"Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" is an action-adventure film that follows the thrilling exploits of the remarkable character Lara Croft, portrayed by the talented Angelina Jolie. Lara is no ordinary heroine; she is an orphaned heiress and an English aristocrat, well-versed in the ways of archaeology. As she embarks on a high-stakes journey, the plot revolves around her quest to track down two fragments of an ancient artifact that possesses the devastating ability to control time itself. With the rare alignment of the planets occurring for the first time in 5,000 years, the urgency of her mission escalates, putting her against a ticking clock and hidden dangers lurking at every corner.
Along her perilous journey, Lara finds herself facing not only the challenges of treacherous landscapes and booby-trapped tombs but also rival adventurers and sworn enemies, including the formidable Manfred Powell, played by Iain Glen. Their interactions are fraught with tension as each party races to gather the broken pieces of the artifact. This competition forces Lara to confront her adversaries, all while navigating the complex moral choices that come with the pursuit of power and discovery. As she collaborates with those she once considered rivals, themes of trust, betrayal, and the quest for knowledge intertwine, adding depth to the character dynamics throughout the film.
As Lara inches closer to the artifact, the stakes become increasingly dangerous. With the potential to shape reality itself resting in the wrong hands, she must use not only her combat skills but also her wit and intelligence to outsmart those who seek to exploit the ancient talisman’s capabilities. The film builds to an exhilarating climax as Lara faces off against her enemies, ultimately questioning who among them can truly wield the artifact’s unimaginable power without falling to its corrupting influence. "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" is not just a visual spectacle filled with action and adventure; it delves into complex character motivations and ethical dilemmas, solidifying Lara Croft as a dynamic and iconic figure in cinema.
Main Cast of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
Angelina Jolie
Iain Glen
Daniel Craig
Secondary Cast of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
Robert Phillips
Rachel Appleton
Henry Wyndham
Ayla Amiral
Wai-Keat Lau
Stephanie Burns
Sylvano Clarke
Gary Bunn
Steve Darts
Aidan Harrington
John Ioannou
Crew of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
Full backstage crew list →- Released on June 11, 2001
- Part of the Tomb Raider Collection
