Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2 Disc Edition) [2008] | ![Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2 Disc Edition) [2008]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61jBcowR5%2BL._SL500_.jpg)
| Director: Steven Spielberg
Actors: Harrison Ford, Shia Labeouf, Cate Blanchett, Ray Winstone
Studio: Paramount Home Entertainment
Category: DVD
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Rating:  147 reviews
Sales Rank: 94
Format: Pal, Widescreen
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Suitable for 12 years and over
Number Of Items: 2
Running Time: 122
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5014437943132
ASIN: B0011905MW
Theatrical Release Date: 2008
Release Date: November 10, 2008
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Nearly 20 years after riding his last Crusade, Harrison Ford makes a welcome return as archaeologist/relic hunter Indiana Jones in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, an action-packed fourth installment that's, in a nutshell, less memorable than the first three but great nostalgia for fans of the series. Producer George Lucas and screenwriter David Koepp (War of the Worlds) set the film during the cold war, as the Soviets--replacing Nazis as Indy's villains of choice and led by a sword-wielding Cate Blanchett with black bob and sunglasses--are in pursuit of a crystal skull, which has mystical powers related to a city of gold. After escaping from them in a spectacular opening action sequence, Indy is coerced to head to Peru at the behest of a young greaser (Shia LaBeouf) whose friend--and Indy's colleague--Professor Oxley (John Hurt) has been captured for his knowledge of the skull's whereabouts. Whatever secrets the skull holds are tertiary; its reveal is the weakest part of the movie, as the CGI effects that inevitably accompany it feel jarring next to the boulder-rolling world of Indy audiences knew and loved. There's plenty of comedy, delightful stunts--ants play a deadly role here--and the return of Raiders love interest Karen Allen as Marion Ravenwood, once shrill but now softened, giving her ex-love bemused glances and eye-rolls as he huffs his way to save the day. Which brings us to Ford: bullwhip still in hand, he's a little creakier, a lot grayer, but still twice the action hero of anyone in film today. With all the anticipation and hype leading up to the film's release, perhaps no reunion is sweeter than that of Ford with the role that fits him as snugly as that fedora hat. --Ellen A. Kim
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Entertaining but not great January 8, 2009
The original Indiana Jones "Raiders of the Lost Ark" was a family action adventure with a (fairly) believeable storyline, a tight script, good acting, and genuinely scary baddies. Twenty five years later "Crystal Skull" has a completely bonkers storyline (which loses audience credibility right at the start with the "nuclear fridge"); turgid script; suspect acting (apart from John Hurt, everyone is sleepwalking); and cardboard cut-out baddies. It's frankly annoying to see us, the audience, so poorly treated.
Neverthless the film is entertaining - in a lazy wet winter's afternoon sort of way - with some good bits (the crypt; the jungle chase); but the original is much better. This has a "painting by numbers" feel about it. Watchable it is, but nothing special.
 Not such a disappointment afterall..... January 5, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Hardcore Indie fans be warned....this is not a ressurrection of the special effects bonanza of the 80s & 90s that made the original Indie films classics. However, if you are looking for something a little different to perhaps compare with the wow-factor of The Mummy franchise then you will indeed be pleasantly surprised. Granted the CGI effects are over-zealous but the script really isn't all that bad, although I feel it doesn't really do much justice to the return of Marion, Indie's "one true love". Overall, I would genuinely recommend this film to anyone who believes your own opinion is the only opinion you should listen to and it is much better to come to something new and unknown with an open mind. Enjoy!
not so sure about this one... January 2, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
i am a big fan of the indiana series... when this one came out i had to see it straight away... although i was concerned about the age of Harrison Ford, when i saw the film i paid no attention to his age and my love for the character stayed the same. However, the plot was very weak and i felt that the idea of aliens and the very end scene were just too much, yes this is a fantasy film but it should not turn sci-fi! Also, i wanted to see more character from Marion... i don't know what it was about her but she just didn't seem the same from the old film... i missed that about her.
However... the action sequences in this film were brilliant, just as good as the older films and i don't care that they used so much CGI... if they didn't then it would never be able to compare to other films out today and i don't think it spoiled it at all =] part from the end of course...
All the same i do reccomend watching this film =] it is a must see
 Great Movie! January 2, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Well it must be said that this isn't exactly the best Indianna Jones film, and the monkey sequence is ridiculous, but these aspects aside, this is a fun action film for the whole family.
Harrison Ford is excellent as Jones once again, and isn't doing too badly for his age. The film is packed with well thought action sequences and the usual humor.
The supporting cast is excellent, as is the direction as it is shot in the same style as seen before in the other three films. Some people say the ending is too far fetched, but have we forgotton the other films? They were just the same!
I must see action movie!
 The wrong script and at least ten years too late! January 2, 2009
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
This film, when you think about it, is quite an achievement. It's been 19-years since Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, a film almost as good as Raiders of the Lost Ark which launched the Indy series. Whereas Raiders, Temple of Doom and the Last Crusade had direction and story, the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull lurches unenergetically from one set piece to the next with little to link anything together and Harrison Ford looking embarrassed for much of the time. As a result, not only does the film fall flat on its face but it's almost painful to watch.
How did Speilberg and Lucas get it so dreadfully wrong? Surely they must have had at least one decent script for Indy 4 (I think Fate of Atlantis would have worked). What happened to it? Did they throw it away accidentally? Why did they wait for so long? Will they apologise for it?
Probably not, unfortunately, but on a more positive note at least this fourth instalment should (please God) be Indiana Jones and the Last Sequel.
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