Review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) by Alejandro E — 08 Aug 2015

Harrison Ford in his zenith;in the role of photogenic,snake-hater archeologist.Lots of dynamic action and an unforgettable.

This review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) was written by Alejandro E on 08 Aug 2015.

Raiders of the Lost Ark has generally received very positive reviews.

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