A New Take on a Universal Monster
The film reinvents the mummy character popularized by Universal's 1932 horror classic starring Boris Karloff.
Movie
The Mummy
The sands will rise. The heavens will part. The power will be unleashed.
Dashing legionnaire Rick O'Connell stumbles upon the hidden ruins of Hamunaptra while in the midst of a battle to claim the area in 1920s Egypt. It has been over three thousand years since former High Priest Imhotep suffered a fate worse than death as a punishment for a forbidden love, along with a curse that guarantees eternal doom upon the world if he is ever awoken.
Why it's in the Vault
The Mummy is pure adventure entertainment, bursting with ancient curses, supernatural creatures, spectacular action and irresistible humor. Brendan Fraser gives Rick O'Connell the perfect balance of swagger and self-mockery, while Rachel Weisz brings intelligence, charm and wonderful comic timing to Evelyn Carnahan. Stephen Sommers revives the spirit of classic Hollywood adventure with an infectious enthusiasm, supported by impressive creature effects and Jerry Goldsmith's sweeping orchestral score. Some digital effects have visibly aged, but the film's pace, chemistry and generous imagination remain remarkably enjoyable. A wonderfully entertaining cult adventure that captures the exuberant spirit of late-1990s blockbuster cinema.
— Matty, Curator of the Vault*
Atmosphere
Adventurous, mysterious, playful, spectacular, supernatural
Adventure and exploration
Supernatural mystery
Action and spectacle
Playful humor
Contains frightening mummies, insects, supernatural horror, action violence, deaths, gunfire and some disturbing imagery.
Dans les coulisses
Ce qu'on ne voit pas à l'écran
Morocco Becomes Egypt
Major desert scenes were filmed in Morocco, including the area around Erfoud, rather than in Egypt.
A Digital Mummy
Industrial Light & Magic created computer-generated effects for Imhotep's decaying body and supernatural transformations.
A Dangerous Hanging Scene
Brendan Fraser has described briefly losing consciousness during the hanging sequence.
Jerry Goldsmith's Adventure Score
The legendary composer created the film's sweeping orchestral music, a major part of its epic atmosphere.
An Oscar Nomination for Sound
The film received a nomination for Best Sound at the 2000 Academy Awards.
Aux origines
A reimagining of Universal's The Mummy (1932)
Palette
Les couleurs du film
Desert Sand#C7A16A
Ancient Gold#B58A43
Mummy Linen#D5C7A8
Tomb Shadow#37332D
Nile Turquoise#4E8B88
Scarlet Curse#943F35
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