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It has been a very long time since I have posted anything new about Indiana Jones news. For those that remember how much I am obsessed with the character and series, I had a very special segment dedicated to the blog for the two years leading up to the last film.

This new update is both very exciting and ambiguous, at the Transformers:Revenge of the Fallen premiere in London Monday night, Shia LaBeauf told the BBC "Steven [Spielberg] just said that he cracked the story on it before I left and I think they're gearing that up." It has also been announced from producer Frank Marshall to Empire Magazine that "We're not going to wait another 20 years. We'd all love to make another one. I'm anxious to hear the idea!" then through the magic of Twitter, Marshall posted "The story for Indy5 is progressing. It is still in the research phase."

VERY EXCITING!!!

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With the release of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull to DVD next week, the press is gearing up for another round of interviews with the cast and crew. The one thing that keeps popping up is whether or not there will be an Indy 5. According to the LA Times George Lucas in in "think mode." Not sure if that means...Hey I am thinking of a new idea OR let's do another one. For more info check out what Theraider.net had posted HERE

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The wait for the great adventure to come to DVD is almost over. Paramount announced that Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull will be hitting shelves October 14!! It will be available in three versions; A single disc adventure, a two-disc collectors edition as well as a blu-ray collectors edition. Head on over to Theraider.net for more info on the DVDs.

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George Lucas spoke to the Sunday Times to promote his latest film The Clone Wars. Yet, the Times didnt hesitate to ask about a possible Indiana Jones 5. Check out what Lucas has to say in the full article here

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So it has been a while since I have written about Indiana Jones, one month exact. Since the film's release and ranking in over $500 million worldwide (and growing), one can make their own assessment of the film whether you liked it or not; one thing is for sure the amount of fun it was to see Indy back on screen was great. However, the original script to Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, or City of God's as it's original title has surfaced online. Vanity Fair Magazine got their hands on it and wrote a review of what Indy 4 could have been. Check it out at www.vanityfair.com.

In this version of the script Shia LaBeuof's character Mutt was non existent and Henry Jones Sr and Sallah were involved. Interesting to see what could have happened, what they kept and what they changed.

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Reaching the number 2 spot for the biggest holiday 5 day weekend opening, Indiana Jones swung in a whopping $311 Million WORLDWIDE! This puts it right behind last years Pirates of the Caribbean At Worlds End...Hopefully this shows George and Steven that maybe a fifth installment is in order.

...Also, George and Steven give me a call I got a great idea for Indy 5!

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After 19 years of waiting, about 60 something blog posts and a clock counting down the days...May 22 finally arrived! As I took my floating holiday from work to see what was a great film, many would call me crazy and other would just call it stupid. However, there is something in Indiana Jones that I relate to...
It was Memorial Day weekend. A young five year old grasped his Aunt Joanne’s hand tight as she approached the ticket counter at the local movie theater. The five year old herd his Aunt say “Can I have two tickets for Indiana Jones please.” For the child, this was the most exhilarating experience of his life, since it was the first time he has ever set foot in a movie theater. They proceeded into the poorly lit theater, took their seats, and his Aunt began to explain that there is no talking during the movie. As the lights dimmed, the flicker of the Utah Mountain range took on the screen. From that moment on, that five year olds life was changed forever. The combination of seeing images on the big screen and the ambiance of the theater and hearing the audience’s reaction to what a young Indiana was doing, would captivate and motivate the child. That little boy would walk out of that theater and knew from that day on, he wanted to work in the Motion Picture Industry and nothing would get in his way. It was 1989 and the film was Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
The boy is me, I have grown up (a little), and found today to be worth the wait. I must say Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is the perfect fix for a true Indy fan. In fact, I saw a review from Theraider.net (SPOILER FREE), and they summed it up perfect. Check it out, because everything I want to say about the film, they already did....
http://www.theraider.net/news/fullstory_indy4.php?id=817

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It is so close I can hardly contain myself anymore. Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull premiered in both Cannes and for the New York critics this weekend and the reviews have been pretty positive. Some have been more mixed than others, but just remember folks, when Raiders of the Lost Ark opened in the early 80's that too got mixed reactions and now look at where it is! I for one am not worried and will see you at the movies on Thursday!

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We are now just days away from Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull! As the anticipation grows, the cast is in Cannes, France now at the Cannes Film Festival to showcase the film for its world premiere. While the select few that could make it to the South of France see the film, the rest of us can indulge in a behind the scenes montage of Director Steven Spielberg in action at indianajones.com.

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Head on over to Indianajones.com to take a look at all EIGHT brand new TV Spots for Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, each spot has something new. Also at the site check out a nice little montage of Harrison Ford behind the scenes in an all new featurette.

...also check out this funny but nostalgic look at Indiana Jones unsung heroes. Maxim did a great job compiling a list of memorable characters. http://www.maxim.com/Entertainment/Unsungheroesofindianajones/slideshow/2453.aspx%20?src=tstush

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The time is almost here!! While we wait just weeks now for Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, here are the new Trailer and TV spots to savor....

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Check out the latest still from Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull!! It's so close, I can taste it...

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It is official, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull will open this years Cannes Film Festival at the end of the month.

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CLICK AS MANY TIMES AS YOU CAN SO I CAN GO TO THE INDY 4 PREMIERE!!!

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George Lucas spoke to USA Today recently and is saying that Indy 4 is "Just a movie." Well George, for some of us, its a passion....check out the article in full here http://www.usatoday.com/life/movies/news/2008-03-24-lucas_N.htm?loc=interstitialskip

Also, if you are living in the UK check out Empire Magazine's latest issue which hits newsstand's Friday. It is an entire issue dedicated to Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. It is packed with secrets, photos and a separate booklet of production diaries. That issue will go worldwide, later in April.

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Spielberg and Co. have posted a very action packed and fun video of Shia LaBeouf on set in New Haven and Mexico during his stunt training. Check it out at www.indianajones.com

***You may notice some of the New Haven footage I featured in my July post when I visited the set****

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Indianajones.com has announced that you can see the trailer for Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Valentines Day between 8 and 9AM (EST) on Good Morning America!

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Big day in the world of "Docta Jones!" First we start off with some details about the much anticipated trailer. The trailer will debut in theaters and online next Friday. It will play right before The Spiderwick Chronicles, Variety stated that "Reason for the delay is that the film only recently wrapped, so much of the material that would go into a memorable trailer just wasn't ready until now." It is going to be fantastic.

Also in Indy news, Spielberg and Co. posted a new behind the scenes video of our favorite hero through the years. The video entitled "Indy's Hat and Jacket," is a look at the wardrobe made famous by Harrison Ford and how it has become synonymous with adventure. Check out the video at www.indianajones.com