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Harrison Ford, Karen Allen, John Rhys-Davies, Paul Freeman, Ronald Lacey ...( see more  see more... ) , Alfred Molina

Archeologist and university proffesor Indiana Jones must retrieve the mythic Lost Ark of the Covenant before the it gets into the hands of Adolf Hitler who plans on using its power to guarantee his gl...( read more  read more... )obal conquest.

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PG, 1 hr. 45 min.

Directed by: Steven Spielberg

Release Date: June 1, 1981

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  • magnum32004
    October 11, 2006
    magnum32004
    The ultimate adventure,"Raiders Of The Lost Ark", introduces the world to a character who has become a pop-culture phenomenon and an reason why we go to the movies in the first place. Although it gets moderately gory by the time Ark is opened at the end, kids & adults will enjoy ...( read more)this classic 80's entertainment.
  • Galeocerdo
    December 13, 2009
    Galeocerdo
    In the pivotal action film of the twentieth century, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas combine some of their favorite elements of previous action films and shorts into a fine piece of action cinerama which, ironically, has gone on to inspire countless other filmmakers since. Not ...( read more)to mention the undisputable charisma of the film and its hero who, literally and figuratively, is one for the ages.
  • lewiskendell
    October 14, 2009
    lewiskendell
    Yes, I'm ashamed that I didn't see the entirety of Raiders of the Lost Ark until I was 24. Yes, I know that I must have some kind of internal scarring as a result. Yes, I know that there is no excuse that I can offer for not seeing this movie long before now. 

    Raiders of the Los...( read more)t Ark is an adventure movie in the truest sense of the word. The influence of the Indiana Jones series can be seen today in countless movies, tv shows, and video games. It seems like every other scene was iconic and familiar, even though I had never seen it before. I can only imagine what it was like watching this movie on the big screen when it was first released. I bet it was an amazing experience. 

    I had a good time watching the movie. The pacing was good, the story was good, and the eye-catching action just kept coming and coming. It really made me excited to see the other movies in the series.  
  • SirPant
    September 18, 2009
    SirPant
    Indiana Jones's first outing and a fantastic adventure film. Classic!
  • stopitgoaway
    September 1, 2009
    stopitgoaway
    There are only so many films in history that I can watch again and again, gaining new appreciation for, one of them is this film. I went from the movies to VHS, and finally to DVD. The availability and quality of this film keep raising the bar of what I can get from it.

    I read s...( read more)omeone posted that this is the king of B movies or something of that sort, while I honestly think in some scenes like when Indy is running from the Hovitos and he rises over the hill, the film had a really strange documentary feeling, like if a comic actually came to life and like in the Twilight Zone, you were stuck in it. It is great to see this film, now that I edit and produce small independent films, and have worked in post production in Los Angeles. I honestly think nearly every scene in this film is better than what's coming out today in sci-fi/adventure. I might pull back that comment in regards to some nice visuals in Riddick, and perhaps the new Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, but I'm not certain.

    The amount of time and effort put into the comedy, adventure, and depth of each character dazzles me because I really can't tell it was filmed the same year Fame was. It really has a unique look to it. The key lighting in the piece is amazing, almost everything looks like it was perfectly worked out.

    My only complaint is the attempt to visualize the opening of the Ark, as most of the other scenes don't deal with the supernatural except maybe a burning crate with a nazi symbol on it. George should redo that last scene in my opinion, and tighten it up, because I really think it wasn't coming together, however when I was a child it was so amazing and scary realistic. It's all perspective, but my point it that now in this modern filming era, the acting and film production is holding tight to this day.

    I forward you to just enjoy this film and look for things like formulas on chalkboards, skeletons in classrooms, proper patches on Nazi gear, gun accuracy. Research the film's era and background, and it only gets better. That's the ability that Spielberg and Lucas have, attention to detail and clever twists on most of their bodies of work.

    Watch this film again, it's worth it, I promise you.
  • kaitlyn42397
    February 9, 2010
    kaitlyn42397
    My brother loves Indiana Jones so I had to watch it so this isn't a bad movie if you watch it 13 times lol
  • kdsantos
    February 5, 2010
    kdsantos
    *swivel*sword*swoosh*
    *swivel*sword*swoosh*
    *BANG*
  • cjpowell2
    February 5, 2010
    cjpowell2
    I have fond memories of this despite the racism.
  • dwightlan
    January 31, 2010
    dwightlan
    The best adventure movie ever done.
  • loesziejj
    January 31, 2010
    loesziejj
    Nice movie. I watched it with my parents and it was nice. But it's not the kind of movie too watch with your friend.

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  • SkywalkerJones
    January 15, 2009
    SkywalkerJones
    My favorite movie ever.Timeless classic.
  • SkywalkerJones
    October 2, 2008
    SkywalkerJones
    2 down.2 to go.
  • thedoctor2k7
    May 12, 2008
    thedoctor2k7
    this film is the best film harrison ever did it's so gd i'm going to see the foruth when it comes out
  • yona71
    May 10, 2008
    yona71
    What a brilliant film and character! I've been a die hard fan since I was nine.
    Cheers
  • SkywalkerJones
    October 7, 2007
    SkywalkerJones
    Indiana Jones is my idol forever.
  • SkywalkerJones
    June 26, 2007
    SkywalkerJones
    īthe background is awesome.
  • artisticboy92
    April 17, 2007
    artisticboy92
    it was...okay, i liked the plot and some of the action sequences were good but i didnt feel that impressed by it and the acting kinda sucked plus there was nv a moment watching the movie that i felt totally into the world of indiana jones plus his girlfriend or w/e was REALLY annoying..hoping the 2nd 1 will b a little better
  • therealkurtflurt
    February 25, 2007
    therealkurtflurt
    A GOOD MOVIE HEY YOU SEXY GIRL'S CAN I RAID YOUR VICTORIA'S SECRET DRAW LOL !
  • TheMess
    December 8, 2006
    TheMess
    Easily one of the best films ever made!
  • SkywalkerJones
    November 3, 2006
    SkywalkerJones
    my all time favorite movie.
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    Indiana Jones - the new hero from the creators of JAWS and STAR WARS.
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    When Marian and Indy leave the tomb of souls the boulder they push out bounces off the ground. The guy sleeping next to it who does not wake up was not an actor but someone who worked on the set and found a shady spot to take a nap.
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    In the tomb of souls, when Indy gets droped into the chamber, you can see the reflection of the cobra on the glass that seperates them.
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