Tale of the Mummy
Tale of the Mummy

Tale of the Mummy

1998Movie88 minEnglish

Centuries ago, under the sands of ancient Egypt, a Prince was buried and his tomb eternally cursed so that no man would ever again suffer from his evil ways. But hundreds of years later on a greedy search for treasure, a group of archaeologists break the cursed seal of the tomb. Every man vanishes without a trace, leaving behind only a log book, and a deadly warning of the legend of the bloodthirsty Talos.

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IMDb3.7/10
Director: Russell MulcahyGenres: Horror, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

In ancient Egypt, a priest attempts to bring back a pharaoh's daughter from the dead. Centuries later, a team of archaeologists uncovers the pharaoh's tomb, awakening an ancient curse and a monstrous mummy. The team must then find a way to defeat the undead creature before it unleashes its vengeance upon the world.

Critical Reception

Tale of the Mummy was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, often cited for its weak plot, uninspired special effects, and poor acting. It is generally considered one of the worst films of the late 1990s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Widely panned for its unoriginal storyline and reliance on tired horror tropes.
  • Criticized for low-budget special effects that fail to create a convincing mummy or atmosphere.
  • Noted for its predictable plot and uninspired performances from the cast.

Google audience: Audience reception for Tale of the Mummy is largely negative, with viewers frequently expressing disappointment in the film's predictable plot and lack of genuine scares. Many found the special effects to be dated and unconvincing, contributing to a generally unenjoyable viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a sequel to The Mummy (1932) but evolved into an original story.

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CinemaSerf

Ok, straight to the point.... Why? What on earth was Russell Mulcahy thinking when he decided that this was ever going to work? Aside from an all too brief appearance from Christopher Lee (though easy enough to explain if he'd actually been...