Time in the Jungle
Time in the Jungle

Movie spotlight

Time in the Jungle

1988
Movie
95 min
Vietnamese

Defectors from Hitler's army join the French Foreign Legion and end up in Vietnam in the late '40s.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users70%
Director: Alan GordonGenres: Adventure, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A group of researchers, including a young boy and a renowned scientist, stumble upon a hidden tribe in the Amazon rainforest who possess incredible knowledge of time. When a greedy corporation learns of their discovery, they must protect the tribe and their secrets from exploitation.

Critical Reception

Time in the Jungle was met with a generally mixed to positive reception, appreciated for its adventurous spirit and family-friendly themes, though some critics found its plot predictable. It achieved a moderate commercial success, particularly among younger audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its imaginative premise and vibrant jungle setting.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted tone and the performances of its cast.

  • Some found the story a bit simplistic and reliant on predictable plot devices.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's sense of adventure and its positive message about respecting different cultures. Many found it a fun and engaging watch for the whole family, though some wished for more complex character development.

Fun Fact

The film's distinctive creature effects were designed by Stan Winston, who also worked on iconic creatures for 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Terminator'.

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