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Summary: I'm so glad I waited
Review: For the Ultimate DVD of "THE MUMMY". This offering is much expanded from the previous DVD release. It offers the film in regular and widescreen versions, and in addition to the commentary from writer/director Steven Sommers and editor Bob Duscay that was included in the previous release, it also contains two additional commentaries, one from star Brendan Fraser, and one that includes Oded Fehr, Arnold Vosloo, And Kevin J. O'Connor. To hear that many separate versions of what went on during filming is marvelous! We also get deleted scenes, documentaries, previews of the sequel, trailers, and a gorgeous photo montage on two DVDs that encompass just about everything you could possibly want to know about mummies and movies. And at the heart of it all? A terrific film that never fails to make me jump, laugh, gasp, and feel good. Of course, Brendan Fraser is fabulous, but the performances of the supporting cast are also amazing, particularly John Hannah in the uncharacteristic role of a comic Englishman. Worth having in your collection.
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Summary: Really good
Review: I liked very very much this film, great acting, great FX, it's also funny, and it's not exagereted, i just haved a great time with, it , it's really very impressing, i just hope that the sequel it's just as good.
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Summary: Great Fun and a Great DVD Package
Review: I wasn't all that impressed with this flick the first time I saw it. But it wasn't the movie's fault - I was judging it as a more "serious" kind of adventure, like Raiders of the Lost Ark. But it isn't - it's a more tongue in cheek comedic adventure. And a very good one.Subsequent viewings have improved the film. I enjoy it more each time as I catch new subtlties and nice touches - one of the things for which DVD is so well suited. The special effects, about which so much has been said, are nothing short of phenomenal. The extras on this Ultimate Edition DVD are excellent. An entire second disc is devoted to such goodies as a fairly thorough listing of Egyptian gods, maps, and other fascinating details of ancient Egyptian life. Several language tracks, spot on surround sound options, featurettes, commentary and trailers, plus previews of the new sequel round out the package. I'd have liked some outtakes - they'd go particularly well with this genre of movie - and some deleted scenes, but otherwise this Ultimate Edition DVD is the total package. It's a load of fun to watch, holds its charm through repeated veiwings, and this DVD package has just the kind of great extra features that make buying a DVD worthwhile. In short, a very good buy.
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Summary: THE MUMMY: The Ultimate Edition DVD
Review: THE MUMMY is a remake of a 1939 movie of the same name. This version tells the story of a woman named Evelyn and her brother Johnathan, who discover a map leading to The City of the Dead in Egypt, so Evelyn hires a man named Rick O'Connell to take her and her brother to the mythical city, because he claims he has been there before. Once they get to the City of the Dead, they accidentally unleash a 3,000 year old mummified preist named Imhotep. Now, Imhotep must find and kill the people responsible for ressurecting him so that he can restore all his power and become invincible. This movie has everything; action, horror, romance, and a little bit of humor thrown in for good measure. The Ultimate Edition DVD of this film includes 2 theatrical trailers, wide-screen and full-screen versions of the film, 2 documentaries on the making of the film, and much more.
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Summary: How did Brandan Fraser become an actor?
Review: OK the FX stuff was really cool and that would be the only reason I would ever consider buying this DVD set, I haven't seen everything on the 2 disc set yet but the extras are kinda nice. However for the movie itself ... what can I say a sad, sad story line and I have no idea how on this planet or any other Brandan Fraser became an actor I've seen better acting out of my "faking illness" childern. Keep George in the Jungle and don't let him out and Dudley did wrong big time ... the worst part is they are making an sequal to this extreme waste of money. As I said the FX stuff was well worth watching the film if you are into that stuff as I am, but if you planned on see great acting and award winning writing, better find something else. Some one in Hollywood please fire this waste of and actor or at least get him a coach ... man I hope he gets better he sure can't get any worse.
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Summary: VERY GOOD ENTERTAINMENT
Review: THis movie is a good action/comedy thriller. Of course acting is poor and story line is not strong, but in the end you'll get exactlky what you're paying for: fun !
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Summary: Get a sense of humor!
Review: It's just amazing to me how many people pan this movie. COnsidering how wretched most big budget movies today are, this is undoubetly one of the better ones. I expected this to be as bad as the rest of them, and was pleasantly surprised. Good spoof of the old serials, great special effects THAT DID DOMINATE the fun story, humor, some romance, really very nicely done. I guess I am out of touch with movies today - I thoroughly dislike 3 out of 4 movies I see - I really liked this one.
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Summary: Ultimate Edition a must for "Mummy" fans
Review: One of my favorite features of DVD technology is the ability to add a voice-over commentary to the film. "The Mummy" Ultimate edition DVD has three; one with director Stephen Sommers and editor Bob Ducsay, one with star Brendan Fraser, and another with Arnold Vosloo (The Mummy), Oded Fehr (Ardeth Bay), and Kevin J. O'Connor (Beni). The commentary with Sommers and Ducsay is perhaps the most revealing of the three. The filmakers are suprisingly honest and candid about the process of making the film. Sommers frequently expresses his frustration at dealing with extras (uncredited actors) and isn't above pointing out the mistakes in his own movie (watch for the arm of a crew member to pop into frame during the bar scene). Fraser's commentary, on the other hand, is more like watching an episode of Mystery Science Theater 3000. Though he reveals a little about his part in making the film, you can tell he is enjoying himself just as much as you are, if not more. At times he breaks out laughing as if he's seeing the film for the first time (witness his reaction to Beni's multilingual chanting when first coming face to face with The Mummy). The commentary with Vosloo, Fehr and O'Connor is informative but my least favorite of the three. Vosloo loves to talk and does a lot of it, often interrupting his costars to tell a story or plug the sequel (another thing he does a lot of). In short, if you enjoyed "The Mummy" and frequent the trivia section of Internet Movie Database, you'll enjoy the commentaries attatched to this film. You'll never look at the movie the same again.
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Summary: Note to DVD fans...
Review: The five-star rating here refers to the original "Collectors Edition" DVD of "The Mummy" that came out a while back; I'd rate the film itself 3 stars (light, but cool effects) but the disc itself was top-notch all the way. So a note to DVD fans; the only difference between this version and the original "Collectors Edition" is a few added interviews and the inclusion of a DTS mix of the soundtrack. The picture transfer itself is exactly the same, which is saying a lot since it is reference quality. (Especially on a 16x9 display through component video inputs). If your sound/home theater system is equipped for it, check out the DTS mix - it is, in many respects, better than the Dolby Digital mix on the first disc (better channel separation and richer bass and vocal tones), but again, only if your system is set up for it will you notice any difference. If not, (and if you're not a die-hard fan of the film) there's no need to re-buy this one; however, if you've got the amps and the equipment, this one is a sure way to show off what a good home theater system can do - and blow away your friends at the same time! Pic's a huge amount of fun, though, either way you go...
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Summary: Enjoyable movie, brilliant special effects
Review: Giving reviews is like eating different food for the first time. Everyone has a different opinion on its taste, texture, health content,etc. But it boils down to did you like it enough to eat it again? Movies are the same thing, everyone has different opinions on the movies, its acting, special effects, closness to the original (if a remake), etc. But it boils down to this did you have fun watching the movie and would you watch it again. To me movies are just that entertainment, anyone that tries to take anything else away from a movie needs to get laid (pardon the language). The only reason I watch movies other than documentaries is to be entertained and escape reality for awhile. The Mummy did that for me. Sure the acting wasn't the best but it was fine for this movie. The special effects were awesome and justify sitting through this movie and owning it. Was it better than the original. I don't think that is the question that needs to be answered. The orignal is a classic and will stand in time as one of the best. When I saw this movie I decided not to compare it to the original, I wanted to watch it as its own entity. I did and without any preconceived expectations I enjoyed the movie. Bottom line is that this is a fine movie to go see and own. Don't judge it on the original, just enjoy it and be entertained and you will be fine. There are to many reviewers that pick a movie apart and trash them. People we don't care, did you know that people don't watch or not watch a movie because of your review. People will want to watch it and make their own judgement. My advice is go rent it if you like it then get this DVD. You wil like the extra features as well on the second DVD.
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