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I enjoy films replete with both action and philosophical content, as they best synthesize empirical observation with rational thought. Some of my favorites are the "Star Wars" series, "Gladiator", the "Harry Potter" and "Lord of the Rings" series, directed by men whose creativity deserves to be applauded, Lucas and Spielberg. Of older films I prefer the even more contemplative sort. Take, for example, the 1949 production of "The Fountainhead". It was an excellent companion to the book itself. Mostly, I do not mind action-replete films so long as the action is PURPOSEFUL. I think one of the most vivid illustrations of purposeful action is the Indiana Jones series, which places the main character in conflicts against history's great evils, Nazism, sacrificial polytheism (in "Temple of Doom"), but also in the deciding position for ethical dillemas (such as, whether to assist a village, whether to pursue the Holy Grail and the Ark of the Covenant). "Indiana Jones" is a profoundly realistic film in the metaphysical sense, for the choices of the character ultimately determine the outcome of the plot.