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Attack of the Mayan Mummy
A scientist hypnotically regresses a woman to a previous life, a Mayan princess, who leads him to a secret tomb where the princess was buried - and the mummy of an ancient warrior, cursed to live after death and guard the treasure buried with her. Edited by Jerry Warren from the Mexican horror film LA MOMIA AZTECA, and following its general plot but with 36 minutes of new, American-made footage added and English narration in lieu of dubbed dialogue for the Mexican footage.
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Plot Summary
A group of adventurers, including a doctor and a reporter, travel to Mexico to investigate the mysterious death of an archaeologist. Their investigation leads them to a hidden temple where they disturb the ancient Mayan Mummy, who then awakens and begins a murderous rampage.
Critical Reception
Attack of the Mayan Mummy is a low-budget B-movie that has gained a cult following among fans of vintage horror and sci-fi. While critically panned upon its release for its simplistic plot, amateurish acting, and minimal special effects, it is often remembered for its earnest, albeit clumsy, attempts at creating suspense and its campy charm.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its campy, B-movie charm and nostalgic appeal.
Criticized for its slow pacing, weak acting, and predictable plot.
Appreciated by aficionados of low-budget 1960s horror.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this obscure film, but when available, they tend to highlight its status as a classic B-movie, with some appreciating its unintentional humor and others finding it simply too dated and poorly made to enjoy.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in just a few days on a very limited budget, typical of many B-movies from the era.
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