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The Mummy
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Audience Rating: Unrated
Binding: VHS Tape
EAN: 9780783234281
Format: Black & White, Closed-captioned, Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered, NTSC
ISBN: 0783234287
Label: Universal Studios
Languages: Arabic (Original Language), AnalogEnglish (Original Language), AnalogFrench (Original Language), Analog
Manufacturer: Universal Studios
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Universal Studios
Release Date: May 04, 1999
Running Time: 74 minutes
Studio: Universal Studios
Theatrical Release Date: December 22, 1932
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Editorial Review:
You have to hand it to the walking dead. What they lack in speed and agility, they more than make up for in sheer single-minded determination. Im-Ho-Tep is a case in point. He's an ancient Egyptian priest, cursed for his terrible crimes against the gods. A team of British archaeologists digs up his sarcophagus, along with a box inscribed with a warning that opening it will unleash death and destruction. You'll never guess what they do. Once freed, Im-Ho-Tep takes on the appropriately evil alias Ardath Bey and gets to the task of resurrecting his ancient lover--which will, of course, require a living human surrogate. While the premise may sound formulaic, The Mummy in fact turns out to be bracingly weird, relying on atmospheric creepiness rather than on jump-out-and-scare-you effects. Boris Karloff gives a terrific performance as Im-Ho-Tep. He has all the malevolence the film requires, but also manages subtler touches; the expression in his eyes as he is wrapped in preparation for being buried alive is absolutely chilling. Instead of forcing him to do all the tedious shambling around that so many mummies resort to, the filmmakers have wisely given Im-Ho-Tep/Ardath Bey a nearly living appearance once he's cleaned up and has a few psychic powers to boot, making him a potent adversary. Stock up on ace bandages and prepare for a good spooky evening. --Ali Davis
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Genuinely eerie, occult thriller...
Perhaps surprisingly,this is Boris Karloff's most accomplished,scariest film.As has been noted,its NIGHTMARE ambiance is gripping and,often, hypnotically disturbing.Director Jack Pierce does not rely on FX razzle-dazzle or violence,but rather atmosphere of(perverse)LOVE that surpasses anything PM pseudos attempt to gross you out-with. Its ensemble cast(particularly beautiful,ingenue-like Zita Johann)is note perfect. Blending of mystery,"romance"and sheer terror create a bizarre(black x white photography ... Read More
Rating:  - An Undying Love...
Imhotep (Boris Karloff) is found in his coffin with the spells to guide him to the underworld scratched off. He was buried alive for attempting to bring his true love Anuksunamun back from the dead. Archaeologists take interest in this strange find, and one's curiosity gets the best of him when he begins to read the ancient scroll that brings mummies back to life. Of course, the revivication brings about death for those involved. The mummy's long-buried love is still on his mind, so he does all he can to ... Read More
Rating: - Classic Mummy movie has more life than many a more recent film
I recently bought the DVD for the Mummy, one of Karloffs greatest roles. I wasnt sure what to expect of such an old film. But i was pleasantly surprised at how well the film was made, acted and directed, and how well it conveyed the sense of creepy menace.
The story is well known, of Imhoteps revivication and quest for his love of 3700 years before.
The film employs german expressionistic techniques to create menace that more than match modern special effects. Understated performances also help ... Read More
Rating: - I Loved You Once!
Poor Boris! He never gets the girl! In this movie, he is a mummy buried alive for reviving a dead girl he loved while alive. He finally finds her only to discover she loves another man and wants to stay alive! Poor thing! I hope everything turns out all right in the end and Boris doesn't get any murderous ideas! The original Mummy can't be beat. A special movie.
Rating: - The ancient curse shall follow you
This classic monster movie slowly grabs you in a chokehold of atmospheric suspense, suffocates you in an overwhelming fear, and drags you through the ancient ressurection of forbidden love.
This landmark film still looks creepy after 75 years in the cinematic tombs. It rises like a recurring nightmare, destined to penetrate through the strains of your inner consciousness and leave you mystified.
Okay, I'm being a little dramatic, but this a great horror film that really stands the test of time. ... Read More
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