I recently acquired the original 1984 TEMPLE OF DOOM lunchbox in outstanding condition, and yes, it belongs in a museum. I'll spare you the details on what it took to track this gem down. The whispered rumors and legends that sent me to boobytrapped locations around the world, chasing clue after clue. But here it … Continue reading INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM Lunchbox (1984)
RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK opened June 12, 1981, introducing the world to Indiana Jones. Lucasfilm reached out to Marvel for a comic adaptation, and they got the job done in three issues. The dates on the issues are September, October, and November, but back then Marvel released comics three months prior to the month … Continue reading Indiana Jones Marvel Comics (1981-89)
I found these at Barnes & Noble and had to pick them up. I love the vintage art on the packaging. Each comes with a poster. On back we see the "MacGuffin" from each film. Love the choices for the interior pictures! The set also makes for a great backdrop for vintage Indy figures on … Continue reading Indiana Jones 4K Steelbooks
#2 on the list? STAR WARS (1977). I first remember becoming aware of STAR WARS by looking through a book my older brother had. I didn't know how to read at the time, but there were a ton of cool pictures that I spent a lot of time looking at. Anything that had robots and … Continue reading Ranking the Star Wars and Indiana Jones Movies #2
Whew! We made it to my top 3. But really, for all practical purposes, I think of the original SW trilogy and RAIDERS as a 4-way tie for first place, so I'm splitting hairs here. And I'm giving 3rd place to RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (1981). I only saw this once in the theater, … Continue reading Ranking the Star Wars and Indiana Jones Movies #3
There are only four movies left to add to this list - RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK and the original STAR WARS trilogy. These aren't just my four favorite SW/IJ movies. These are my four favorite movies period. The thought of not putting any of them in the #1 spot is painful. So here we … Continue reading Ranking the Star Wars and Indiana Jones Movies #4
#5 on the list is INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE (1989). Only saw this once in the theater, but wow, what an amazing experience! Packed with so much first-rate action and humor! First of all, Sean Connery as Dr. Henry Jones is without a doubt the best supporting character in an IJ film. His … Continue reading Ranking the Star Wars and Indiana Jones Movies #5
My choice for #6 on the SW/Indy list is: THE FORCE AWAKENS (2015). I saw it five times in the theater, and there is no other SW movie, outside of the original trilogy, that catches lightning in a bottle with the characters like this one does. The interaction between Poe and Finn, and then … Continue reading Ranking the Star Wars and Indiana Jones Movies #6
Good morning, and welcome back! Today I'm adding #7 to my list that ranks the Star Wars and Indiana Jones movies. INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM (1984) Sadly, I never saw this in the theater. I'm not sure if my parents had caught wind of the ripping-out-the-heart scene and decided to pass on … Continue reading Ranking the Star Wars and Indiana Jones Movies #7
My choice for #8 on the SW/Indy list is: REVENGE OF THE SITH (2005). I saw this five times in the theater, and I know many fans are not crazy about the prequels, but I have to say that I enjoy this movie a lot. The first 23 minutes is an outstanding dose of SW … Continue reading Ranking the Star Wars and Indiana Jones Movies #8
