First reactions to James Mangold sequel Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny from Cannes

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The first reactions to James Mangold’s Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny pour out from the Cannes world premiere screening.

The 2023 Cannes Film Festival is going full steam ahead with the world premiere screening of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, the fifth film in the iconic archeologist’s action-packed franchise. James Mangold will direct the film, which features Harrison Ford’s last performance as his beloved character. In addition to the first-ever screening of Dial of Destiny, Ford will be honored with the Palme d’Or, the highest prize awarded at the Cannes Film Festival.

Shortly after the credits rolled on Ford’s final adventure as Dr. Jones rolled, screening attendees flocked to social media to share their thoughts with eager fans. We’ve collected a few reactions from the crowd, while being careful to not reveal any spoilers. We’ll keep updating this as new reviews come in, but be aware that they may contain more information than you want. Harrison Ford’s career best. This is a ROUSING ADVENTURE which shows that this old man has a great libido. It’s not just another Indy movie, it’s the best ever! A fitting end to his journey, while setting up what’s next

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Steven Spielberg, who helmed all four of Indy’s previous escapades, got a sneak peek at the film before Cannes, saying he loved what Mangold created with the beloved legacy of Dr. Jones. Spielberg said, “I had that experience just two nights ago.” “Bob Iger held a screening for many Disney executives and I attended the screening with director James Mangold. Everyone loved the film. It’s a really, really good ‘Indiana Jones film. Spielberg added: May 18, 2023

“When the lights came on, I turned to the group and yelled, ‘Damn. I thought I was the only one who knew how to make one of these.”Related

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The film stars Harrison Ford as the legendary hero archaeologist, as well as Phoebe Waller-Bridge (

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore), Toby Jones (Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom), Boyd Holbrook (Logan), Antonio Banderas (Pain and Glory), Shaunette Renne Wilson (Black Panther), Thomas Kretschmann (Das Boot), Olivier Richters (Black Widow), Ethann Isidore (Mortel), and John Rhys-Davies (Raiders of the Lost Ark). James Mangold directed and co-wrote the script alongside Jez Butterworth and John-Henry Butterworth.What do you think of the first reactions to Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny? Ford’s final performance as the legendary explorer has you excited? I’ve been watching the

IndianaJones films for the past few weeks in anticipation of the sequel. The positive vibes from Cannes have got me excited! Feel free to let us know your feelings about the movie in the comments below.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgiHUJ9WVFk

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