#17: The Submarine Encounter in Raiders Of The Lost Ark
Creating Raiders Of The Lost Ark, one of the top Indiana Jones films, was challenging and costly. Spielberg’s ingenuity came through when he utilized a nearby Das Boot’s submarine prop, avoiding a logistical and financial nightmare.
Spielberg dramatically cut costs by borrowing the submarine prop for a crucial scene. Das Boot’s team’s collaborative spirit played a key role in showcasing the power of resource sharing in the filmmaking industry.