Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

About Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade:

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is the third installment in the popular Indiana Jones franchise. Directed by Steven Spielberg and released in 1989, it sees our intrepid archaeologist on a quest to find his father who has vanished while seeking the Holy Grail. Along the way, he uncovers a sinister Nazi plot to use the Holy Grail's power for world domination.

Making / Production:

Once again teaming up with George Lucas, Steven Spielberg helmed the project after the mixed reviews of the previous installment, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. Filming for the Last Crusade took place in various locations worldwide, including Italy, Spain, West Germany, Jordan, the UK, and the USA.

Actors:

• Harrison Ford - Reprising his role as Indiana Jones, Ford brings the same charm and charisma that has defined the character. His performance once again centers on a fast-thinking and action-oriented archaeologist.
• Sean Connery - Playing Henry Jones Sr., Indiana's father, Connery provides both moments of humor and depth as a father struggling to reconnect with his son while chasing his lifelong obsession.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was the first—and so far, the only—film in the series where Indiana Jones and his father Henry Jones Sr. appear together.
• The film's title was George Lucas’s idea. He wanted to incorporate the word "crusade" into the title due to the film's Holy Grail storyline.

Awards:

The film was nominated for three Academy Awards and won one for Best Sound Effects Editing.

Quotes:

• "We named the *dog* Indiana." - Henry Jones Sr.
• "I've got a lot of fond memories of that dog." - Indiana Jones

Music, Soundtrack:

• Renowned composer John Williams returned to score Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade which continued the franchise's tradition of memorable musical themes.
• The film includes such notable tracks as "The Last Crusade" and "Finale/End Credits," both featuring the iconic Raiders' March.