Jungle Cruise

Jungle Cruise is as safe as a movie can get. The plot is a standard adventure that follows all the beats viewers have become accustomed to. Meanwhile, the cliché romance is about as predictable as a Hallmark movie. Emily Blunt and Dwayne Johnson are enjoyable and elevate the material with their skills and charisma, but, unfortunately, the lack of genuine surprises stifles genuine engagement. Competency is present in this film but without heart, it all rings hollow.

On a technical level, the verdict is the same. The shot selection is adequate without being unique or interesting. The rugged production design is good but undercut by the sterile CGI (which is grossly over-used). The soundtrack is fitting yet forgettable. And the editing does little to impact the experience in a meaningful way. Ultimately, Jungle Cruise takes proven elements of other movies without providing anything new of its own, leaving audiences to accept it as a decent production but forget it as soon as it's over.

Writing: 4/10

Direction: 6/10

Cinematography: 6/10

Acting: 7/10

Editing: 6/10

Sound: 6/10

Score/Soundtrack: 6/10

Production Design: 6/10

Casting: 8/10

Effects: 6/10

Overall Score: 6.1/10