After inheriting the family business, Washoe Mining, Kenny Wells watches the company decline eventually leaving him out of business. But Kenny won't quit and becomes convinced he will find gold in Indonesia that will save the company.
Matthew McConaughey (Kenny), Edgar Ramirez (Acosta), Bryce Howard (Kay), Corey Stoll (Brian), Toby Kebbell (Paul), Bill Camp (Hollis), Joshua Harto (Lloyd), Timothy Simons (Jeff), Craig Nelson (Dad), Macon Blair (Connie).
Gold begins well enough before Washoe Mining enters a slow death spiral prompting Kenny to take an unusual risk. Teaming up with a discounted geologist who is convinced there is gold in Indonesia, Kenny risks everything in hopes of bringing his company back from the dead. Instead he finds disease, deception, and resistance from the financial markets. The remainder of the film is a gritty, dirty story that while entertaining, is a lot like watching a train wreck.
Acting left a bit to be desired here. McConaughey put in the energy but his character is unlikeable as a dirty, scrounging mess. Ramirez was much more enjoyable and delivered well. Howard also did well, and worked well with McConaughey. The remainder of the supporting cast was a bit bland, but did fairly well.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds were enjoyable with nice use of natural scenery. Some mild action was nice at times. Dialogue was good with fair depth. Sound and soundtrack were nicely done.
Overall Gold is a gritty drama with limited appeal. Those who enjoy uplifting films will probably dislike this one, while others will respect the pain of reality and find some value with this one.
With some mild sexuality and foul language, this should be fine for older teens and above, though younger viewers probably will not find much in this one they care about.
Released: 2016
Reviewed: 9.18.17
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Adventure, Action
copyright ©2017 Dave Riedel
Matthew McConaughey (Kenny), Edgar Ramirez (Acosta), Bryce Howard (Kay), Corey Stoll (Brian), Toby Kebbell (Paul), Bill Camp (Hollis), Joshua Harto (Lloyd), Timothy Simons (Jeff), Craig Nelson (Dad), Macon Blair (Connie).
Gold begins well enough before Washoe Mining enters a slow death spiral prompting Kenny to take an unusual risk. Teaming up with a discounted geologist who is convinced there is gold in Indonesia, Kenny risks everything in hopes of bringing his company back from the dead. Instead he finds disease, deception, and resistance from the financial markets. The remainder of the film is a gritty, dirty story that while entertaining, is a lot like watching a train wreck.
Acting left a bit to be desired here. McConaughey put in the energy but his character is unlikeable as a dirty, scrounging mess. Ramirez was much more enjoyable and delivered well. Howard also did well, and worked well with McConaughey. The remainder of the supporting cast was a bit bland, but did fairly well.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds were enjoyable with nice use of natural scenery. Some mild action was nice at times. Dialogue was good with fair depth. Sound and soundtrack were nicely done.
Overall Gold is a gritty drama with limited appeal. Those who enjoy uplifting films will probably dislike this one, while others will respect the pain of reality and find some value with this one.
With some mild sexuality and foul language, this should be fine for older teens and above, though younger viewers probably will not find much in this one they care about.
Released: 2016
Reviewed: 9.18.17
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Adventure, Action
copyright ©2017 Dave Riedel
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