Raiders of the Lost Ark
Who
Steven Spielberg, American Jewish film director.
When
1981
Where
Hollywood, USA
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), directed by Steven Spielberg from a story by George Lucas, introduced Indiana Jones and became one of the most influential adventure films ever made. Its plot centers on the Ark of the Covenant, an object of the Hebrew Bible, and a race to keep it from the Nazis. Its director, Spielberg, is an American Jew who has spoken often about his heritage.
Part of “The Gifts of the Jews” — verified Jewish contributions to the world, with sources.