Marcus Brody (Raiders of the Lost Ark)

Worried and businesslike — anxious about unresolved matters but careful to shield Indy from alarm until necessary.

Distracted by anxiety and professional responsibility; his manner is controlled but urgent, attempting to contain the news while gauging Indy's reaction.

Excited and slightly anxious; proud that scholarship matters to national stakes, eager for discovery but worried about consequences.

Determined and anxious — politely urgent; his exterior calm conceals the conviction that the matter cannot wait.

Startled curiosity — the urgent purpose of his visit is momentarily displaced by surprise and immediate questioning about the woman's presence.

Pleased and slightly triumphant — proud to bring formal recognition to Indy's work while retaining a cautious, advisory reserve.

Thoughtful, with a hint of foreboding—he understands the weight of Indy’s words and the storm they foreshadow.

Tense and somber, with an underlying current of urgency and concern. His emotional state is one of quiet alarm, masking the gravity of the news he carries and the danger it represents to Indy’s world.

Proud and affectionate, with a quiet satisfaction in Indy’s success—his role as mentor is fulfilled, but there’s an unspoken tension about the Cross’s potential significance beyond the lecture hall.

Concerned and supportive, with a touch of melancholy as he reflects on the strained relationship between Indy and his father. His demeanor is calm but alert, ready to offer both emotional and practical support.

Shocked and concerned initially, but quickly shifts to supportive and resolute. His emotional state is marked by a blend of intellectual curiosity and practical urgency, reinforcing his role as Indy’s steadfast ally.

Concerned for Henry’s safety and Indy’s emotional state, but also cautiously optimistic about the Grail’s potential significance. His emotional state is a blend of worry, intellectual curiosity, and steadfast friendship.

Concerned and reflective, with a underlying sense of urgency. He is visibly affected by the ransacked house but channels his emotions into practical action and philosophical insight, offering Indy both comfort and challenge.

Cautiously optimistic with underlying tension; his gratitude is tempered by a gnawing sense of unease about the mission ahead.

Mildly skeptical but polite, shifting to cautious surprise at Elsa’s introduction. His surprise is less about her gender and more about the implication that their expectations have been subverted—hinting at deeper concerns about who they can trust in this mission.

Serious and slightly impatient, with an underlying concern for Henry’s safety and the mission’s success. He doesn’t indulge in the romantic tension but instead channels his energy into ensuring the group stays on track. There’s a sense of quiet urgency in his demeanor, as if he’s acutely aware of the time pressure.

Urgent and slightly impatient, prioritizing the mission over personal distractions. His interruption of Indy and Elsa’s flirtation reflects his concern for Henry’s safety and the need to act quickly.

Curious and slightly uneasy, balancing his academic fascination with the building’s history against the growing sense of danger. His correction of Indy isn’t just factual; it’s a subtle reminder of the layers of meaning embedded in their surroundings.

Curious and slightly awestruck by the discovery, but also aware of the growing stakes. His trust in Indy is unwavering, and he accepts the responsibility of safeguarding the Grail Diary without hesitation.

Cautiously optimistic, with a hint of trepidation—excited by the discovery but aware of the dangers ahead, both physical (the tomb's unknown hazards) and ideological (the Nazi threat).

Curious and supportive, but with an undercurrent of anxiety as the stakes rise. He is fully invested in the quest but recognizes the danger of what lies ahead, particularly in his role as the keeper of the Grail Diary.

Shocked and disoriented before unconsciousness; helplessness and fear in the moment of capture.

Intellectually exhilarated but physically pained. Brody’s scholarly curiosity is palpable as he deciphers the clues, but his wincing and careful movements betray the aftermath of Kazim’s interrogation. There’s a sense of accomplishment in solving the puzzle, tempered by the awareness of Nazi threats and the urgency of the quest. His agreement to travel to Iskenderun is tinged with determination, though his body language hints at exhaustion.

Focused and slightly pained, but energized by the breakthrough—his intellectual contribution gives him a sense of purpose amid the chaos.

Not directly observable, but inferred as anxious or determined (based on Indy’s and Henry’s concerns and praise).

Not physically present (implied: anxious or unaware of danger)

Initially frustrated and disoriented, then relieved upon seeing Sallah, but descending into sheer panic as the Nazi trap is sprung. His emotional arc culminates in helpless terror as the truck doors slam shut, trapping him.

Initially frustrated and isolated, then relieved upon seeing Sallah, but descending into panic and confusion as the Nazi trap closes in. His final emotional state is one of sheer terror and helplessness as the truck doors slam shut behind him.

Initially relieved upon seeing Sallah, but rapidly descending into panicked confusion as the Nazi agents close in. His emotional state shifts from frustration (with the crowd) to terror (during the escape) and finally to disoriented resignation as the truck doors slam shut behind him.

Not directly observable, but inferred as anxious or fearful (given Indy’s urgency to reach him before the Nazis). His emotional state is a reflection of the larger stakes of the quest—his capture would not only be a personal tragedy but also a strategic blow to Indy and Henry’s mission.

Not directly observable, but inferred as anxious and in peril. His emotional state is one of vulnerability, as he is unaware of the danger closing in on him. Indy and Henry’s urgency to reach him reflects their fear for his safety, making him a pivotal but absent figure in this event.

Not physically present, but his absence drives the conflict. His emotional state is inferred as one of concern for Indy and Henry, but his priorities are debated by both men.

N/A (off-screen, but his captivity drives Indy’s conflict).

Defiant yet resigned, with a deep-seated fear for his friends’ safety. His warning is an act of desperation, born from the knowledge that the Grail’s power will corrupt anyone who seeks it—including Donovan.

Defiant resolve masking deep fear—he knows the stakes are life and death, but his intellectual and moral convictions give him the strength to resist.

Anxious and helpless (implied, though off-screen)

Shocked relief gives way to tense dread as the Nazi threat materializes, leaving him passive but deeply unsettled.

Terrified yet relieved, oscillating between hope for escape and dread of the Nazis’ violence.

Relieved at first by Henry’s rescue, then tense and anxious as Vogel’s interrogation turns violent. His silence suggests a mix of fear and helplessness, contrasting with Henry’s defiance.

Surface: Unknown (off-screen). Internal: Likely fearful but resolute—Brody would try to keep Henry’s spirits up, even in captivity, and trust that Indy will come for them.

Raw, unfiltered fear; a moment of vulnerability that strips away his usual charm and reveals the stakes of their mission.

Anxious but focused, his concern for Henry overriding his own discomfort.

Anxious and fearful, but suppressing his emotions to avoid drawing further attention from the Nazi Soldier. His silence suggests a calculated attempt to avoid escalating the situation.

Relieved but tense, with a heightened awareness of the danger and the need for a swift resolution. His emotional state is a mix of relief at being freed and anxiety about the ongoing struggle and the potential for further violence.

Relieved and slightly amused, with a sense of vindication. Brody’s quip suggests he sees this moment as proof that Henry’s scholarly approach is not just valid but superior to brute force.

Righteously indignant, with an undercurrent of deep dismay and betrayal by Henry’s detachment.

Anxious and alert, deeply concerned for the safety of Indy and Henry but momentarily powerless to intervene.

Tense and concerned, but resolute. His emotional state is a mix of fear for his friends’ safety and determination to see the mission through. There’s a quiet intensity in his actions, a reflection of his deep loyalty to Henry and Indy, even in the face of overwhelming danger.

A mix of righteous fury at the Soldier’s violence and dawning horror as the bullet’s ricochet turns the tank into a deathtrap—his protective act spiraling into unintended catastrophe.

Anxious and disoriented, Brody’s relief at being rescued is tempered by the chaos and violence around him. The accidental strike by Indy adds to his disorientation, but his focus remains on survival and escape. There’s a quiet vulnerability in his presence, a stark contrast to the brutal physicality of the confrontation.

Moved by the reconciliation between Henry and Indy, silently supportive but aware of the underlying tensions and physical exhaustion in the group.

Moved by Henry’s vulnerability and the father-son reunion, but resigned to the quest’s urgency. He serves as a stabilizing presence, neither challenging Henry’s pragmatism nor indulging Indy’s exhaustion—his role is to facilitate, not interfere.

Apprehensive and overwhelmed—this place feels like something out of legend, and the reality of it is unsettling. His usual enthusiasm for discovery is tempered by the knowledge that they are not just exploring history but stepping into a realm where myth and reality blur. He is afraid, but he will not turn back.

A mix of anxiety (for Henry’s life), urgency (to get Indy moving), and awe (at the temple’s trials). He’s the group’s moral and emotional anchor, ensuring they don’t lose sight of their humanity amid the supernatural. His voice is steady, but his hands betray his fear—this is a man who cares deeply but is out of his depth.

Anxious, supportive, and urgent—driven by the need to see his friends survive.

Frantically urgent yet deeply empathetic—his fear for Henry’s life and Indy’s safety drives his every action and word.

A mix of anxiety for Henry’s life, hope for Indy’s success, and a deep sense of urgency. His emotions are tinged with the weight of the moment, but his faith in Indy and the group’s resilience never wavers.

Urgent and concerned for Henry’s life, relieved when Indy survives the trials, and intellectually engaged in solving the Grail’s challenges.

Anxious for Henry → Urgent as Indy faces trials → Relieved as the Grail is found

Exasperated and eager to leave, his emotional state a mix of relief (that they survived) and impatience (to put the ordeal behind them). He is emotionally detached from the father-son moment, prioritizing the group’s safety over personal revelations.

Weary but resolute—his plea to 'go home' is both a practical suggestion and an emotional release, but his immediate assumption of the lead role in departure shows his unwavering commitment to the group’s safety.

Contemplative relief with underlying anxiety—Brody feels the weight of their survival but is acutely aware of the lingering dangers and the fragility of their victory.