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@meagain4501

3 жыл бұрын

This movie and that movie WERE expected to... Not "this movie and that movie WAS expected to" You sound like a dumb dumb when you can't use English correctly!

@meagain4501

3 жыл бұрын

There ARE lots of things.... Not "there IS lots of things". Ffs yanks... Go back to school

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

@@meagain4501 Perhaps you’d like to proof my scripts before I record?

@koobs4549

3 жыл бұрын

I saw Temple 1st, then Last Crusade, then Raiders, I think it helped me have a more balanced view of the series because I wasn’t viewing them in context of when they came out. It’s because of this that I always really enjoyed Temple & never understood why everyone else disliked it.

@wonderfulwookiee6443

3 жыл бұрын

I love Temple of Doom, but Raiders is my favorite.

I love how Jones says to Marcus in Raiders “I don’t believe in magic, a lot of superstitious hocus pocus” yet a year ago you almost had your heart ripped out by black magic haha

@thatcreepyberdinthecorner1097

2 жыл бұрын

He probably wasn’t being entirely honest because who would believe that if they haven’t seen it. And he didn’t believe in Jewish religion till the end. If I saw a cult that had a real evil god behind it, wouldn’t make me believe in every other religion.

@fatherlucid4995

2 жыл бұрын

@@thatcreepyberdinthecorner1097 Good point and by the end of Doom he even says the stone would just be another rock collecting dust since they lost the other ones that glow when joined together. No one would believe its power anyway. So he probably could've put it out of his mind and let his story remain a secret since in his mind it was one rare isolated experience that would never happen again.. until he found the ark and grail haha.

@andrewbondurant8513

2 жыл бұрын

@@fatherlucid4995 kinda weird how the had Christianity and that in the same series and also aliens

@pottedplantentertainment2020

2 жыл бұрын

Plot hole lol

@RoverIAC

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewbondurant8513 Christianity and aliens aren't as incompatible as you might think.

I find Indy at his most heroic in this film. When he has the village's sacred stone and the two others (presumably to sell to a museum), he doesn't leave...because he hears a child screaming. He goes into the tunnels with no plan and is captured, but eventually rescues the children and returns them to their village safely, and for no reward. He doesn't even care that he doesn't have the other stones; the children are home and the village is alive again.

@JDdr86

9 ай бұрын

Yeah, but I found him to be much more heroic in Cristal Skull and Dial of Destiny, because finally, saving people and saving the world (not just his loved ones like in Last Crusade...) are his top priorities from the get go. And Helena Shaw goes through the arc he had in Temple. Am I the only one who felt a lot of compassion for her in the "Basil Going Mad in front of his frightened 12 year old daughter" flashback?.

While I do prefer 'Raiders' and 'Last Crusade', 'Temple of Doom' features perhaps my favourite Indy moment of them all: the rescuing of the slave children. Seeing the camera focusing on Indy's silhouette, then zooming unto his face, full of rage and hatred, followed by him punching out the guard, is such an epic moment. One of the most heroic moments in cinema, in my book.

@IsraelNowIsraelForever

11 ай бұрын

The music written by John Williams helps tremendously.

@kjetilhansen5363

11 ай бұрын

@@IsraelNowIsraelForever Certainly! The man's a genius. Best movie composer of all time, in my book, alongside Ennio Morricone.

@seasnake333

11 ай бұрын

That is a such a moment, and it's set up wonderfully by the line before "all of us." Framed perfectly, scored perfectly, just a great moment in film.

@AustinGMRS

10 ай бұрын

For me is “Mola Ram, prepare to meet Kali! IN HELL!” Making those face is just unstoppable laugh

@JDdr86

9 ай бұрын

I love that scene. I know it's a white saviour narrative, but I think it's just so damn epic that it would be mean to not forgive thay for the epicity that we got from it.

Short Round's theme is easily one of my favorite John Williams piece. It just makes me feel like the whole world is ahead of me.

@justin4575

Жыл бұрын

he has a theme?

@markblum5059

Жыл бұрын

@@justin4575 😄

@nahor88

Жыл бұрын

@@justin4575 Yes, its very stereotypically "Chinese sounding".

@jasonleetaiwan

11 ай бұрын

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The opening scene of "Temple of Doom" is one of my favorites in all of cinema

@MsArtemis64

Жыл бұрын

I remember having a moment of panic that I was in the wrong theater~haha. It was so unexpected and great.

@tylerrumfelt3353

Жыл бұрын

I mean I would agree but anything goes.

@gkroll8467

Жыл бұрын

Fag

@chiefscheider

Жыл бұрын

I used to love it but now when I watch it everything looks way too choreographed -- and I don't just mean the opening song & dance number 😁

@gkroll8467

Жыл бұрын

@@chiefscheider speiljew wanted to direct a musical Lucas indulged him film still blows annoying bitch and pain in the ass kid very anti woman cause Lucas and commie boy were both screwed by bitches at the time

I was born in May 1974. I saw Temple of Doom in theaters in June 1984. I was a 10 year old boy watching the most amazing (and really scary) adventure film ever made. It is not only my favorite Indiana Jones movie... It is my favorite movie of all time. Great job on the video! :)

@dennismoore2752

Жыл бұрын

Sorry, you are a "special" kid.

@MiguelRodriguez-dk2ds

Жыл бұрын

@@dennismoore2752 *Jamie Evans Books* was born during Godfather 2,lucky.

@CorbCorbin

Жыл бұрын

I was 7, and it was so awesome. My friends didn’t believe me, when I told them about hearts ripped out, mine rides and the dinner with monkey brains, baby snakes and huge beetle appetizers. 🤣

@hommedetowne4253

Жыл бұрын

Me too. It changed my childhood. I still remember sitting in the theatre seat !

@ianfisch7289

Жыл бұрын

The only people who like this movie were those who saw it as children.

The silhouette scene after Indy decides everyone is getting out…👌🏼prime visual storytelling and characterization.

@wesslesyt3304

Жыл бұрын

i get chills every time

@IsaiahS29

Жыл бұрын

Most epic scene in the series to me 👌

I knew I wasn't the only one whose favorite Indy adventure was Temple of Doom.

@lazzy2012

3 жыл бұрын

Ya mate, something about ToD.. maybe it’s darkness, but it was such a cool movie

@blairbuskirk5460

3 жыл бұрын

I like it best myself as well.

@RoverIAC

2 жыл бұрын

It's been my favorite since 1984

@drlee2

2 жыл бұрын

It's always been my favorite, too. I never got why so many people hated it and said it was the worst.

@jofez27

2 жыл бұрын

My life time favorite movie! Really, been loving and watching it over and over again for more than 30 years!

Temple of Doom is in my Top 5 Spielberg movies. I've been saying for years that it's the best movie of the franchise. It has the best flow, pace, and heart. The story is dark and scary, but still has a lot of humor. It's one of Harrison Ford's best performances period, not just in an Indy movie. Short Round is great. And contrary to popular opinion, Kate Capshaw is a scene-stealer as Willie, annoying in the best possible way because she's hilarious.

@dennismoore2752

Жыл бұрын

That is sad.

@dalemccarthy

Жыл бұрын

I fully agree, I love it all! Such a wild ride, and I so enjoy the energy Kate Capshaw brings to the character of Willie - she is perfect as the fish out of water, in Indy's world!

@juanausensi499

Жыл бұрын

I agree! ToD is my favourite, and LC is a close second.

@justinratcliffe947

Жыл бұрын

@@dennismoore2752 shut up

One time I was in india, I was on a tour with some young western backpackers. We were being served lunch. Many of them, being young and naive, were nervous about what we were about to be served. So I had much fun by saying it would be “snake surprise” and “monkey brains”. Though the reference flew over most heads, I relished the moment.

@CodeNameCheese_

2 жыл бұрын

Legend right here

@nicholaspilkiewicz9871

2 жыл бұрын

Lol good one.

@pieterboelen2862

Жыл бұрын

You 'asshat' (read: heroic jokester), you! 😂😂 That scene in ToD, I just can - not - take - seriously. It is SOOO epically FUNNY!! How DID they chill those monkey brains anyway? Also, that Thuggee guy seems SOOO genuinely excited for it. It's truly a delicacy to him. I love seeing his happiness.😜

@GuinessOriginal

Жыл бұрын

I bet the locals loved you

@pCeLobster

Жыл бұрын

Indian food was a pleasant surprise after growing up with temple of doom lol. Probably the most delicious food in the world tbh.

Man, I have spent years defending this film and you just gave me a whole new set of arguments. :D All hail Temple of Doom's dark and adventurous insanity!

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Hell yes! That's what I love to hear haha

@dennismoore2752

Жыл бұрын

Too bad is was all wrong.

@joeman99983

Жыл бұрын

@@dennismoore2752 Bruh, grow up

@davidsaul2707

Жыл бұрын

@@dennismoore2752 Get a life incel.

@nahor88

Жыл бұрын

@@FilmSpeak I liked that you pointed out the "satirical" nature of it. I remember as an Indian-American child how much this movie bothered my family. Kids at school would ask if we eat snakes and monkey brains. Really made me wish they'd left in that line about Hindus not eating meat, which isn't technically accurate either. BEEF is forbidden, other meat CAN be forbidden depending on the sect you follow.

Because it's the most action packed, ballsy, edgy, adventurous and violent entry. Did I mention John Williams' best work? Temple of Doom is the greatest Jones by far.

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

YES! 🙌🏻 Preach it haha. 100% agree on Williams score too

@gustavogirotto

3 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, the score is F* AMAZING!

@arthurgodwin6571

3 жыл бұрын

I don't know about most action packed compared to Raiders and Last Crusade. It's more of opening action scenes and climax action scenes, with an extended period of travel and mystery unraveling in between.

@pieterboelen2862

Жыл бұрын

Williams worked bloody wonders. That Parade of the Slave Children is REALLY something else. There's such trememdous righteous *power* to it!

@dennismoore2752

Жыл бұрын

Holy ship you are wrong.

It was a smart move to set Temple before Raiders, so that you're not technically following up on such a massive hit story-wise. And the way Indy is portrayed in Temple really helps explain and even improve audience appreciation for how Indy behaves in Raiders. Pretty genius!

@mikewilson714

Жыл бұрын

Except it makes the gag with the gun (shooting the swordsman in black) go out of sync. In Temple of Doom, when Indy reaches for his gun but it's not there, we know what's on his mind because we saw the similar (and more successful) move in Raiders

@CorbCorbin

Жыл бұрын

@@mikewilson714 So, it’s a call back within a prequel, just as Lucas would do over and over in the Star Wars ones.

@mikewilson714

Жыл бұрын

@@CorbCorbin sounds about right, but I haven't seen all the SW prequels/sequels

@imlegos2153

Жыл бұрын

@@mikewilson714 Alright, the sequels I think we can all forgive you for. But the prequels? They may have terrible dialogue but just about everything else is fantastic, Especially in RotS

@juanausensi499

Жыл бұрын

@@mikewilson714 The comical timing is for the benefit of the viewer, not the character. The important part is that WE get the joke, not Indy. From Indy's point of view, he just reached for his gun and it wasn't there, and that's a bummer in that kind of situations, no matter if that's the first time or not.

Temple of Doom and BATMAN returns share similarities duo to it's darkness and putting studio exces off but hugely underated

@thrashpuppy2010

Жыл бұрын

Batman Returns is my favorite Christmas movie.

“You call him Dr. Jones, doll”

@chiefscheider

Жыл бұрын

"What are you, like 80?" -- Mutt Williams

This movie has the most heart to me, Indy has a clear character arc going from a skeptic and a tomb raider, to a believer and the true archeologist we know him as now.

It makes sense! In Raiders Belloq challenges Indy by sayng: "you and I aren't that different." And well yes, Indy USED to be like Belloq. Temple shows that, being it a prequel to Raiders! At the beginning of Temple Indy is indeed like Belloq, but after the ordeals of Temple he has become a more humble man and this carries on in Raiders. It might be the reason he didn't look at the Arc during it's opening, because he has been taught to respect the objects and idols he comes across and NEVER temper with them! I'd say he has completed his arc completely in Crusade, which elaborates even more on this aspect. It is the very reason Indy was able to pass the 1st test, the Breath of God. (the penitent man will pass, the penitent man is humble). Aside from the weird fact that all religions in the Indyverse are apparently correct :0 Indy went from a gold hungry adventurer to a respectfull man who has found a new admiration for his job.

@dennismoore2752

Жыл бұрын

Strange, how NOBODY wrote about this trash-movie in the last 20 YEARS

@macree01

Жыл бұрын

Only the penititent man will pass ...

@DankPope

Жыл бұрын

@@dennismoore2752 trash? Do you happen to be Indian and triggered

Greatest line of all of Indy’s dialogue was when once out of danger Willie said, “Indy let’s get out of here!” And Indy says, “Right…ALL of us!” To me seeing this in the theatre as a 12 year old knowing he wasn’t leaving without the kids made him a superhero in my eyes!

@beepboop4833

Жыл бұрын

That moment with the soundtrack is so good!

TOD was my fav Indiana Jones film. I feel like the ending is by far the most heartfelt of all the films.

There was a time when I didn't know this was supposed to be the worst of the series. I always liked it best. Rough & tumble action adventure, exotic locales, evil cults, magic stones, fun sidekick. It's great.

Thank you for this video essay. "Temple" is my favorite Indy movie by far, it's just relentlessly fun. Your discussion of Indy's character evolution during this movie and how it connects to the other two movies is very convincing. I also think that his relationships with Shorty and Willie are at the core of why this movie works perfectly.

I bet "Bond sucks, I've got something way better, and there's no such thing as Jar Jar binks yet" is exactly what George Lucas said lol

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Right?? Do people don’t know that exact statement is fact??? Haha

Now I have the urge to rewatch all 3 Indy movies

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

My work here is done 😎

@kennethzefanya742

3 жыл бұрын

There's four right? Raiders of the lost ark Temple of doom The last crusade Kingdom of the crystal skull

@maldon3659

3 жыл бұрын

@@kennethzefanya742 kingdom of the Crystal Skull does not exist

@averagechadlegionary5824

3 жыл бұрын

@@kennethzefanya742 We don’t speak about that one..

@JohnDoe-bz4yl

Жыл бұрын

@@maldon3659 Kingdom of the crystal skull is like that redheaded royal who just wrote a book! Nobody is interested

Although I love the three movies equally nowadays, ToD was definitely my favorite one as a kid (and Raiders was my least favorite--go figure). I didn't even think about it being "dark", I only noticed how fast-paced and entertaining it was. It also probably helped that there was a kid sidekick to root for. I'm not sure that I ever realized Indy's character arc that you described here, but that makes it even better.

@restlessbohemian26

Жыл бұрын

You don't think the third movie is paint by numbers dud? I think the drop off in quality is so sharp, I've only seen the film in it's entirety twice where I've seen the first two over and over.

@abstractdaddy1384

Жыл бұрын

I keep hearing ToD had a fast pace but I think it actually has a slower pace than Raiders and Crusade. The opening action scene ending with the trio floating down the river ends at minute 19. The next "action" event is the fight with the guard at the palace and that doesn't happen until minute 50. That's a solid 30 minutes of mostly just talking (village, jungle, palace, dinner, will they/won't they sex scene). After that you also don't really get anything "fast paced" (bugs/trap room, watching the sacrifice, trio getting captured, Indy forced to drink blood, Willie prepped for sacrifice). The action doesn't start until Short Round wakes Indy up which is at 84 minutes in. I would actually argue the movie is quite slow for the hour between when they arrive in India to when Indy wakes up from the nightmare. Bear in mind, this is not a critique of ToD. It's actually my favorite of the trilogy, and it's partly BECAUSE of the slower pace.

@colin8802

Жыл бұрын

@@abstractdaddy1384 Fair enough. Maybe it's just that the last section of the movie leaves you with that impression because it's one action set piece after another.

@abstractdaddy1384

Жыл бұрын

@@colin8802 Maybe. All I know is Raiders and Crusade feel like one action set piece after another for the entire movie. It worked well for me when I was 10. I'm just not into it anymore.

The best Indiana Jones movie is right! Literally so underrated. Great video my dude

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Really appreciate it

@MiguelRodriguez-dk2ds

Жыл бұрын

@@FilmSpeak Temple Of Doom was the best because in general(except Cars 2)sequels are often the best in the Trilogy.

@dennismoore2752

Жыл бұрын

It totally is not.

@MiguelRodriguez-dk2ds

Жыл бұрын

@@dennismoore2752 No, the Second Installment in a Trilogy(or Franchise) is often the best,again except Cars 2.

One of the things that I love about Temple of Doom is the bridge scene. It shows Indy's ingenuity in the face of being effectively cornered and outnumbered. He never gives up and when his back is against the wall that's when he's most dangerous.

Temple of Doom is an awesome movie. I consider it on par with Raiders, though very different. Great video

Raiders is my fave with the witty, highly quotable dialogue and an excellent intro to our main charater, not to mention an awesome extended bar fight! That being said, Temple of Doom is my close second with its' very Bond-esque opening (right down to the tuxedo); it's also got the mining carts, the bridge scene and Mola Ram is an amazing villian!!! When the movie came out Temple of Doom had a really fun arcade game which ultized its' score big time, I played it all the time. People only started throwing unnecessary shade at Temple of Doom after Last Crusade came out, then that shade was lifted and redistributed (this time more accurately imo) to Crystal Skull.

Finally, someone else who thinks Temple of Doom is underrated.

This was so thorough. Thanks. Plan on watching this tonight. Watched Raiders last night and I haven’t seen Temple of Doom in years. I had no clue about the behind the scenes drama that prompted the flick, but it was fascinating. Great video.

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude! I really appreciate it. Yeah the BTS stuff I think really paints this film in a different light. Hope you enjoy it more on your rewatch

You completely nailed it. This made me love the movie even more than I already do

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much that means a lot! It’s one of those films that just gets better the more you dig into it.

@dennismoore2752

Жыл бұрын

And i ever wondered who watches minions...

I am so glad someone made a video about this film, and properly explains it’s greatness and difference. Was my favourite Indy film as a boy, you can tell I had a strange childhood when I liked a film with hearts being ripped out lol

@dennismoore2752

Жыл бұрын

Good going, but your memories don't make it better...

@ColoradoStreaming

Жыл бұрын

I also need to give a a shoutout for Dumb and Dumber making a reference with the Chef fight lol

@Garry_Combine

Жыл бұрын

@@dennismoore2752 poggers work, troll. Do you just like commenting to tell people they're not allowed opinions?

I’ve never had A favorite Indiana Jones movie. I love all 3 equally!

@rafaelc.c.

Жыл бұрын

Same, although I lean slightly more towards the third one. But I've never thought The Temple of Doom is that different of the rest at all.

@joshuanelsonanimations

Жыл бұрын

4*

@americantacos7618

Жыл бұрын

@@joshuanelsonanimations Don't say that to an Indiana Jones fan lmao.

@joshuanelsonanimations

Жыл бұрын

@@americantacos7618 I am an Indiana Jones fan. There's 4 movies, not including the Young Indiana Jones series. It's fine if you don't like a movie, but it still exists, and there are people like me who actually like it.

@americantacos7618

Жыл бұрын

@@joshuanelsonanimations Oh yeah I enjoyed it quite well as well, but you're avoiding a useless shitstorm when you don't correct people on their bs.

People have a problem with the movies getting darker and stranger For me it makes this movie and Batman returns so AWESOME temple of doom was so cool in every aspect and a worthy Indiana Jones chapter

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I’ve noticed with sequels that get darker and take more risks people tend to be offput by them because they go too far...for us it’s why we love em. It’s why they’re brilliant! Batman Returns is the best non Nolan Batman film by far.

@flashfire9825

3 жыл бұрын

@@FilmSpeak definitely, it just makes the movies so much better

@nicketheridge9431

3 жыл бұрын

@@FilmSpeak I'd say it was the best batman film ever but to each their own.

@Everik-ct6pg

3 жыл бұрын

The same thing happened with DooM 3. I personally think it's one of the best titles in the series, but people don't like it because it's darker, more horror themed and less like the originals, or even the “Reboot” titles.

I’ve been conflicted for a while because for some strange reason after all my Indiana Jones rewatches, Temple of Doom began to stand out as my favorite. And I could never quite understand why… until now. I think you perfectly encapsulated what made this film so special, really superb video. Thank you so much for this!

It’s the best because it’s the only one of the first three that doesn’t have the boringly unoriginal “evil nazis” as the villains. The bad guys were actually interesting and Satanic cults that kidnap children are actually a real threat that exists today which is another reason that makes it so good and bone chilling. There was some creativity and originality in this one as opposed to the boringly overdone nazis are bad theme.the Italian mob and German nazis are so repetitively used as villains in Hollywood movies it gets old. It will Be another million years before a movie like temple of doom comes out.

I’m just gonna say it....this is my favorite video you have ever made! Temple of Doom has always been my favorite, and feeling in the minority, it’s SO AWESOME to find others who love it so much!! This straight up made me love it even more!!! You NAILED IT GRIFF!!

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jaren really appreciate that. We are a rare breed us Temple of Doom lovers haha

Temple of Doom has always been my favourite Indy adventure too. Raiders and Crusade are undoubtedly great, but as you perfectly described, Temple has everything and is by faaaar, the most successful at recreating the serials that so heavily influenced Lucas. A perfect mix of fun, genuine threat and pure unadulterated adventure, (and the best Indy musical score too, IMO). It was also the last film I saw at the cinema with my mum, before I started going with friends!

Thank you for this, I remember watching it for the first time, the trilogy was on 3 Sunday's back to back, I was about 8. I loved each one but the scene in Temple, where the March of the slave children plays and Indiana is stood about to beat the shit out of the thuggee guards for hurting the child always stood out. It summaries the character in that one scene, about how he may chase after all these treasures but at the end of the day he values other people's lives over them showing his heart of gold in the end. Plus I love the chemistry between Willie and Indy, just hilarious to watch, in my opinion the best chemistry out of the 3 female leads in the trilogy. Nice vid my friend 👍

He's right, though. The creative choices Lucas made with this sequel to a franchise starter is what makes Temple of Doom so unique. I nearly applauded when Griffin compared this to something safe and marketable like The Force Awakens.

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Really appreciate that. Yeah absolutely. I want to see more risks like ToD!

It's one of my fave/most rewatchable movies I know, Indiana Jones fits so well with a horror esc genre.

I remember walking out the cinema as a 10 yr old kid after this movie, absolutely mind blown how brilliant it was & I got totally immersed in the story. I love all the Indy films & this one had it's own unique feel.

Finally somebody who agrees this is the best Indy movie. I'm shocked some prefer Kingdom of Crystal Skull over this?

Great video! Temple of Doom has always been my favorite Indy film without a doubt. I think I’ve always been attracted to its darker, almost Horror movie elements….the Temple of Doom itself is just one hell of a set and I very clearly remember re-enacting key scenes from this film when I was a kid on the playground! Hell, EVERY time I see a suspension bridge, I still get excited and wanna go play on it…even as a 40yr old now! 😂

Raiders is simply my favorite movie of all time. Temple of doom has always been underrated, with Last Crusade being a bit overrated.

Temple of Doom is a very strong sequel. Everyone has a soft spot for Last Crusade but I think Crusade is actually the weaker of the two. TOD is a quintessential, action-packed and daring Indy movie 👍

I'd say Last Crusade is my favorite but Temple of Doom is a close second

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

I’ll take it! Haha

@netabolt6546

2 жыл бұрын

top to bottom for me : 1 - The Last Crusade 2 - Temple of Doom 3 - Raiders of the Lost Ark 4 - Kingdom of the Crystal Skull i only putted Last Crusade a tidy bit higher due to Sean Connery and also the end scene with that old man drinking from the Holy Grale. but for the most part Last Crusade and Temple of Doom are as equally good. Raiders at third place. as for Crystal Skull, i only seen that movie once and forgot most of it, even though i vaguelly know the weird un'IndianaJones like Ending. lol.i cant say bad things about it if its too long ago. Raiders is the first Indiana movie but Temple of Doom was so dark and i loved it. as wel as Last Crusade due to Connery and the Holy Grale scene. and yeah, Temple of Doom is badass!

This video definitely just solidified Temple of Doom as my favorite Indy movie

Bravo! I grew up with Temple of Doom. It's the one they always showed on HBO. I just saw Raiders for the first time a couple of years ago. It's good but Temple is great! Thanks for showing it some love!

I wish they would have made more dark movies like Temple Of Doom.

We have some things in common, both of us love Temple of Doom and The Lost World!

Personally Temple of Doom is my favorite Indiana Jones movie. I like the best moments such as Indy fighting Mola Ram and the thuggee cult and the mine car chase. The thuggee cult are really frightening villains. I still love all of the Indiana Jones movies

Agree with you. Temple of Doom and Raiders are my favorite (I love Karen Allen's Marion) depending on what mood I'm in on a particular day, Last Crusade is next (something is missing) then Crystal Skull (a lot is missing).

Awesome essay man! This has got to be one of the best videos I’ve ever seen! Temple of doom is easily my favourite Indiana Jones movie if not one of my favourite movies of all time! Really nice job on this! Well done man

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers man! Much appreciated. Us Temple of Doom fans must rally together!

@JackAttack230

3 жыл бұрын

Haha yes! It is truly an underrated movie

Great analysis, thanks for this. Doom was my first Indiana Jones movie and it has a special place in my heart. Love that trilogy and I love Steven Spielberg.

Can't fault this. As a 14 year-year-old Brit, I visited family the US in 1984 and watched this at a mall in NY State. It blew my mind, and still reminds me of an utterly happy time. This movie will always remain the most exciting and enjoyable thing I have ever seen in a cinema. Ghostbusters Second.

temple of doom is my last choice out of the three, but it's still spectacular!!! they're all great!!!!

@willhay6148

3 жыл бұрын

I completely agree. Saying the 'Crusade' and 'The Lost Ark' is better, is not diminishing 'Temple'. Thanks for not mentioning the movie that dare not speak its name.

Thank you for this. This has been my favorite movie since I was 4.

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! Thanks.

I fucking LOVE this Indy film. It's magical to me. A complete treat every time.

Best opening reel to any movie ever.

New Temple of Doom lover here, you nailed it :)

Not sure this is the BEST Indiana Jones movie but it's definitely very memorable and fun to watch. I also love the music in this. And Ford looks so strong, in shape, perhaps never more than he is here.

Man, this is awesome! This was my first Indy movie when I was about 12 years old. Still has a special place in my heart. This analysis adds so much more to it for me. Thanks!

@nicholaspilkiewicz9871

2 жыл бұрын

At least we still have hearts lol

@TheWho83

2 жыл бұрын

@@nicholaspilkiewicz9871 Touché.

Griffin this was freaking amazing my god. Thank you for this there was so much I didn't know about this movie and the making of it and I am mind blown. Again, thank you for taking the time to make this, this was 100% worth the watch. Keep it up!

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude! Really appreciate the kind words and sticking around for the whole video. Glad my little love letter made you enjoy the film even more!

I've always loved ToD most and always gotten crap for it. It's wonderful.

This was an absolute joy to watch, thank you!! Temple of Doom is my absolute favourite of the Indy films (also possibly because it was the first one I ever saw, so had no pre-conceived notions of what to expect!). And god, thank you for mentioning the dinner at Pankot Palace, how it wasn't intended as anything racial or controversial to the Indian culture - no, those specific people at the palace were part of the cult. That fact often goes right over some people's heads!

Great video btw the best, most thorough, informative and entertaining one you've done. Congrats.😀

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much man! Yeah it was a beast to tackle, but i've been wanting to dive into the story behind the film for some time. Glad all the research and hard work paid off!

Great review Griff! And I enjoy hearing the history behind the film and amazing how many parallels there are to the film and the filmmakers!;)

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it

I think it’s the best Indy movie to And I personally like Willie and Short round

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Willie & Short Round RULE.

@baxteryt4245

3 жыл бұрын

@@FilmSpeak yES!!

@acdragonrider

3 жыл бұрын

@@FilmSpeak I hate Willie. Love short round though.

Finally! Nice to hear a KZreadr giving Temple of Doom its proper due. It has always easily been my favorite & for the life of me, I've never understood why it got flack as the "worst" of the original trilogy. A lot of people seemed to resent how different it was (Hence Crusade retreading Raiders 5 years later) for me it was a big reason why I loved it so much. Still one of my all time favorites.

Oh cool to see you contributed to this playlist! I considered it but just don't think I have time. I hope to catch on to the next one! Either way great job on this one mate, really well edited

Agreed, Temple of Doom was the most fun, I remembered watching that one so much more than the other two.

I was exposed to these films at such a young age, I never even saw anything different about this movie compared to Raiders and The Last Crusade. But it’s always been my favorite for some reason

Has always been my favorite one as well. I love that it's dark and gritty. Many think TOO dark, but pulling out hearts fits in pretty nicely with exploding heads and melting faces, imo. There really isn't a dull moment, especially at the end. I get the criticism the 4th film gets, but T.O.D is a GEM 💎

People don't like ToD because its too different from the others. Its my fav though, peak Indiana Jones. Exotic location, mystery artifact, brilliant traps, perfect pace and flow, Harrison Ford in his physical prime, great villain. Its a swashbuckling adventure from start to finish. I always loved the idea how Indy could end up by accident at a remote village in India, yet still have deep knowledge of local customs, language and mythology. And the idea he is brave enough to practically take on the entire Thugee cult single handedly, collect the Sankara stone and rescue all the children. What a freaking superhero. Seriously no other ending is as satisfying as this, when all the children reunite with their parents, all because of Indys heroism. And to top it off, the soundtrack is amazing

Love this. Great insight!

This is my favorite too and my niece’s. Willie is also my favorite Indy heroine, I don’t care what anyone says, she rocks. 👍

@gustavogirotto

3 жыл бұрын

Kate Capshaw has more charisma and chemistry with Ford than the other Indy girls. :)

@charlottestarlet7371

3 жыл бұрын

@@gustavogirotto Yes, I agree completely! Their chemistry was off the charts. And I love their dynamic with Short Round.

@gustavogirotto

3 жыл бұрын

@@charlottestarlet7371 Oh yeah, they have a strange "family" vibe that's really fun, and miles better than Indy, Marion and Mutt in the 4th film.

@charlottestarlet7371

3 жыл бұрын

@@gustavogirotto Absolutely. I hated that trio. That was a ridiculous story. Marion and Indy were so out of character.

That is deep analysis. The freeing of the slaves and one of the happiest movie ending of all time are my main reasons why this film is brillant. Plus shortround is fantastic.

I have been saying this since 1984. Temple of Doom has better action better cliffhangers and better escapes. Spielberg was determined to top himself and I think he did it.

Great job Filmspeak!! Keep up the good work!

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@TOYZforfun1

3 жыл бұрын

@@FilmSpeak your channel is about to blow up!! fav KZreadr

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

@@TOYZforfun1 You’re too kind. Thank you so much for the encouragement!

With this being my favourite Indiana Jones movie, I couldn’t agree more with what you said.

Temple of Doom was victim of such high expectations after Raiders changed action adventure films forever. That said it was no way the best IJ film. That was and always will be Raiders but it was better than it got credit for in it's day...

finally someone who sees the genius of the movie! it's been my favourite indy movie for a looong time!

Great essay Filmspeak. Well done.

Amazing video! Last Crusade is my fav

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Last Crusade is a blast.

Great vid, Griff. Temple of Doom is actually my fave Indiana Jones, although Willie can be super annoying sometimes imo.

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Yeah haha I get it, but also I guess it doesn’t bother me because I see what they’re going for but ah well 🤷🏼‍♂️

@One21Jiggawatts

3 жыл бұрын

I love Willie and Short Round. I think their banter is hilarious.

Agreed, for many years I wanted to say that Last Crusade was my favorite but I kept coming back to Temple... I saw Temple in the theater opening weekend, I was 7 at the time and it changed everything for me, Temple was the first Jones film I had saw - this was back in the day when VHS machines and movie rental were coming about but I didn't see Raiders until approximately 1987, after we got our first VHS machine - Great video!

this was such an truly amazing Essay video, this honestly made me appreciate Temple Of Doom a lot more, i have always liked the film but this made me understand it a ton more, the film would still rank third with Crystal Skull being the least favorite (i actually kinda like the film) and with Last Crusade being second and Raiders still being my favorite (it's more from how much i've seen it and that i've grown up with it) but again this video made me appreciate Temple Of Doom a lot more, you always deliver in very insightful film reviews and discussions, i've always loved your content since i found it in 2017 and i'll always support it even when you have an million subscribers which i know your channel definitely will :)

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Sammy! Always appreciate your kind words and support. You’re the best!

Temple of doom was always my favourite as a kid

Yes! It's my favourite Indy movie (and my favourite movie, period)

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah! Love to hear it. Glad you love the film as much as me.

This was my favorite too. So much different from the others. Spielberg and George wasn't afraid to take risks. A true classic just recently watch it that's why I was checking your review out. Thanks for posting👍

An excellent essay. You make a marvelous case for this film.

When Raiders came out I was a tad too young to appreciate it, only watching it on VHS. When Temple of Doom came out I think I was exactly the right age. I remember loving it and wanting to see it multiple times. I especially enjoyed the fact that my parents hated the gross parts.

I was wondering what was the point of making it a prequel. But it's because it shows Indy basically being Belloq, before growing into a selfless character in Raiders and Crusade. Thanks man

The setting of the intro in wild and wealthy but lawlessness of 1930’s Shanghai was really inspiring and captured me for the rest of this movie.

It's my favorite Indy film too, and I love your videos. Thank you

I personally love this film and how it is so dark

I would love to see you do a video like this on GoldenEye, I think it would be interesting since it’s the movie that basically saved the entire 007 franchise after the longest gap between films in the franchise’s history

@FilmSpeak

3 жыл бұрын

I definitely will be tackling more Bond in vids like this and Goldeneye would be fun. Working on a script for a different 007 film right now though 😏

Very intelligent analysis. I want to listen to this several times, think about it, and then revisit the movie through this lens.