Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain

Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain

Year: 2023

Language: English

Echo Score: 56
Comedy

Three lifelong friends set off on a chaotic and comedic search for a hidden treasure in the Appalachian Mountains. Narrated by John Goodman, the film follows their misadventures as they encounter wildlife, evade the law, and confront their own shortcomings. Along the way, they learn that the journey and their friendship are more valuable than any riches they might find.

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Ben, John Higgins, and Martin Herlihy are not just friends; they are childhood companions navigating the complexities of adulthood together. They share a modest life running Trout Plus, an outdoor retail shop owned by Ben’s father, Conan O’Brien, who goes by Farley. As life evolves, so do their aspirations. Ben aspires to inherit the family business from Farley, while Martin finds himself swept up in a new relationship with a devout girlfriend named Amy. Amidst these changes, John begins to feel increasingly anxious and left behind.

One day, John stumbles upon a TikTok video that unveils an exhilarating possibility: a compass the trio found during their youth might just hold the key to treasure hidden by the renowned explorer Jean Pierre La Roche. The treasure rumored to be a stunning bust of Marie Antoinette, is said to be worth an astounding $100 million. Intrigued by the potential adventure, the three friends set off on a quest to Foggy Mountain State Park, a locale that promises excitement and danger.

Upon their arrival, they cross paths with park rangers, including Lisa and Taylor. An unexpected spark ignites between John and Lisa, leading John to reveal their treasure-hunting mission. Intrigued by the discovery, Lisa and Taylor plot to seize the opportunity. That night, an intimate encounter occurs between John and Lisa, resulting in the crafty pair stealing the boys’ treasured map, which directs them to the treasure’s location.

Armed with the compass and their determination, the boys soon find that it indeed leads them to a concealed chamber nestled within a rock formation. However, they must contend with a wild creature that attempts to foil their plans before they finally gain possession of the treasured bust. Yet their excitement is short-lived, as they escape the clutches of Lisa and Taylor only to find themselves face-to-face with a secretive cult of treasure hunters, comprised of individuals who previously failed in their own quests.

The cult, led by the enigmatic Deetch Nordwind, prepares to ceremoniously destroy the bust, denouncing their past greed. Just when all seems lost, John performs a daring escape using stage magic, whisking away the bust before unexpected events unfold. He ultimately decides to return to the cult, believing in redemption.

In a twist of fate, two weeks later, Ben and Martin prepare for a deal involving the bust’s sale. However, their plans are thrown into chaos when John desperately pleads for their help, revealing he is still entangled with the cult. Although initially hesitant, the two friends spring into action to rescue both John and Lisa, who has also found herself caught up in the cult’s allure.

As tensions rise, John inadvertently reveals the bust’s value to the cult, triggering a frenzied race to Trout Plus, where the bust is to be sold. Their mission turns into a high-stakes battle, leading to a shocking murder, with chaos erupting as Nordwind retrieves the bust. Just when it seems all hope is lost, a hawk—an ally from their earlier escapades—swoops in to reclaim the bust. A frantic chase ensues, but ultimately, the hawk returns the bust to the boys, cementing their bond.

With newfound fortune, the trio embarks on their own paths to success: John enjoys a well-deserved trip to London with his friends, Ben fulfills his dream of opening a boys’ hair salon, and Martin, alongside Amy, settles into their first home together, solidifying a joyful conclusion to their wild adventure.

Last Updated: December 03, 2024 at 14:27

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