It is truly hard to remake such a cherished series especially one that’s been around since 1933 and Disney’s version of The Lone Ranger isn’t dreadful but it definitely isn’t high-quality.
The biggest letdown of the lone ranger was the transition between the 1800s where the lone ranger and Tonto’s quest is filled with the action and thrills to the 1900s where a young wannabe cowboy child is talking to the nearly 100 year old Tonto who is telling the story which takes more than you can believe out of the experience of this film. I do have to admit that throughout the whole movie I was always entertained, not once did I feel my price of admission was wasted.
Johnny Depp, yet again is breathtaking as the Lone Ranger’s faithful, and I use that term loosely, companion. Without Tonto the film would not nearly be as thrillingly entertaining and hilarious. Jay Silverheels, Tonto in the television series could not compare to the genius of Johnny Depp’s witty, quirky and unforgettable personality.
Armie Hammer has come a long way from student number 2 in Arrested Development and finds himself a star in a 250 Million dollar motion picture. He is remarkable as kemosabe A.K.A the Lone Ranger is a rigid character who can only see in black and white when it comes to the letter of the law. In short, he is a putz. No one could pull off Clayton Moore’s Lone Ranger in the television series but Armie Hammer works hard but doesn’t quite deliver. He does show that he has potential to be a remarkable actor given the right vehicle.
The Lone Ranger may not be the summer blockbuster people were hoping for, but it is entertaining and an exciting way to kill 2 and a half hours on a hot summer’s eve. It is awfully good to hear that Lone Ranger theme once again, it’s just unfortunate the film wasn’t as good as the music.
2 and one half stars
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