Movies truly can be magic, as sometimes the most memorable scenes come from out of the blue. And then, like in the case of Harrison Ford falling ill while making Raiders of the Lost Ark, that inspiration comes from quite a personal place. What was supposed to be a major action set piece became a gag that still stands as one of the most memorable moments in Indiana Jones history.
On top of that distinction though, this scene we’re about to discuss saved the movie in another way that also made a huge difference. So before we go too far, let’s relive the piece of Raiders of the Lost Ark history that has gathered us all here today.
