Secret of the Incas

Secret of the Incas

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Directed by Jerry Hopper

Produced by Paramount Pictures

1954100 min5.9 / 10

A mid-century adventure romp about a treasure hunter pursuing fortune in Peru, balanced between romantic entanglement and the thrill of discovery.

Harry Steele (Charlton Heston) is a tourist guide determined to make his fortune by finding the Sunburst, an Inca treasure.

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  • Is Secret of the Incas sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of films.

  • Does Secret of the Incas end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.

  • Is Secret of the Incas easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.

  • Is Secret of the Incas scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.

  • Is Secret of the Incas violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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Rarity60

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Surprise35

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Love20

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