The one that started it all, Raiders of the Lost Ark is one of the greatest films ever made, and a solid definition on how to make action the best it can be while at the same time balancing it with characters and story.
And to emphasize on "action", this film delivers. Nail-biting sequences that are always going to be exciting, no matter how many times you see them. In terms of story, it's full of twists and turns, and perfectly paced, and the characters are full of life and are fleshed out perfectly.
I'll say it again, one of the greatest films ever made and a must watch for Spielberg fans and film enthusiasts alike.
