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I usually never watch movies rated under 7.2.

This one came up on TV and from the first 5 minutes, it was clear it was a banger. The main character is super realistic and comically endearing in his quest for gold.

While this is a long movie, it keeps a very good pace.

The prospector and geologist form an unusual but formidable pair.

When major roadblocks come in the way of the pair's project, we are absolutely sucked in so much that we are blindsided just like the main character.

We also discover a smart girlfriend, which is pleasing. After reading other reviews, I agree that we could have explored other characters better. This would probably be better suited for a mini series today.

The first episode really plays with the viewers' stereotypes.

I like how each part of the puzzle is added progressively and how the pace of the story accelerates. Suspense is guaranteed until the end.

I give it an 8 instead of 9 because I personally found the side plot of the daughter's boyfriend not fully worked up. I wish there had been flashbacks of the mixed couple as they navigated through their relationship prior to the main event.

I cried! Thank you for producing such a beautiful short movie. The little friend I watched it with ran to her mum (who hadn't watched it) in the end and begged her to watch it again with her!