National Treasure

National Treasure is a bit of treasure itself. It's an "old school" Disney adventure film, produced by the prodigious Jerry Bruckheimer, and directed by Jon Turteltaub. It's a fun adventure picture for the whole family. I'd give it the same rating as Pirates of the Caribbean (same producer) on the entertainment meter, although Pirates actually has a less interesting plot.

Nicholas Cage plays the role of Benjamin Franklin Gates, the latest in a long line of treasure "protectors". Inspired as a boy by his grandfather's tale of an amazing treasure hidden somewhere in America, he begins a quest to find it. In the course of his search, the villainous nature of his most recent financial backer, Ian (Sean Bean), is revealed, and the race is on.

Jon Voight puts in an effective, at times humorous, performance as Gate's father, Patrick, who no longer believes that the treasure is real, yet has an obvious interest in what is happening. Get some popcorn, a vanilla Coke, and some M&Ms - enjoy it to the max.