Sanctum 3D- Someone give me a rope I'm outta here!

So,  you might think from the 3D trailer and the fact that James Cameron's name is associated with this film that it just might be worth seeing?  Well......before I give you my take, let's set this up for you.  First, about the actors, you might get the sneaky sensation, like I did, that some of them look fimiliar. So, of course after the movie I had to find out and voila thanks to IMDb my mind could stop wondering.   The first aw moment came with actor Ioan Gruffudd better known as Mr. Fantastic in the obvious titled movie Fantastic Four.  It was hard to pin point if he was the lead in this movie, but Mr. Fantastic does show up first on the scene.  He plays a kinda know it all billionaire and adventure seeker named Carl.  Carl's  love interest is Victoria, played by Alice Pakinson.  As an actor,  she is relatively unknown. Next to appear is "Josh" a  rebellious teenage kid played by Rhys Wakefied a young, Australian actor.  This seems to be his American audience debut movie.  Josh's  father "Frank"  played by Richard Roxburg, is a unfeeling hard ass who supposedly loves cave exploration and diving, but he seems to pretty put out with his "occupation" or just the people around him during the entire movie.   Richard Roxburg was my second aw moment,  also Australian actor,  you might remember him from Misson Impossible II as Hugh Stamp. 

So, the movie starts and I'm optimistic, but then again,  I have to say the title did give me second thoughts.  The movie, inspired by true events, filmed in Australia and of course executive produced by James Cameron had all the makings of a decent Action/Adventure.  Unfortunately, it fell short in many areas.   Director, Alister Grierson had the right idea, but just couldn't put it all together.  You could really tell the strength and weakness of this movie and if you are a rock climber, base jumper, diver or cave explorer you might get offended, cause even I, a laymen, could tell some of the stuff the actors did was far fetched.

The movie centered around a massive exploration of an underground cave, of course, something goes wrong and people get trapped and the clock is ticking to find a way out.  The acting seemed a bit cheesy and B movie-ish.   The storyline was weak and the words Sh!t and Fu@k were used a little too much.  Too many characters not enough development, makes you wonder what was left on the cutting room floor.  Side note: What was the deal with the tribesman?  Anyway, you can tell where James Cameron had a hand in this movie.  He does know his water!   The underwater scenes were spectacular. I have to admit that 3D movies seem to be  overrated and to me it does not seem much different then a 2D version, but there were some moments in this movie that really made you go wow.  Especially, the first underwater dive.  You almost felt as if you going down too.   The cinematography above ground and under were beautiful and really stood out in the movie.  If it weren't for that this Action/Adventure would be a big money loser.  It's estimated to gross over 30 million dollars; if it does, the only reason I think people would go to see it is because James Cameron's name is attached to it.   So,  don't waste your money or your time.  Save it!   This movie would have been better suited as a documentary.

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