Hands down the best in the series. It’s the most personal journey and most important journey for indie. It’s where his arc of being a hero is truly completed. In temple he’s all about “fortune and glory” where as in raiders he’s more willing to do the right thing, as for this movie he lets go of the grail entirely for his father but also for the betterment of the world so it doesn’t fall into the hands of people like Donovan or Elsa. Edit: It’s also a hilarious movie. My favourite scene is when indie says to Donovan that “Brody's got friends in every town and village from here to the Sudan, he speaks a dozen languages, knows every local custom, he'll blend in, disappear, you'll never see him again” as if he’s some archeological genius only for the movie to cut to Brody in a crowded city, sticking out like a sore thumb, yelling in the most English accent ever “does anyone speak English here?!” Brilliant
You said in Raiders he’s all about doing the right thing, but in this one he’s willing to let the grail go for his father. Isn’t that also the “right thing”, he at least thought it was. Also in Temple of doom, he frees and entire population of people. I don’t think he just did that for fortune and glory.
This is truly the only Indiana Jones movie where Indy goes through a character arc. He goes from atheist and unbeliever to taking a true leap of faith and believing in the supernatural. Powerful stuff that not even Raiders gives us
Thanks for checking out my video essay. I totally agree about how Indy has the most character development in this movie, compared with the other entries in the franchise. This movie is all the better for it, in my opinion.
Not true. Indiana Jones goes through a character arc in temple of doom. At the beginning he only cares about fortune and glory. He wants to take the magical stones for money. But then he becomes involved with the child slaves and wants to save them. It’s an underrated movie. Indiana Jones actually has an arc in every movie, it’s subtle but it’s there. And he learns something new. So yes indiana Jones does have character development it’s just very subtle.
I don’t know about that. Have you seen “Raiders”? He does the same in Raiders too, it’s just more subtle and not as in your face. At the beginning he calls it hocus pocus and at the end well….we know how it all ends. Also Watch the map room scene in Raiders. He definitely believes, even before the climax of the film.
This is my favourite of the movies for a number of reasons: 1) This was the very first Indy movie I ever watched 2) It has more character than the other movies 3) The dynamic between him and his dad. They played off each other so well and it’s a joy to watch
Yes absolutely! I have always stated this is the best Indy film! Incredible film, one of the best films ever, it has a much better emotional through-line and better action than the original. Good choice @Hollywood Town
I’m 14 and this movie is just perfection, the plot, the character development, the slight comedy between Indy and his dad, the over all villains, the extra edition of Markus and sallah, the over all music, don’t get me started with the scenes it’s all perfection hands down.
I concur this is my favourite of the entire franchise. The father & Son dynamic between Ford and Connery is pitch perfect and so on point. This is the entry that blends a high dosage of humour and action. This is definitely my Number 1 Indiana Jones movie 🍿 above both Raiders of the lost Ark and Temple of Doom. It has an incredibly satisfying closing ending that for a long while was a great closer when the series was still a trilogy.
Absolutely not, it's one of the worst movies I've ever seen, I am going to come right out and say I would rather watch Batman and Robin or Crystal Skull over Last Crusade.
My favourite Indy movie is Raiders of the lost ark. 2nd favourite is the Last Crusade. Raiders gave us indiana Jones in the 1st place as a character and since then Indiana Jones is now iconic. Hat, whip, gun, leather jacket, crumpled shirt, baggy trousers in fact those who like to cosplay the items are an important part of looking the part of there hero. Not forgetting the theme music composed by John Williams.
Definitely my favorite of the series. Your review helped me explore why. I agree it’s the most emotional. The father-son dynamic and the character-driven aspect is what puts in over the top. And apart from the last shot, that tank action sequence looks amazing, and is probably my favorite in the series. There seems to be a thematic subversion also. In the lecture towards the beginning of the film, Indy shares a list of premises, among which is that “x never, ever marks the spot”, which is of course violated minutes later in the Venician library. That said, I’ve always viewed it as a nod to true archeology, a tacit acknowledgment that the film really has nothing to do with real archeology; this is really just a fun action movie. The Elsa character is probably the weakest part. She’s likely my least favorite of all the women in the movies. It’s not just the acting; I think it’s acted fairly well. But the character writing leaves something to be desired.
Thanks for checking out my video essay. I'm glad my video gave some insight into your love for this great Indy movie. Absouletly, the tank action scene is the standout of the series, great cinematography and stunt work are on-display in this scene.
My favorite is TOTD for personal reason but all that aside I still would consider TLC to not only be the best Indy movie but a straight up masterpiece in its own right.
I think its a really good movie, but I prefer Temple of Doom b/c of its high energy, creativity, and story. However, Last Crusade is funniest and has the best character work in the series. Also, Sean Conney is just perfect in this movie.
Thanks for checking out my video essay. Fair enough, I know Temple has it's legion of fans and while I love that movie, for me, it lacks the emotional depth that this movie has.
Well presented argument! I still prefer Raiders but this film does have more of a character arc. The score, however, is nowhere near as iconic as Raiders (which you kind of proved by using the Raiders score here).
Thanks for checking out my video essay. I think nostalgia and personal preference plays a big part of which Indy movie is your favourite. Nonetheless, I can't argue against Raiders being your favourite in the series, one of the greatest action-adventure flicks of all-time.
Thanks for checking out my video essay. Interesting order you have for the Indy series. For me, my order would be The Last Crusade, Raiders, Temple and then Crystal Skull. Always fun to find out fans order for this iconic franchise.
This movie is the weakest of the original trilogy. I'm a huge Indiana Jones fan, but this movie is a copy of Raiders, and lacks originality. I still like it, and it's slightly better than KOTCS, which I like as well.
I just watched it for the first time since I was a kid, and unfortunately, it was not as good as I remembered. It's way too goofy and slapstick to the point where it doesn't take itself seriously enough. Donovan is a boring villain, the Nazi threat feels like a retread of Raiders, and Salah is thrown in for no good reason and serves absolutely no point in the narrative. 6/10
Hands down the best in the series. It’s the most personal journey and most important journey for indie. It’s where his arc of being a hero is truly completed. In temple he’s all about “fortune and glory” where as in raiders he’s more willing to do the right thing, as for this movie he lets go of the grail entirely for his father but also for the betterment of the world so it doesn’t fall into the hands of people like Donovan or Elsa.
Edit: It’s also a hilarious movie. My favourite scene is when indie says to Donovan that “Brody's got friends in every town and village from here to the Sudan, he speaks a dozen languages, knows every local custom, he'll blend in, disappear, you'll never see him again” as if he’s some archeological genius only for the movie to cut to Brody in a crowded city, sticking out like a sore thumb, yelling in the most English accent ever “does anyone speak English here?!” Brilliant
aw man you missed one of the best parts. Brody doesn’t just ask if anyone speaks English, he also asks if anyone speaks ancient Greek as well!
You said in Raiders he’s all about doing the right thing, but in this one he’s willing to let the grail go for his father. Isn’t that also the “right thing”, he at least thought it was. Also in Temple of doom, he frees and entire population of people. I don’t think he just did that for fortune and glory.
This is truly the only Indiana Jones movie where Indy goes through a character arc. He goes from atheist and unbeliever to taking a true leap of faith and believing in the supernatural. Powerful stuff that not even Raiders gives us
Thanks for checking out my video essay. I totally agree about how Indy has the most character development in this movie, compared with the other entries in the franchise. This movie is all the better for it, in my opinion.
He goes from greedy grave robber, to giving the stone to the village in TOD. He has a character arc in that film.
Not true. Indiana Jones goes through a character arc in temple of doom. At the beginning he only cares about fortune and glory. He wants to take the magical stones for money. But then he becomes involved with the child slaves and wants to save them. It’s an underrated movie.
Indiana Jones actually has an arc in every movie, it’s subtle but it’s there. And he learns something new. So yes indiana Jones does have character development it’s just very subtle.
Isn't Indy looking away at the end of Raiders after saying he doesn't believe in that mumbo jumbo at the beginning, an arc too?
I don’t know about that. Have you seen “Raiders”? He does the same in Raiders too, it’s just more subtle and not as in your face. At the beginning he calls it hocus pocus and at the end well….we know how it all ends. Also Watch the map room scene in Raiders. He definitely believes, even before the climax of the film.
This is my favourite of the movies for a number of reasons:
1) This was the very first Indy movie I ever watched
2) It has more character than the other movies
3) The dynamic between him and his dad. They played off each other so well and it’s a joy to watch
Growing up, I always loved Last Crusade because of the interplay between Indy and Henry Sr. But Raiders is still a masterpiece and the best one to me.
For sure it's more fun
Yes absolutely! I have always stated this is the best Indy film! Incredible film, one of the best films ever, it has a much better emotional through-line and better action than the original. Good choice @Hollywood Town
Thanks for checking out my video essay. For sure, the emotion and action are on point in this movie.
I’m 14 and this movie is just perfection, the plot, the character development, the slight comedy between Indy and his dad, the over all villains, the extra edition of Markus and sallah, the over all music, don’t get me started with the scenes it’s all perfection hands down.
I concur this is my favourite of the entire franchise. The father & Son dynamic between Ford and Connery is pitch perfect and so on point. This is the entry that blends a high dosage of humour and action. This is definitely my Number 1 Indiana Jones movie 🍿 above both Raiders of the lost Ark and Temple of Doom. It has an incredibly satisfying closing ending that for a long while was a great closer when the series was still a trilogy.
You have chosen wisely
Thanks for checking out my video essay. Do you agree that the Last Crusade is the greatest Indiana Jones movie?
Absolutely not, it's one of the worst movies I've ever seen, I am going to come right out and say I would rather watch Batman and Robin or Crystal Skull over Last Crusade.
@Special K Thanks for checking out my video essay.
Yes
I’ve always had a soft spot for the Temple of doom
Last Crusade is my favorite Indiana Jones movie of all time😊
My favourite Indy movie is Raiders of the lost ark. 2nd favourite is the Last Crusade. Raiders gave us indiana Jones in the 1st place as a character and since then Indiana Jones is now iconic. Hat, whip, gun, leather jacket, crumpled shirt, baggy trousers in fact those who like to cosplay the items are an important part of looking the part of there hero. Not forgetting the theme music composed by John Williams.
Definitely my favorite of the series. Your review helped me explore why. I agree it’s the most emotional. The father-son dynamic and the character-driven aspect is what puts in over the top.
And apart from the last shot, that tank action sequence looks amazing, and is probably my favorite in the series.
There seems to be a thematic subversion also. In the lecture towards the beginning of the film, Indy shares a list of premises, among which is that “x never, ever marks the spot”, which is of course violated minutes later in the Venician library. That said, I’ve always viewed it as a nod to true archeology, a tacit acknowledgment that the film really has nothing to do with real archeology; this is really just a fun action movie.
The Elsa character is probably the weakest part. She’s likely my least favorite of all the women in the movies. It’s not just the acting; I think it’s acted fairly well. But the character writing leaves something to be desired.
Thanks for checking out my video essay. I'm glad my video gave some insight into your love for this great Indy movie. Absouletly, the tank action scene is the standout of the series, great cinematography and stunt work are on-display in this scene.
My favorite is Temple of Doom. It's perfect pulp action. Indiana jones grabbing the hook and swinging into the minecart is everything indy is made of!
Great review. Thank you so much for sharing.
Just watched this & it was a joy, i didn't want it to end
This is my favorite pleasure watch movie along with Goodfellas
My favorite is TOTD for personal reason but all that aside I still would consider TLC to not only be the best Indy movie but a straight up masterpiece in its own right.
This and Temple of Doom.
I think its a really good movie, but I prefer Temple of Doom b/c of its high energy, creativity, and story. However, Last Crusade is funniest and has the best character work in the series. Also, Sean Conney is just perfect in this movie.
Thanks for checking out my video essay. Fair enough, I know Temple has it's legion of fans and while I love that movie, for me, it lacks the emotional depth that this movie has.
Crusade maybe the best Indy movie, but Raiders is the best all around movie.
Omg im not a psychopath and im not crazy that i love this movie 😭
Its also not even close that this is the best
Thanks for checking out my video essay. You're definitely not, it is a great movie haha.
The Last Crusade
Raiders of the Lost Ark (close 2nd)
Temple of Doom
Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
Truly the Best Indiana Jones movie 😍!!🤩
Well presented argument! I still prefer Raiders but this film does have more of a character arc. The score, however, is nowhere near as iconic as Raiders (which you kind of proved by using the Raiders score here).
Thanks for checking out my video essay. I think nostalgia and personal preference plays a big part of which Indy movie is your favourite. Nonetheless, I can't argue against Raiders being your favourite in the series, one of the greatest action-adventure flicks of all-time.
Temple of Doom is the best followed by Raiders then Last Crusade then Crystal Skull
Thanks for checking out my video essay. Interesting order you have for the Indy series. For me, my order would be The Last Crusade, Raiders, Temple and then Crystal Skull. Always fun to find out fans order for this iconic franchise.
Agreed 100%
Make Indiana Jones and Star Wars Great Again!!! 💯🤍🤍🤍
This movie is the weakest of the original trilogy. I'm a huge Indiana Jones fan, but this movie is a copy of Raiders, and lacks originality. I still like it, and it's slightly better than KOTCS, which I like as well.
No it isn't. What a fucking pathetic take. 😅
3, 1, 2. Sorry bro😅
I just watched it for the first time since I was a kid, and unfortunately, it was not as good as I remembered. It's way too goofy and slapstick to the point where it doesn't take itself seriously enough. Donovan is a boring villain, the Nazi threat feels like a retread of Raiders, and Salah is thrown in for no good reason and serves absolutely no point in the narrative. 6/10
This is definitely the best Indiana Jones movie, and one of my favorite movies of all time.
Younger me thought this was the worst one but I now realize the last crusade is the most well rounded of the series and is top tier with Raiders
"Opinion"?!?! No! FACT!! Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade IS the best in the series!!!
The greatest movie of all time. Indiana Jones Raider of the Lost Ark is a close 3rd best oat
Ummmm, no, you are so so wrong. Last Crusade is even worse than Crystal Skulls.
Haha, we'll agree to disagree.
It's too much masculinity for kids these days...