THE MUMMY (PG) Presented in 35mm

The Mummy at The Revival House Perth

In 1926 Egypt, adventurous American Rick O'Connell (Brendan Fraser) is rescued from a Cairo prison by librarian and aspiring Egyptologist Evelyn Carnahan (Rachel Weisz) and her hapless brother Jonathan (John Hannah). Evelyn needs Rick to guide her to Hamunaptra, the legendary City of the Dead, where she believes an ancient archive holds priceless historical treasures. What she doesn't know is that Hamunaptra is also the resting place of Imhotep (Arnold Vosloo), a cursed high priest who was mummified alive 3,000 years ago for his forbidden affair with Pharaoh's mistress. When a rival expedition accidentally resurrects Imhotep, the vengeful mummy begins regenerating his decayed body by consuming those who awakened him, seeking to resurrect his lost love and unleash the ten plagues of Egypt upon the world. Rick, Evelyn, and their allies must stop Imhotep before he regains full power—battling mummy armies, flesh-eating scarabs, and ancient curses.

Director Stephen Sommers reinvents the classic Universal monster for the blockbuster era, crafting a 1999 adventure that's equal parts Raiders of the Lost Ark and classic horror with a modern effects spectacle sheen. Brendan Fraser brings roguish charm and physical comedy to Rick, creating an action hero who's as funny as he is capable, while Rachel Weisz makes Evelyn brainy, brave, and charmingly clumsy. The chemistry between the leads elevates what could have been a simple creature feature into a genuinely entertaining romance-adventure. The special effects—particularly Imhotep's partially regenerated forms and the flesh-eating scarab swarms—still impress, mixing digital wizardry with practical makeup. Jerry Goldsmith's sweeping orchestral score captures both adventure and ancient menace. Sommers balances thrills, humor, and horror perfectly, never taking itself too seriously while delivering genuine excitement. It's pure popcorn entertainment executed with style and wit.

Original format and audio experience of this film faithfully reproduced by The Revival House. Presented in 35mm film unless noted otherwise.

When: Wednesday, May 20th at 7:20PM
Where: The Revival House at the Como Theatre
Rating: M (Medium level horror violence and scary scenes)

Sommers resurrects classic horror as swashbuckling adventure—experience Fraser's charming hero versus ancient curses on 35mm film.

Presented by: The Revival House Perth