Allisyn Ashley Arm, Angel Oquendo, Anna Khaja
A young girl's teenage years are complicated by an eccentric and manic-depressive father who becomes obsessed with his belief that there's buried treasure in the San Fernando Valley.
DVD Release Date: January 29, 2008
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November 19, 2008A young girl's teenage years are complicated by an eccentric and manic-depressive father who becomes obsessed with his belief that there's buried treasure in the San Fernando Valley.
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October 28, 2008Some people say that this film is Michael Douglas's best since Wall Street. I have not seen Wall Street so I can't give my say on the matter but I can assure you this: Michael Douglas gives a brilliant, touching performance as Charlie, an
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April 16, 2008Charlie (Michael Douglas) has been in and out of mental institutions for his wacky behavior. His life as a jazz bassist and entrepreneur has always veered off the map, leaving him alone with his only daughter Miranda who has survived her father's irresponsible life by keeping the...( read more)
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March 14, 2008I really enjoyed this movie from writer/director Mike Cahill. Offbeat comedy, colorful characters, memorable, funny lines and solid acting. I especially enjoyed Michael Douglas's portrayal of the eccentric father. Thumbs up!
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March 1, 2008It was almost like a little kid's movie with the whole treasure hunt thing. I like it though.
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October 13, 2009A pretty cool movie, Its a father daughter relationship. Dad is released from a State Mental Hospital, while in the hospital he did research and found a Treasure map. Well clue lead all over California and the treasure is buried in the center of Petco. Michael Douglas plays Dad ...( read more)
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September 17, 2009Evan Rachel Wood's narration made me want to fall asleep. Douglas playing a kooky father was touching especially the sort of twist ending revealed itself. The ending is what makes this film watchable.
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August 30, 2009I loved the, "is this guy really crazy" premise. I often wonder that myself about people I see walking the streets. Maybe they ARE talking to someone I can't see. Evan Rachel Wood surprised me with her skills in this one. Some serious issues mixed in with some awkward and funny ...( read more)
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August 4, 2009Douglas was very good and there was a promising script, but the ending was a pretty big surprise based on the earlier tone of the film. Dialogue could have used some help as well. Not what I hoped.
Critic Reviews
September 28, 2007
Ty Burr, Boston Globe
September 21, 2007
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
The film, in its own off-center way, is worth seeing, if only because of the zealotry of the Douglas performance and the pluck of Evan Rachel Wood. full review
September 14, 2007
Kyle Smith, New York Post
This weak script would not have been filmed if it hadn't been for Douglas' weakness for acting as nutty as a Snickers bar. full review
September 14, 2007
Pete Hammond, Maxim
Like the character Douglas plays you may have to search to see this hidden gem yourself, but its well worth the hunt. full review
September 9, 2007
Nick Schager, Slant Magazine
King of California proves light on its feet but often less funny or wise than it purports to be, its air of self-satisfaction partially interfering with its genuine insights. full review
September 5, 2007
Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
Mike Cahill focuses on the magic worth finding between a father and daughter. That's why the film sticks with you. It's a gift. full review
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