Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is the final installment in the Indiana Jones saga, directed by James Mangold and starring Harrison Ford in his iconic role as the adventurous archaeologist.

• The story takes place in 1969, where an aging Indiana Jones (Indy) is ready to retire from teaching at Hunter College in New York.
• However, his plans change when his estranged goddaughter, Helena Shaw, visits him and steals a rare artifact called the Archimedes Dial, which has the power to locate fissures in time.
• Indy is forced to chase after Helena and retrieve the Dial before it falls into the wrong hands.
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Meanwhile, Indy’s old nemesis, Jürgen Voller, a former Nazi now working in the U.S. space program, has his own plans for the Dial that could have dire consequences for world history. The film features a star-studded cast including Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Antonio Banderas, Karen Allen, John Rhys-Davies, Shaunte Renée Wilson, Thomas Kretschmann, Toby Jones, Boyd Holbrook, Olivier Richters, Ethann Isidore, and Mads Mikkelsen. The screenplay was written by Jez Butterworth, John-Henry Butterworth, David Koepp, and James Mangold, based on characters created by George Lucas and Philip Kaufman.

The film marks the collaboration between Harrison Ford, Steven Spielberg, and James Mangold, with James taking over the director’s chair from Steven. Harrison has always had a special affinity for the Indiana Jones character and had been interested in reprising the role one last time. James was chosen to helm the final instalment due to his storytelling abilities and his understanding of the Indiana Jones character. The filmmakers wanted to create a compelling adventure that honoured the character’s legacy while also offering something new and exciting.

The movie explores the concept of aging and acknowledges the fact that Harrison, who was in his late seventies during the shoot, has aged since the previous films. Set in the late 1960s, the story presents a world where traditional heroes like Indiana Jones are becoming relics of the past. However, circumstances force Indy to put on his hat once again and embark on a thrilling adventure that offers redemption and renewal.

The central artifact of the story, the Archimedes Dial, is inspired by the real-life Antikythera mechanism, an ancient Greek device used for astronomical calculations. In the film, the Dial has additional magical properties that make it a perfect MacGuffin for the story. Indy’s pursuit of the Dial puts him at odds with both Helena and Jürgen Voller, who also want to get their hands on it.

The film includes an action-packed prologue set in 1944, where a younger Indy fights against Nazi enemies. The inclusion of Nazis as villains pays homage to the previous Indiana Jones films and gives fans the opportunity to see Indy battling his iconic adversaries once again.

To celebrate the final instalment of one of the most loved cinematic action hero, the LEGO Group has brought back the iconic Indiana Jones franchise in three new sets that allow fans to relive the thrilling adventures of the beloved archaeologist and to coincide with the last release. The sets are inspired by memorable moments from the films Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.

These new LEGO sets bring the world of Indiana Jones to life, allowing fans to immerse themselves in the thrilling stories and iconic moments from the films. Whether reenacting high-speed chases, exploring ancient tombs, or building intricate temples, children and adults alike can experience the excitement and adventure that the Indiana Jones franchise is known for.

The first set, 77012 LEGO Indiana Jones Fighter Plane Chase building set, lets fans recreate an exciting scene from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. In this set, players can join Indiana Jones and his father, Professor Henry Jones Sr., as they try to outrun a fighter plane in a vintage convertible car. The set includes three minifigures: Indiana Jones, Professor Henry Jones Sr., and a fighter pilot. With 387 pieces, this set offers plenty of opportunities for Indiana Jones fans to re-imagine this iconic scene.

The second set, 77013 LEGO Indiana Jones Escape from the Lost Tomb building set, is based on Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark. It provides hours of thrilling adventure as players help Indy search for the Ark of the Covenant in the snake-infested Well of Souls. They can then make their escape by climbing a massive Anubis statue and finding a hidden passage. With 600 LEGO pieces, this detailed playset offers a challenging and engaging building experience for all fans.

The third set, 77015 LEGO Indiana Jones Temple of the Golden Idol building set, celebrates the legacy of Indiana Jones by allowing adults to recreate the iconic opening scene from Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark. With an impressive 1545 pieces, this set is a rewarding build that pays homage to the film’s iconic characters and scenes.

With their attention to detail and inclusion of key characters, these sets provide an opportunity for fans of all ages to engage with the Indiana Jones universe. Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is a culmination of the beloved character’s journey and aims to provide an emotionally satisfying and entertaining conclusion to the franchise.

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is now showing at all good South African cinema’s.

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