Review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) by John M — 20 Apr 2018

One of my favourite movies! Definitely Harrison Ford's best. Much better than Star Wars.

This review of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) was written by John M on 20 Apr 2018.

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

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