'Raiders of the Lost Ark': Fans tweet their Spielberg awe

Harrison Ford, left, and Steven Spielberg answer questions following Hero Complex's "Raiders of the Lost Ark" 30th anniversary screening on Monday at L.A. Live. (Don Kelsen / Los Angeles Times)

Steven Spielberg was greeted by a standing ovation Monday night at the “Raiders of the Lost Ark” 30th anniversary screening, hosted by Hero Complex at L.A. Live.

The film’s star, Indiana Jones actor Harrison Ford, made a surprise appearance, interrupting Spielberg during the Q&A portion of the event, then joining him onstage.

It’s the first time the pair have spoken about the film together in public, Spielberg said, and judging from the number of camera phones that suddenly appeared in the audience when Ford walked out, the fans were thrilled.

Hero Complex will be posting its first clip from the event today. In the meantime, here’s a look at what some fans had to say on Twitter:

Thanks to @LAHeroComplex for a great 30th anniversary 'Raiders' screening with Mr Spielberg and Mr Harrison Ford.—
(@edgarwright) September 13, 2011

Harrison and Steven were great fun last night. Fun to hear about the making of one of the great films of our time. #raiders30—
Nathan Scoggins (@NateScoggins) September 13, 2011

Just back from an amazing screening of Raiders at the Regal followed by a Q&A with Steven Spielberg and Harrison Ford. It was BEAUDIFUL!—
Simon Pegg (@simonpegg) September 13, 2011

I will stop. But the 3 standing ovations for Spielberg & Ford didn't last nearly long enough for me to express my gratitude. #Raiders30—
Brice Tidwell (@bricetidwell) September 13, 2011

I think Raiders Of The Lost Ark was the best movie I saw in theaters this summer. #Raiders30—
Robert Magness (@robertmagness) September 13, 2011

My E.T. photo signed by the fantastic Mr. Spielberg at the #raiders30 screening
yfrog.com/h4hccxlj—
Jason Croddy (@movieguy711) September 13, 2011

I met Spielberg!!! I think my hand is still shaking. Such an epic night. #raiders30 yfrog.com/nt8c5kj—
Jennifer Gonzalez (@_jenngonzalez) September 13, 2011

Steven spielberg and Harrison Ford are sitting right in front of me. I might die. My 5 year old crush on han solo is crying inside—
Brigitte Smith (@BrigitteKS) September 13, 2011

So as "Raiders of the Lost Ark" credits rolled last night, Steven Spielberg was waiting offstage….and whistling along with theme.—
Geoff Boucher (@LATherocomplex) September 13, 2011

– Noelene Clark

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