cdmeredith
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My idea for this thread is to create a list of other media that fans of Indiana Jones might enjoy. Things that have a similar feel/tone to them, have similar motifs/elements, or are in the same spirit. This can be maintained as a reference for fans to find similar media that they would enjoy. Try to give a brief description with each new addition. Any media will do (Books, Music, Movies, etc.)
Here are some examples that I think fans of Indy might like:
- The Adventure stories of Louis L'Amour (BOOK) - Several stories in the two fisted pulp fiction format. The best ones revolve around 'Ponga' Jim Mayo, a tramp steamer captain, and soldier of fortune, as he sails around the Indies looking for adventure. Very similar to Indy, and a lot of fun to read.
- The Rocketeer (GRAPHIC NOVEL/FILM) - A very fun film. Like Indy, a nod to pulp adventure stories from the 1930s. A guy discovers a jet pack and battles nazis in Hollywood's golden era.
- To Have and Have Not (FILM) - A great Bogart film. The dynamic between Bogie and Bacall is very similar to Indy and Marion. This film is also very similar to Casablanca, a definite Indy inspiration.
- Only Angels Have Wings (FILM) - Another great Howard Hawks film. South American daredevil pilots face death while delivering the mail. Also, a tough lady from the hero's past meets up with him in a dirty expat bar to rekindle the romance. (Sounds familiar?)
- Romancing the Stone (FILM) - A great adventure film. A romance novelist gets caught up in the search for treasure in Mexico while trying to save her sister.
- Six Days, Seven Nights (FILM) - While not the best film, it is a fun adventure flick that stars Harrison Ford. It's got exotic locales, plane crashes, and pirates. Can't be all bad.
- Congo by Michael Crichton (BOOK) - A great adventure book. A modern retelling of King Solomon's Mines. It takes us into the heart of darkness with a talking ape. Adventure ensues!
- LOST (TV SHOW) - While not really in the same exact genre of Indy movies, it is a more cerebral adventure story, with tons of exotic locales, and a great story.
- Delerium by Karma (CD) - I think a lot of the tracks on this CD are very evocative of Indiana Jones, especially Lamentation.
There's a ton more out there. Please help add to the list.
Here are some examples that I think fans of Indy might like:
- The Adventure stories of Louis L'Amour (BOOK) - Several stories in the two fisted pulp fiction format. The best ones revolve around 'Ponga' Jim Mayo, a tramp steamer captain, and soldier of fortune, as he sails around the Indies looking for adventure. Very similar to Indy, and a lot of fun to read.
- The Rocketeer (GRAPHIC NOVEL/FILM) - A very fun film. Like Indy, a nod to pulp adventure stories from the 1930s. A guy discovers a jet pack and battles nazis in Hollywood's golden era.
- To Have and Have Not (FILM) - A great Bogart film. The dynamic between Bogie and Bacall is very similar to Indy and Marion. This film is also very similar to Casablanca, a definite Indy inspiration.
- Only Angels Have Wings (FILM) - Another great Howard Hawks film. South American daredevil pilots face death while delivering the mail. Also, a tough lady from the hero's past meets up with him in a dirty expat bar to rekindle the romance. (Sounds familiar?)
- Romancing the Stone (FILM) - A great adventure film. A romance novelist gets caught up in the search for treasure in Mexico while trying to save her sister.
- Six Days, Seven Nights (FILM) - While not the best film, it is a fun adventure flick that stars Harrison Ford. It's got exotic locales, plane crashes, and pirates. Can't be all bad.
- Congo by Michael Crichton (BOOK) - A great adventure book. A modern retelling of King Solomon's Mines. It takes us into the heart of darkness with a talking ape. Adventure ensues!
- LOST (TV SHOW) - While not really in the same exact genre of Indy movies, it is a more cerebral adventure story, with tons of exotic locales, and a great story.
- Delerium by Karma (CD) - I think a lot of the tracks on this CD are very evocative of Indiana Jones, especially Lamentation.
There's a ton more out there. Please help add to the list.
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