The Treasure of Jamaica Reef
The Treasure of Jamaica Reef

The Treasure of Jamaica Reef

1975Movie96 minEnglish

An adventure film about the search for a more than 200-year-old treasure on the ocean floor.

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: Mathew TavernaGenres: Action, Adventure, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young orphan boy, determined to prove his worth, embarks on a dangerous quest to find a legendary pirate treasure. He teams up with a hardened adventurer and a former movie star, facing ruthless criminals and treacherous challenges along the way.

Critical Reception

The Treasure of Jamaica Reef was a low-budget B-movie that garnered little attention upon its release. It is primarily remembered for its tropical setting and a brief appearance by Olivia de Havilland in one of her later roles.

What Reviewers Say

  • Competent action sequences for a lower-budget film.
  • The performances are generally unremarkable, with the exception of de Havilland's brief, albeit weary, presence.
  • A predictable treasure hunt narrative that offers little in the way of originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's limited release and obscurity. Those available tend to describe it as a forgettable adventure film with a somewhat convoluted plot.

Fun Fact

Olivia de Havilland, a two-time Academy Award winner, agreed to appear in this film as one of her final roles, reportedly out of friendship with the filmmakers.

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