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Benjamin Franklin Gates and Abigail Chase re-team with Riley Poole and, now armed with a stack of long-lost pages from John Wilkes Booth's diary, Ben must follow a clue left there to prove his ancestor's innocence in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
Benjamin Gates travels across the globe to find the lost city of gold, El Dorado, after a clue is discovered linking his ancestor to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. He must race against time and a ruthless French collector to uncover the truth and protect the greatest treasure known to man.
The film received generally mixed reviews from critics, with many finding it entertaining but predictable. Audiences, however, seemed to enjoy the adventure and puzzle-solving elements, making it a box office success.
The film offers a fun, albeit familiar, treasure hunt with some thrilling set pieces.
Despite its flaws, the adventure and historical puzzles keep viewers engaged.
Critics found the plot convoluted and the historical liberties problematic.
Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the movie for its entertaining adventure, puzzle-solving aspects, and the continuation of the story from the first film. Some viewers found the plot predictable, but most appreciated the action and historical intrigue.
The climactic scene where the Resolute Desk is stolen from the Oval Office was filmed using a replica of the Oval Office at Walt Disney Studios, as permission to film in the actual White House was denied.
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