Deep in the Egyptian desert, a handful of people searching for a long-lost treasure have just unearthed a 3,000 year old legacy of terror. Combining the thrills of a rousing adventure with the suspense of the legendary 1932 horror classic, The Mummy is a true nonstop action epic, filled with dazzling visual effects, top-notch talent and superb storytelling.
Yep, this is one of those other misnamed films like the “Godzilla” (1998), which could have been called “Lissardus” and has no relationship to “Godzilla, King of the Monsters”. We could call this movie, “Mummy Dearest”; no wait, that title is taken. How about “Mr. Sandman,” which has no relation to “The Mummy” (1932). Do not try to tell me that Boris Karloff and Brendan Fraser are doppelgangers.
A reviewer once asked why people keep doing dumb things. Part of the fun is saying, “stay in the car” or, in this case, “don’t read that!” Just because this is not my favorite type of movie does not mean it was not done well for the type. There are always those that want it scarier, with better graphics, and with some sort of script. I swear someone would even have Imhotep change his name to Freddie.
I would like to say something negative about this movie. But then why do I keep watching it? I think that once you get past the name thing, this is a fun movie.
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