Review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) by Russell G — 30 Jul 2014
I remember seeing this and instantly for the first time when I was a kid. It has a real energy that captured my imagination and hooked me from the beginning. As I get older, it impresses me how much I still love this trilogy, particularly the first and third movies.
It is a thrilling adventure filled with great chases, fright scenes, and daring escapes. This movie has an easygoing humorous tone and a touch of imaginative fantasy, which make it completely fun at the same time.
Thankfully, it is never so farfetched as to cheapen the action. Indiana Jones is a great hero character. He is rough around the edges and has the tendency to get in over his head, but he is resourceful, persistent, and fearless, so long as there are no snakes involved.
Harrison Ford brings his sarcasm and smirks that suggest he is constantly getting away with something, and it is just perfect for the role. Several colorful companions, enemies, and side characters add a great deal, as well.
The always-adorable Karen Allen is an especially wonderful compliment to Ford. John Williams delivers one of the greatest movie scores ever. His music truly elevates the experience by making everything feel more lively, vibrant, and epic.
The brilliant minds of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg nailed everything so perfectly. It is a great movie, and it ranks up there as one of the best and most fun action movies of all time.
This review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) was written by Russell G on 30 Jul 2014.
Raiders of the Lost Ark has generally received very positive reviews.
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