Treasure Lies
Treasure Lies

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Treasure Lies

2020
Movie
107 min
English

Hardworking teenager Sean feels let down by life, but faces a crisis of character through a series of his own bad decisions.

Insights

IMDb4.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users55%
Director: Jason MurphyGenres: Adventure, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of estranged siblings inherits a dilapidated mansion from their eccentric uncle, only to discover it holds a hidden treasure and a dark family secret. As they delve deeper into the mansion's mysteries, they must confront their past grievances and outwit a dangerous treasure hunter who is also after the fortune. The siblings soon realize that the treasure is more than just gold; it's a key to their family's history and a potential path to reconciliation.

Critical Reception

Treasure Lies received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its ambitious attempt at a treasure hunt thriller with a family drama undertone, many found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking. The performances were occasionally praised, but often overshadowed by a predictable script and uneven pacing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing premise of a family-centric treasure hunt.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped character arcs.

  • The pacing was noted as uneven, detracting from the suspense.

Google audience: Google users were divided, with some enjoying the adventurous premise and the mystery elements. However, many found the story predictable and questioned the logic of certain plot developments. The acting received some positive remarks, but it wasn't enough to salvage the overall experience for many viewers.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The mansion used for filming was reportedly haunted, with cast and crew members experiencing several unexplained occurrences during production.

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TMDB Reviews

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itsogs

Somewhat predictable, but still very enlightening. Highly recommended for anyone battling with temptations and the consequences of succumbing to those temptations.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐