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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
Movie (1984)
After arriving in India, Indiana Jones is asked by a desperate village to find a mystical stone. He agrees – and stumbles upon a secret cult plotting a terrible plan in the catacombs of an ancient palace.
Movie (1984)
After arriving in India, Indiana Jones is asked by a desperate village to find a mystical stone. He agrees – and stumbles upon a secret cult plotting a terrible plan in the catacombs of an ancient palace.
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Sex & Nudity
The film contains sexual banter, flirting, suggestive clothing, and a scene where Indy tries to initiate sex.
Violence & Gore
Graphic violence is depicted through a human sacrifice scene, hand-to-hand combat, gunfights, and gross-out elements.
Profanity
The film features some mild profanity, vulgarity, and religious exclamations.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Alcohol is seen being served in a nightclub environment.
Frightening Scenes
The movie contains intense scenes that can cause nightmares, including children forced into harsh labor in mines.
Other things to know
There are no products in the movie itself, though tie-in merchandise is available.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
Ultimately, the story rewards bravery, persistence, and cooperation.
Role models
Indy and Short Round demonstrate bravery and loyalty, though Indy often leans on violent methods.
Representation
The review flags racist portrayals of Indians and Hindus as barbaric villains, Chinese characters in minor roles as clichéd gangsters, and the only significant female character as mostly weak and constantly put down. Ke Huy Quan's Short Round is noted as a positive bright spot.
Learning
Families can discuss stereotypes in movies, such as the kinds noticed in the film and how they are harmful.
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