The Rewatchables ‘Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey
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Jun 20, 2023 
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Monkey King to Dad
- The original Last Crusade treatment involved a Nazi bar owner and the Monkey King.
- Spielberg suggested focusing on Indiana's father, leading to the casting of Sean Connery.
A Satisfying Watch
- Bill Simmons saw Last Crusade with his friend Jim Grady, a huge Harrison Ford fan.
- The film was a satisfying experience, capturing the excitement surrounding Connery's casting.
Raiders Karaoke
- While Last Crusade is enjoyable, it feels like "karaoke" of Raiders, rehashing familiar elements.
- Siskel gave the film a thumbs down for this reason, a bold take in retrospect.