Beyond Indiana Jones: 5 Archaeologists on the Big Screen

it was indie in the beginning

archeology and cinema: An unlikely combination perhaps, but definitely a winning combination. since at least the eighties, when a certain Indiana Jones The movie won the hearts of moviegoers around the world, inspired tons of kids to dream of becoming archaeologists, imagining a life full of adventure, mayhem and ancient curses.

Raiders of the Lost Arkthe first film in the successful film saga dedicated to the character of Indiana Joneswas released in 1981 under the direction of Steven Spielberg and explain Harrison Ford: Today, 42 years later, the hero is still the same for a new chapter in the epic. Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Will be released in theaters on June 28, 2023.

Indiana Jones was the first but certainly not the only iconic archaeologist in the world of cinema: on the occasion of the release of the new film, let’s find out together 5 archaeologists on the big screen,

in search of green stone

The film, released in 1984, was an immediate response to Indiana Jones, winning over the public.
in the control panel we find Robert Zemeckis (Exactly the one that, only a year later, would give life to another iconic saga: that back to the future) while the faces of the protagonists are Michael Douglas And Kathleen Turner,

jack coltonThe film’s male protagonist is not an archaeologist to be exact, but an adventurer who finds himself supporting the novelist in many cases. jon wilder In an adventurous rescue mission with attached treasure hunt. Archaeologists coincidentally, in short, made an adventure and romantic mix so successful that it already deserves a sequel next year, jewel of the nile,

stargate

Science fiction and archaeology: why not? probably starting with the same question roland emmerich born in 1994 stargateOne of those movies that I saw many times when I was a little girl.
explained by James Spader And kurt russellThe film imagines an Egyptian civilization founded by aliens and a military-scientific expedition that manages to build a Stargate, a portal that leads from Earth to an unknown planet.
When the expedition, which also includes archaeologist Daniel Jackson, crosses the route, they find themselves interacting with a civilization similar in all respects to Egypt, but equipped with highly advanced technology.

stargate Consisting of three live-action television series, one animated series, and two direct-to-video sequels, the series proved to be a huge success, earning its own franchise.
you see the parallels with classic disney Atlantis, You are not alone: ​​At the time of the animated film’s release, there were many criticisms highlighting the similarities between the two films.

Mother

From a film that depicts my childhood, to another film that depicts my adolescence: MotherReleased in 1999, it is definitely one of my favorite titles that I rewatch whenever I get the chance.
director Stephen Somers and played by Rachel Weisz And Brendan Fraser

The film is a remake of the 1932 classic film of the same name starring Boris Karloff.
However, the 1999 film certainly puts the emphasis on adventure and humor. A combination that’s sure to be successful: From Mother A prolific franchise was born that included direct sequels, spin-offs, and prequels, as well as sequels of its own.

In 1926, Egyptologist brothers Evelyn and Jonathan discovered that they had an ancient map of the famous city. Hamunaptra, with adventurer Rick O’ConnellThey will find themselves in the middle of a battle with no holds barred to explore the city and also fight a very powerful mummy that has come to life in a quest for revenge.

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider

If we talk about archaeologists, apart from Indiana Jones, there is only one name that immediately comes to mind: that lara croft,
The iconic heroine of the world of video games is able to give a new face to archaeologists on the big screen too.
In fact, in 2001, Lara Croft turned to cinema for the film Lara Croft: Tomb RaiderDirected by and starring Simon West Angelina Jolie, Daniel Craig And Jon Voight,

defined First successful blockbuster based on a video gameThe film is based on a completely original story that successfully manages to bring the atmosphere and sensibilities of videogames to cinema.

unresolved

Cinema, video games and archeology will come together again in 2022 unresolved, in videogame panorama, in fact, only named after lara croft nathan drake dominate archaeology.
The popular and acclaimed video game saga has been adapted for the big screen as a prequel by Ruben Fletcher and stars tom holland

, Mark Wahlberg And Antonio Banderas,
Good success will be expected among the public unresolved It became a film saga, even though there is not much news about it till date.

Bonus: Secrets of the Templars

I know, we told 5 archaeologists on the big screen. but we can probably leave you without telling Templar’s Secret, 2004 smash hit starring Nicolas Cage, diana kruger, Sean Bean And Jon Voight has brought the archaeological adventure back to its former glory and earned its own sequel and an ongoing series.
And then, there’s Nicolas Cage: what more could you want?