Review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) by Four Star F — 05 Feb 2013
This film is a nod to all the old time serials and it put us face to face with one of the greatest cinematic heroes of all time . Raiders is wonderful because it is a pure and simple adventure with wonderful characters, a great score, and intriguing scenes.
This truly is one of the best action films of all time. Introducing a great hero in Indiana Jones this movie is a blast every minute. With his whip, pistol, and iconic fedora, Indy travels the world in order to track down the Ark of the Covenant.
However his arch rival Belloq is also searching for it backed by the Nazis. Indy's search kindles an old flame in Marion Ravenwood and reunites him with his friend Sallah. Jones has a knack for adventure and despite constant obstacles he is never truly beaten.
However Belloq does seem to have the last laugh by testing the uncovered Ark. Its power is so great though it destroys all who look at it. So Indy and Marion escape narrowly with their lives. With its great combination of George Lucas and Steven Speilberg along with a great score, this film is a lot of fun.
It is difficult not to like the adventures of this classic hero.
This review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) was written by Four Star F on 05 Feb 2013.
Raiders of the Lost Ark has generally received very positive reviews.
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