Review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) by Tristan D — 04 Aug 2013

Being one of the first true adventure films to come out in years, Raiders of the Lost Ark is able to not only redefine the action genre as a whole, but be so well made that no film since it's release has been able to top it. When they stated on the poster that this movie was the return of the great adventure, they weren't kidding. What a lot of people aren't aware of is that Steven Spielberg and George Lucas created the Indiana Jones movies as a tribute to the classic adventure films and old film serials that came out during the Great Depression and World War II. Such films that were payed tribute to (or ripped off) were "Secret of the Incas", "The Treasure of Sierra Madre", "China", and "Gunga Din". In that regard, it not only does that job, but delivers a timeless movie. I could pop this movie in any day and enjoy it. It never gets old. These movies are about treasure hunting, exotic locations, and great action set pieces. Everything flows perfectly from scene to scene. There's just a perfect balance of drama, humor, action, and romance. It works on every level-.

If you're able to let back and not be critical, this is a great experience that will take you back to the past. It's well worth your time and once you see it, you won't get enough of it.

PS: Check out those other classic movies. They're fun to watch too.