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The Mummy (Ultimate Edition)

The Mummy (Ultimate Edition)

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Rating: 3 stars
Summary: Good.....but not great.
Review: Ok, folks, this movie was ok. However, anyone who would give it five stars is a moron. This was not a GREAT movie it was a GOOD movie. I also can't see how anyone can compare this movie with Raiders of the Lost Ark. That was a GREAT movie. It was nominated for best picture. It was original. How much slapstick comedy did you see in Raiders? How many cliches did you catch in Raiders? There is a difference between slapstick/stupid comedy and true witty humor. It's obvious that most movie goers can't make this distinction.
The main reason that I like this film is because of the way they designed the Mummy (Imhotep). Excellent casting there. He was menacing and he was powerful. His character carries this movie.
Unfortunately, there is just way too much comedy in this flick. It detracts from any suspense or awe. It's hard to get caught up in a movie when the main characters are constantly saying and doing STUPID things.
Like I said, it's a good movie. But don't expect Ben Hur.

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: a lopsidED REVIEW
Review: On some points this ain't that bad, but on some points it stinks. Let's go through the pros first.

Pros:
Good Special Effects
Brendan Fraser Is Not That Bad Of A Actor
Good For Non-Thinking Days (For Me, That Doesn't Happen That Often)

Cons:
Lousy Story Line
Lousy Script

Yes it is true, a bad script makes a bad movie. But this movie is not bad, just could have been WAY better. I think this is not on the top of my to buy list. Rent it, but buy the original first.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: The Mummy
Review: When I saw this movie "The Mummy" it was an awesome movie to see. The reason why it is a good movie to see is because it reminds you that you are in an history place.

This is the movie that is about ancient times way back in the days. Rick O'Connell know as Brendon Fraser played an awesome part in this movie. He was the main person that challenged our brains by learning about mummies.

So, in conclusion if you saw this movie or haven't seen this movie then you will think that your mind is physically challenged by learnig about mummies and thinking that you are in ancient times, and that you will also think you did learn something by wathing this movie.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: SIMPLY WOW !!
Review: This is a Great Movie ....I enjoyed every second of it. I personnaly think that "The Mummy" is much better then "The Mummy Returns". In terms of the special effects "the Mummy" is better,
....however in terms of story line & action, "The Mummy Return" is better. Having said that , I think both are enqually entertaining....It's fun to watch. Get it ! sit back ....relax...and enjoy.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: What's the harm in just reading a book?
Review: This movie was a pleasant surprise because it actually had me laughing so hard I hurt.

It made me laugh when Brendan Frazier, (O'Connor), the man out to save Rachel Weeiz, (Evy), decided not to fight the guards he rushed. It is good to see that something with an old title has a fresh, new, and comical insight. I enjoyed the classical movie of the same name, but this one was great too.

Bennie's character was just as sandy as Imhotep's. His greed for wealth only surpassed his desire for self-preservation. I like Rachel's comment to him, "Bad people always get their comeuppance in the end. They really do." I don't know why, but I laughed at the cryptic prophecy. Her brother was somethng of a bumbling inept, but very comical.

I can't wait to see the second installment of this movie.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: I LOVE EVELYN
Review: Rachel Wesiz stars in this action packed thriller see it today. The only thing good about Anck Su Namun is that she takes her clothes off.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: The most fun I've had watching a movie in years!
Review: Brendan Fraser is Rick O'Connell, an ex-Legionnaire (who happens to be American) who is leading an expedition (which includes Rachel Weisz and John Hanna) in Egypt to the lost city of Hamunaptra. Upon arrival, they accidentally awaken the ancient mummy of a priest, whose goal is world dominion! Big-budget action/adventure is a complete delight, packed with sensationally thrilling action sequences, an abundance of big laughs, all of which makes this simply one of the most entertaining summer rides I've ever seen. Brendan Fraser stands out as the likable hero, and he and Weisz have sizzlingly cute chemistry. Very enthusiastically recommended (though it's too bad I can't say the same for the sequel).

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Spectacular!
Review: This movie turned out to be very entertaining. Brendan Fraser
plays the role of a man who is hired by our heroine to aid her in an archeological expedition.There they bring back to life the very evil Imhotep.Imhotep is determined to bring his girlfriend back to life.This procedure is really action packed.You are treated to some dazzling special effects.The armies that are called up by Imhotep to do battle for him are also very good.The
action sequences in this movie are something to behold.The scenery that is used in this movie brings back images of ancient
Egypt. The supporting actors in this movie are also very good.
This is a movie that you will enjoy. Buy it.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: More fun than a bucket full of scarabs
Review: I really enjoyed watching The Mummy. It is a really interesting view of ancient Egyptian mythology taking form in the modern world. The special effects were cool and the scenery was very realistic. The actors werent bad, either. I ecpecially liked how the black Book of The Dead looked. Oh yeah, the scarabs were cute, too! :)

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: A lot of fun under wraps!
Review: Unlike the black and white Universal monster flick of the same name and basic story line, this MUMMY is not a horror film rather an adventure of the RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK genre. And, the result is a pleasant surprise offering a fun screenplay, great special effects, over the top acting and a wonderful musical score by Jerry Goldsmith.

Director/Screenwriter Stephen Sommers approached the work with confidence and moves the 2-hour story along at breakneck speed like a plague of locusts never slowing down for plot exposition. The sheer speed also allows plot holes to fly by you undetected. Although the effects and approach have changed drastically, there are elements of THE MUMMY that would fit in the 50s classic. A couple of the characterizations, most notably Beni and the brother Jonathan are of the over-the-top variety so often used in those chillers. Even our hero has little to no character development, just an adventurer throughout. But, where the classic is now static due to technological limitations, this CGI creature can accomplish great stuff, previously unimaginable. Sometimes the visuals are frighteningly uncomfortable, like when scarab bugs are seen crawling underneath layers of skin. My bandages are off to the computer artists.

Brendan Fraser is our hero Rick O'Connell and carries enough charisma to carry over into two other movies. Somehow, he is able to pull off even the most ridiculous dialogue. And his love-interest, Rachel Weisz is of the beautiful, bright British department, similar to Helena Bonham Carter. All of this is well supported by the musical maestro Jerry Goldsmith who adds heroic textures throughout the entire film. THE MUMMY has already seen 2 releases on DVD, The first has a picture of the heroes with the mummy's face sculpted out of sand. The Second, more advanced release was entitled THE ULTIMATE EDITION and features pyramids on the cover. This is the better of the two as it has two discs of material but if you are not into the extras, save yourself a couple bucks by going for the first release. Both have a great audio transfer, and will challenge your Surround Sound System. The video also looks great on bothe releases.

I want my mummy!


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