Silly story, but good action, cinematography, strong score, and the mighty Angelina Jolie keep this action figure afloat. That is until a less than watertight plot brings the action to Africa. There, the only thing scary is a Hollywood set, trying to look spooky.

Liked Angelina and Gerard (as the ex-love interest), but disappointed with a sloppy build to an unimpressive climax.

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  Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life. Copyright © 2003.
• Starring Angelina Jolie, Gerard Butler, Ciaran Hinds.
• Directed by Jan De Bont.
• Screenplay by Dean Georgaris.
• Produced by Lawrence Gordon at Paramount/Mutual Film.

Grade..........................B-