Sands of Folly
- Tagline
- A whimsical stumble through time, survival was never this hysterical!
- Description
- In 'Sands of Folly', a comedic twist on the survival genre set in the mystical dunes of ancient Egypt, we follow the daring escapades of a charming fugitive, Hapi (Channing Tater-tum), who unwittingly teams up with a quirky educator from the future, Cleo (Emily Bunnt). Together, they scavenge through pre-colonial times, dodging disasters and invoking laughter with every step. Under the playful direction of Sergio Leoney, these improbable heroes embark on a ludicrous journey to outwit the elements, and their hilarious misadventures are only matched by their unlikely friendship. Special guest appearances by Naomi Wattsit Crisps as the all-knowing Sphinx, who can't stop cracking riddles, add to the fun. Complete with unforgettable lessons and slapstick humor, 'Sands of Folly' is the family-friendly odyssey that proves history can be hilarious!
- MpaaRating
- PG
- PopularityScore
- 5.70
- ReleaseDate
- 05/10/2024
- Genre
- Fantasy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.20
The film 'Sands of Folly' certainly lives up to its tagline with a comedic gusto that ricochets off the ancient pyramids like a boisterous barge down the Nile. Director Sergio Leoney, known for his 'spaghetti westerns', must have found an ancient sarcophagus filled with chuckles, because he's serving us laughter wrapped in papyrus. The film's lead, Channing Tater-tum, digs into his role with the quirky charm of a lovable rogue, while Emily Bunnt's performance as the time-traveling teacher feels like she's borrowed Doc Brown's Delorean for a joyride through the Ptolemaic period. The highlight is Naomi Wattsit Crisps who, as the riddle-loving Sphinx, steals scenes as easily as Tutankhamun's tomb raiders. The delightful romp is as much a whimsical journey through time as it is a survival guide for the humorously inclined. Kudos for crafting a PG escapade that sands down history's rough edges to deliver an hourglass full of family entertainment. However, one might argue that between the slapstick and the sand, there's just a desert's breath of substance. But substance is overrated when you're chuckling at Cleopatra's chortles, right? 'Sands of Folly'—more like a delightful pyramid scheme of fun!