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entertainment2 years ago

Lucasfilm Announces Digital Release Date for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

The digital release date for "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" has been set for Tuesday, August 29. The film will be available on major digital retailers and will include bonus content chronicling the making of the sequel. Directed by James Mangold, the fifth and final installment in the Indiana Jones series stars Harrison Ford, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and Antonio Banderas.

entertainment2 years ago

'Insidious: The Red Door' Surpasses 'Indiana Jones' with $32.7M Box Office Opening

Insidious: The Red Door surpasses Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny at the domestic box office, earning an estimated $32.7 million in its opening weekend. The horror film, despite weak reviews, achieved the second-best opening in the Insidious series. Meanwhile, Dial of Destiny experienced a significant drop in ticket sales, reaching a total of $248 million worldwide. Joy Ride, a raunchy comedy, had a disappointing opening with $5.9 million.

entertainment2 years ago

'Indiana Jones 5: Box Office Disaster or Daredevil Delight?'

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" had a disappointing opening weekend at the box office, making just $60.4 million domestically. Despite being a holiday weekend, the film's performance falls short compared to previous installments in the franchise, particularly "Kingdom of the Crystal Skull." Internationally, the film only made $70 million. The movie takes place in 1969 and features Indiana Jones facing off against the Nazis once again. This is said to be the last film in the Indiana Jones series.

film2 years ago

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny: A Flopbuster at the Box Office"

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," the fifth and final installment in the Indiana Jones franchise, opened to a disappointing $60.4 million at the domestic box office. When adjusted for inflation, this is the lowest opening weekend among the five Indiana Jones movies. The highest opening weekend, adjusted for inflation, belongs to "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," which debuted with $146.9 million. Despite the underwhelming start, the film's producers are hopeful that it will have staying power, particularly among families, as it faces competition from other upcoming releases targeting older adults.

entertainment2 years ago

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny: A Box Office Flop or a Whipping Success?"

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" earned $11.8 million at the Monday box office, similar to the earnings of "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" and "Thor: Love and Thunder" on their first Mondays. The film, which had an underwhelming opening weekend of $60.4 million, marks Harrison Ford's final appearance as Indiana Jones and is directed by James Mangold. By the end of Tuesday, the film is expected to have earned $82.5 million domestically.

entertainment2 years ago

Unveiling the Secrets Behind 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny'

The opening sequence of "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" took three years to complete, with director James Mangold aiming to give viewers an adrenaline rush by featuring a de-aged Harrison Ford. The VFX team used various techniques, including a new ILM software that scanned archived footage of Ford's younger years. Stunt performers also wore masks to resemble a younger Ford, which were later enhanced in post-production. Despite the film's success at the box office, IGN's review gave it a 4/10, stating that it failed to recapture Spielberg's magic.

entertainment2 years ago

"Karen Allen Reflects on Bidding Farewell to Indy and Marion in 'Dial of Destiny'"

Karen Allen reflects on her role as Marion Ravenwood in the Indiana Jones franchise and her return in the fifth and final film, "Dial of Destiny." Allen discusses the evolution of her working relationship with Harrison Ford, the emotional goodbye scene between Indy and Marion, and the future of their characters. While Allen expresses initial disappointment in not being more involved in the adventure, she is grateful for Marion's return and believes that Marion will always be a part of her life.

entertainment2 years ago

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny: A Farewell Filled with Underwhelming Moments"

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, the fifth and final installment of the Indiana Jones franchise, does not have any post-credits scenes. This is consistent with the previous four films in the series, which were made before post-credits scenes became popular. IGN will be providing a full spoiler breakdown of the movie starting Friday.

film2 years ago

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny: A Frustrating but Solid Sendoff"

The long Fourth of July weekend is set to feature the debut of "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," with a projected opening weekend range of $60M-$77M for the 3-day period and $80M-$103M for the 5-day period. The film's nostalgia factor and the addition of co-star/co-writer Phoebe Waller-Bridge are expected to boost its appeal. However, pre-sales have been mixed, and competition from other films like "Avatar: The Way of Water" and "Jurassic World Dominion" could impact its performance. Additionally, "Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken" is expected to attract families with young daughters as a counter-programming option.

entertainment2 years ago

Harrison Ford's Indiana Jones Legacy and AI in Film Industry.

Harrison Ford reflects on his character's behavior in "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," stating that he wanted to see him towards the end of his life. The film, directed by James Mangold, features Phoebe Waller-Bridge as Indy's long-lost goddaughter, Helena. Waller-Bridge's character is daring, intelligent, resourceful, and feisty, and was inspired in part by Barbara Stanwyck's con-artist character in the 1941 classic The Lady Eve. This is the first Indiana Jones film not to be directed by Steven Spielberg, but Ford says that Spielberg's influence is still present.

entertainment2 years ago

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" Delivers a Fitting Finale with Harrison Ford's Best Performance Yet.

The latest Indiana Jones movie, "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," delivers the goods with Harrison Ford reprising his iconic role as the adventurous archaeologist. The action-adventure film is a thrilling ride that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The Dial of Destiny serves as a compelling plot device that drives the story forward, and Ford's performance is as charismatic as ever. Overall, the movie is a must-see for fans of the franchise and lovers of action-adventure films.

entertainment2 years ago

Harrison Ford's Unwavering Commitment to Acting Despite Age.

Harrison Ford, who is turning 81, has no plans of retiring from acting as he loves to work and feel useful. However, he is retiring from playing Indiana Jones after the upcoming film, Dial of Destiny. Ford enjoys the people he works with and the intensity and intimacy of collaboration in acting. The final Indiana Jones film is set to release on June 30, 2023, and stars Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Mads Mikkelsen, Boyd Holbrook, Thomas Kretschmann, Toby Jones, Antonio Banderas, and John Rhys-Davies.

entertainment2 years ago

Ke Huy Quan's Surprise Appearance at Indiana Jones Premiere.

Ke Huy Quan surprised Harrison Ford at the Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny premiere, declaring his love for Short Round. The duo starred together in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom 39 years ago and have been making up for lost time in recent months. Fans have campaigned for Quan to reprise his role as Short Round in the Indiana Jones franchise, but unfortunately, the director couldn't find a way to bring the character back for Ford's Indy swansong. The film is set to release on June 30.

entertainment2 years ago

The Absence of Short Round in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Explained.

Director James Mangold explains why Short Round, played by Ke Huy Quan, is not in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, stating that he didn't want another adult along for the ride. Mangold wanted to focus on Indy's predicament in the twilight of his life and which characters, new or old, would best serve that purpose from a storytelling perspective. The youthful sidekick role in Dial of Destiny is Helena’s associate Teddy, played by teenager Ethann Isidore.

entertainment2 years ago

Harrison Ford endorses punching Nazis as justified.

Harrison Ford has stated that it is necessary to confront and punch Nazis, as seen in his upcoming film Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny, which features the forces of fascism making a comeback. The debate on whether it is acceptable to punch Nazis entered the cultural conversation during the 2017 presidential inauguration when neo-Nazi Richard Spencer was punched in the head.