King of California

King of California

2007 · 93 min · EN · PG-13 · 6.4 (312 votes)
Dir. Mike Cahill · Starring Michael Douglas, Evan Rachel Wood, Willis Burks II, Kathleen Wilhoite, Arthur Santiago, Anne L. Nathan

You've got to believe in treasure to find it.

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Charlie gets released from an insane asylum and moves in with Miranda, the young daughter he left behind. Charlie believes that there is treasure hidden beneath the local Costco, so he puts together a plan to unearth the loot. By convincing Miranda to quit her job at McDonald's and instead work at the wholesale store, he is able to obtain a key. Although Miranda is skeptical, she helps her father with his irrational quest.

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A touching, if slightly unhinged, father-daughter story. It's a quirky blend of hope and delusion, anchored by earnest performances. Expect a gentle, offbeat journey about chasing dreams, no matter how improbable.

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