Verbal Irony: Mola Ram In Hell?
Indiana Jones proudly exclaims “Mola Ram! Prepare to meet Kali... in Hell!” This is a sarcastic remark because, in fact, the Thuggee don’t believe in Hell - something he knows very well.
Dramatic Irony: The Thuggee
Audiences know that the Thuggee exist when Captain Blumburtt, a leading British member of the military, mentions that they don’t.
Dramatic Irony: Bad Indy
Audiences know that Indiana Jones has been possessed with the help of black magic, but Short Round and Willy don’t know this.
Situational Irony: Short Round, Driver?
In one memorable scene in the film, Short Round, who is both short and a child, drives a large car.
Situational Irony: Monkey Brains
In an early scene in the film, Indy and his sidekicks eat monkey brains. This is not only unexpected, but untrue: brains are not an Indian delicacy.
