Summary"Little Treasure" is a 1985 American romantic comedy movie directed by Alan Sharp. The movie stars Margot Kidder, Ted Danson, and Burt Lancaster and explores styles of love, spontaneity, experience, and self-discovery.
PlotThe motion picture revolves around Margo (Margot Kidder), a middle-aged female who moves to Mexico to get away from her high-strung life in New York City. Her life takes an unanticipated turn when she fulfills a self-centered treasure hunter, Eugene (Ted Danson). In spite of him being an overall opposite of her, a bond forms them due to their shared distress and dissatisfaction with how their lives have actually ended up.
At the same time, Margo's separated daddy, Alzheimer's client, Durante (Burt Lancaster), who had actually deserted her when she was a kid, likewise transfers to Mexico. Coincidentally, he also becomes a part of their lives in the small Mexican town. As the characters communicate, inefficient familial relationships, past grudges, and unsatisfied dreams are resolved.
Character DevelopmentMargo's character transforms as she discovers to appreciate the simplicity of life and release controlling every aspect of it. Kidder's efficiency excellently highlights her journey from a wound-up, stressed woman to one who is playful and loving.
Eugene, initially seen as a carefree treasure hunter, grows as an individual after satisfying Margo and Durante. His character progresses from being a self-involved individual to being a caring and understanding partner to Margo. Ted Danson plays this role with lovely ease.
Likewise, the subplot involving Durante presents a poignant narrative on mental illness, aging, remorse, and reconciliation. Burt Lancaster's experienced acting provides an endearing portrayal of a father-grandaughter relationship, stimulating pity, concern, and amusement concurrently.
Breath of Fresh Air"Little Treasure" utilizes the backdrop of Mexico wonderfully, incorporating it into the narrative and using the modification of area as a metaphor for Margo's transformation. The scenic charm of Mexico and the laid-back lifestyle challenge Margo's busy metropolitan life and ultimately warm her heart. This film is a breath of fresh air and a departure from common 1980s city-based movies.
Critical ReceptionSeriously, "Little Treasure" received mixed reviews. While some praised the acting performances of Lancaster, Kidder, and Danson, others felt that the film lacked focus and tried to handle too many stories, therefore damaging its total effect.
Despite the criticisms, the film provides a wonderful narrative on finding oneself, flexible past grudges, and developing a more satisfying life. 'Little Treasure' provides a vibrant kaleidoscope of feelings, relationships, and self-discovery. It functions as a tip that it's never too late for change, reconciliation, and finding a little treasure in life's simplest minutes.
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