The best film of Indiana Jones series.
Raiders of Lost Ark was an introduction and Temple of Doom was meh.
But this is a masterpiece. Perhaps the main factor that contributes to this movie is the infinitesimally charismatic Sean Connery and his interaction with Ford on screen.
Connery, the original Bond, was equally good in comic roles too, which was a pleasant surprise.
Spielberg went full on Spielberging throughout the film - spectacular visuals, a bit of VFX, fantastic practical effects, continuous shots and flawless story telling- 10/10 in film making.
Honestly it is surprising how amazing the action scenes were choreographed 40yrs back with little CGI and gave us gush of adrenaline throughout. Film making went down the drain with CGI vomits which neither looks good nor makes it interesting.
Even the sequel Kingdom Of Crystal Skull from same team was pathetic. One of the worst movies ever made. I refuse to believe that was a work of Spielberg.
I regret not watching this for so long, and I'm eternally grateful for giving the movie lovers this gem which continues to awe us even after decades and inspiring films like National Treasure.
RIP Sir Sean Connery. One of my favourite actors in World Cinema.
Hunt for Red October, The Rock, and Last Crusade will remain my favourites.
Hoping Spielberg returns with such films again.
- a movie lover.