Pharaoh's Curse
Pharaoh's Curse

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Pharaoh's Curse

1957
Movie
66 min
English

Archaeologists in Egypt find one of their crew has been turned into a blood sucking mummy after they have unleashed a three thousand year curse.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Lee SholemGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A team of archaeologists uncovers an ancient tomb in Egypt, disturbing the resting place of a mummy. As they delve deeper, they find themselves plagued by mysterious occurrences and a malevolent force that seems determined to prevent them from leaving. Supernatural events and a growing sense of dread suggest they have awakened an ancient curse.

Critical Reception

Pharaoh's Curse is a low-budget B-movie horror film from the 1950s, characterized by its suspenseful atmosphere and classic mummy-trope narrative. While not a critical darling, it has gained a cult following among fans of vintage horror for its eerie mood and straightforward scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective B-movie atmosphere and suspense.

  • Criticized for its dated special effects and simple plot.

  • Appreciated by genre fans for its classic mummy horror elements.

Google audience: Audience reception is mixed, with many appreciating it as a classic B-movie horror flick for its era, while others find it lacks the sophistication of more modern horror.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in the Universal Studios backlot, utilizing sets and props from previous Universal monster movies to create its Egyptian atmosphere.

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CinemaSerf

Well safe in the knowledge that this production got no nearer Egypt than California's Death Valley, we set off in search of a tomb. Remarkably, after what seems to be very little effort they discover Ramotep's last resting place and a-plund...