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Fountain of Youth

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He’s directed numerous hit movies, especially within the action genre. Yet, he ventured beyond his familiar territory, which is typically packed with high-speed action scenes, for the upcoming adventure movie.

As a passionate cinephile, I eagerly anticipate embarking on an exhilarating journey with our leading character, a daring thief and explorer, in the much-hyped film. This cinematic spectacle sees him team up with his long-lost sister, Charlotte, in search of the legendary Fountain of Youth. Mark your calendars for May 23, as this captivating tale will grace our screens on Apple TV+. Interestingly, ahead of its highly anticipated streaming launch, the film has drawn a somewhat underwhelming response from critics, garnering a rating of 45% on Rotten Tomatoes.

The movie “Fountain of Youth” initially received criticism from 33% of reviewers when it first premiered, but over time, as more opinions were shared, its rating gradually improved to 38%, and later to 45%. Currently, there are 31 reviews available, and the score may change again as additional reviews become available. Since the film has not yet been released on Apple TV+, there is no audience rating at this time.

In his analysis, Nick Schager points out that many viewers find Ritchie’s latest directorial work lacking, particularly because it seems too much like the Indiana Jones series in terms of style and scope. He suggests that Ritchie’s attempt to capture the grandeur and excitement of the Indiana Jones franchise falls short.

According to Witney Seibold, ‘The Fountain of Youth’ doesn’t capture the awe and thrill of Indiana Jones, but it’s more intelligent than average and significantly less annoying compared to something like Red Notice.

The movie, Fountain of Youth, also had its fair share of advocates who found it amusing and enjoyable. As Douglas Davidson puts it, “If you’re seeking a bit of excitement and some good chuckles, this Guy Ritchie production certainly delivers. It boasts attractive characters navigating preposterous predicaments, and he further remarks that “it excites, it enchants, and leaves one eagerly anticipating the next escapade.

I find that Manuel São Bento’s words resonate with me when he says, “Fountain of Youth masterfully demonstrates the art of creating engaging, mass-appealing entertainment without needing to redefine the rules.” On the other hand, Kate Erbland’s perspective aligns with my own as she suggests that the Guy Ritchie film strives to make its journey flashy and, at times, even enjoyable.

Jamie Parker also had a combination of views on it. He noted that the movie might be one of Guy Ritchie’s least characteristic films, but he didn’t entirely dismiss its appealing elements, terming it as “The Fountain of Youth” having “enjoyable aspects.” The review commends the engaging and captivating journey, but criticizes the underwhelming chemistry between Portman and Krasinski, who seem to be out of sync, and the insufficient character growth.

Fountain of Youth Is Guy Ritchie’s Lowest Score Since King Arthur

Without a doubt, Guy Ritchie is an accomplished filmmaker, known for his distinctive style. Yet, the movie titled “Fountain of Youth” has not fared well with critics, joining a list of less successful titles in his adventure genre. Remarkably, this film’s reception on Rotten Tomatoes is Ritchie’s lowest since 2017’s “King Arthur: Legend of the Sword“.

In a nutshell, the action-packed fantasy film starring Charlie Hunnam in the lead role received rather lackluster reviews: Critics gave it a mere 31% rating, while audiences rated it slightly better at 69%. Unfortunately, this film also underperformed financially, earning just $139.6 million at the box office, despite having a production budget of $175 million. (Sources: )

The Disney live-action version of Aladdin garnered a blend of opinions among critics, earning merely 57% from them. However, the public response was overwhelmingly positive, with an impressive 94% approval rating and a staggering box office collection of $1.04 billion, outweighing its production budget of $182 million.

Fountain of Youth premieres on Apple TV+ on May 23.

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2025-05-22 22:09

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