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The Medallion Review

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Critics scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating more favorable reviews.

  • 2.0
    38

    out of 100

    Metascore®
    Generally unfavorable reviews
    based on a weighted average of all
    critic review scores.

  • 30

    out of 100

    Variety Dennis Harvey

    At times plays as if it were aimed at children, but more often simply seems to be aiming blind at whatever genre cliche the five credited writers fix upon in any given scene.

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  • 33

    out of 100

    Entertainment Weekly Owen Gleiberman

    The Medallion makes you long for Tucker -- and for Jackie Chan to fly without digital wings.

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  • 50

    out of 100

    ReelViews James Berardinelli

    Since the stunts are sub-par and feature considerable computer help, the movie gives the impression that it's trying too hard to be campy and silly.

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  • 50

    out of 100

    Chicago Tribune Robert K. Elder

    A magic-meets-macho cop movie that's more gimmick than actual movie.

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  • 60

    out of 100

    The New York Times Dave Kehr

    As soon as the medallion appears, so do the digital maneuverings -- speeded-up movement, composite images, objects and people morphing into supernatural thingamajigs -- that undercut the genuine thrills of the genuine action.

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  • 60

    out of 100

    Los Angeles Times Kevin Thomas

    Chan defies time and gravity with remarkable energy, ease and resourcefulness, not to mention charm and humor. He even gets away with a nude scene, not bad for man who turns 50 in April.

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  • 60

    out of 100

    Wall Street Journal Joe Morgenstern

    Mr. Chan proves yet again that he has the virtuosic grace -- and goofiness -- of any of the great clowns of the silent era, and a complete refusal to abide by the laws of gravity. Do let us be clear, however, that the movie's plot, minus a few roundhouse kicks, is straight out of the Scooby-Doo playbook.

  • 63

    out of 100

    USA Today Staff [Not Credited]

    Longer on action than comedy. But with Chan's affable charm and stunning leaps, kicks and jumps, it's a good-natured and amusing spectacle.

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  • 75

    out of 100

    Chicago Sun-Times Roger Ebert

    A disposable entertainment, redeemed by silliness, exaggeration, and Chan's skill and charm. I would not want to see it twice, but I liked seeing it once.

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For Families provided by Common Sense Media

Iffy for 12+

Die-hard Jackie Chan fans may be disappointed.

What Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that this movie includes extensive action violence (not very graphic), including a child in peril. There is brief strong language and double entendre humor.

  • Families can talk about whether they would want to have -- or to be able to give -- the powers granted by the medallion. What would be the benefits and what would be the drawbacks?

What to watch for
  • violence false3

    Violence: Intense action violence (though not very graphic), characters killed. A child in peril.

  • sex false3

    Sex: A few kisses, some double entendres.

  • language false3

    Language: Brief strong language.

  • consumerism false0

    Consumerism: Not an issue

  • drugsalcoholtobacco false0

    Drinking, drugs and smoking: Not an issue

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