Review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) by Charles P — 21 May 2013

Harrison Ford creates yet another oustanding figure for people of all ages to look up to. A+.

This review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) was written by Charles P on 21 May 2013.

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

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