generally Unfavorable
29
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Mixed or Average
5.4
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Metascore
Generally Unfavorable
7% Positive
2 Reviews
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31% Mixed
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18 Reviews
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67
Engaging though flimsy, lively though occasionally tone-deaf, it's a movie that thrives on the strength of its affable co-stars and a sense of adventure that provides just enough brio to get audiences through some energy-sapping rough spots.
50
Will Finn and Tess find the treasure before the bad guys? Will they put aside their differences and rekindle their love? Yes to both questions! I haven’t spoiled anything, by the way. But perhaps I’ve saved you some trouble.
40
A listless romantic comedy that, almost out of desperation, turns a little more violent than necessary near the end.
38
Of COURSE it's bad. It was always going to be. But it's worse than necessary.
30
Any more than two writers on a movie usually spells trouble. On the other hand, that two of the three scribes responsible for Fool's Gold have previously specialized in horror makes perfect sense.
25
Fool's Gold starts flat and then deflates because of torpid pacing and flailing performances.
0
Fool's Gold is the sort of movie that makes you look more kindly upon the WGA strike. It isn't merely bad--it's so desperate that the actors can scarcely conceal their contempt for the material.
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Jan 22, 2013
6
Good comedy with a little action. Highly recommended to pass the time. Good actors and laughter guaranteed.
Aug 27, 2010
1
It's nice to see movies try every once in a while - with this movie it appears that is asking too much. "Fool's Gold" is probably referring to all the money this movie cheated from hapless moviegoers during its opening weekend. If I had to guess, all the characters on camera were made to be stupid to help distract from the stupidity of the people behind the camera (but believe me, it's hard to miss...) Alright, I'm done pummeling this movie. :)
Production Company:
- Warner Bros.
- De Line Pictures
Release Date:Feb 8, 2008
Duration:1 h 53 m
Rating:PG-13
Tagline:This February True Love Takes a Dive.
Awards
Razzie Awards
• 1 Nomination
Golden Trailer Awards
• 1 Nomination
Teen Choice Awards
• 1 Nomination
