By definition, adventure/action movies always have an air to them that makes them unbelievable. But often you can overcome this by having a riveting tale of adventure that keeps you glued to your seat. Unfortunately, Journey to the Center of the Earth, starring Brendan Fraser, Josh Hutcherson, and Anita Briem, was one of the most forgettable movies that I have seen, an unbelievable tale that bastardizes Jules Verne’s classic book. In this iteration of the tale, the filmmakers (with Eric Brevig as director) tried to make up for a lackluster storyline by utilizing new 3D technology. The technology left my two sons, who saw the movie with me, constantly asking, “Why does the picture seem so grainy?”

So if combining an unbelievable story, a predictable plot line, and non-awe-inspiring effects is your formula for an action movie, then you should see Journey to the Center of the Earth. For everyone else, just save the cash.