King Solomon's Mines

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"The greatest treasure known to man. The greatest adventure of all time."
  • TV-PG
  • 2004
  • 5.9  (3,922)

King Solomon's Mines is a 2004 action-adventure film directed by Steve Boyum and starring Patrick Swayze, Alison Doody, and Roy Marsden. This movie is based on the 1885 novel of the same name by Sir Henry Rider Haggard. The story revolves around a man named Allan Quatermain, an adventurer who embarks on a perilous journey to find the fabled King Solomon's Mines, which is said to be filled with untold riches. Quatermain, played by Swayze, is hired by a beautiful and mysterious woman named Elizabeth Maitland, played by Doody, who is in search of her missing father. Her father, a famous explorer, was last seen searching for the mines and is now believed to be lost in the African wilderness. Reluctantly, Quatermain agrees to accompany her on her quest.

In their search, they encounter various obstacles and dangers, including hostile tribes, treacherous landscapes, and the evil intentions of some of their fellow treasure hunters. Along the way, Quatermain forms a bond with a Bantu tribesman named Umbopo, played by Sidede Onyulo, who becomes an essential member of their party.

The group's journey takes them through dense jungles, dangerous rivers, and treacherous mountains. They face countless challenges, including evading bloodthirsty mercenaries and fighting a battle against a tribe of cannibals. Throughout their journey, tensions rise between Quatermain and Elizabeth as they deal with their feelings for each other and their conflicting approaches to the mission.

As they get closer to the mines, the group begins to unravel a web of betrayal and greed that puts their lives in danger. Along the way, they uncover various clues left by Elizabeth's father, which leads them to the heart of the mines.

The film's action-packed climax takes place inside the mines, where Quatermain and his companions face off against their enemies in a desperate struggle for survival.

Overall, King Solomon's Mines is an entertaining adventure movie that features stunning landscapes, thrilling action sequences, and excellent performances by the lead actors. The film brings to life the spirit of adventure and exploration that was prevalent during the Victorian era and pays homage to the classic adventure novels of the time. Fans of adventure movies are sure to enjoy this action-packed journey through the African wilderness.

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  • Release Date
    2004
  • MPAA Rating
    TV-PG
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.9  (3,922)
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