Object

Falling Burning Beam — The Raven Saloon (Raiders of the Lost Ark)

Heavy burning ceiling beam that falls during the collapse of The Raven saloon in Raiders of the Lost Ark; contributes to the firestorm that forces Marion to retrieve the scalding medallion.

2 appearances

Purpose

Blocks paths and endangers characters, forcing rapid evasion and improvised actions during the bar's fiery collapse

Significance

Heightens peril to compel Marion's return for the medallion, forging her partnership with Indy and embedding her stake in the quest

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

2 moments

S1E1 · RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK

Ashes and Alliance: Marion Claims the Medallion

A heavy burning beam falls from the ceiling during the escape, increasing urgency and physical peril; its fall forces hurried movement and punctuates the destruction of Marion's establishment.

Before: Part of the bar's ceiling structure, burning but intact.

After: Collapsed onto the floor, contributing to debris and fire, blocking/complicating escape routes.

View full event

S1E1 · RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK

Flames, the Medallion, and a Reluctant Partnership

A heavy burning beam falls from the ceiling during the fight, increasing the immediate danger, forcing movement, and punctuating the urgency of Indy’s attempts to drag Marion out; it functions as an environmental actor shaping decisions and timing.

Before: Supporting element of the roof, ablaze and structurally compromised.

After: Collapsed to the floor, contributing to debris, flames, and blocked egress.

View full event