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Rating: 7/10 (24 July 2019)

Great fun adventure movie that stands the test of time, for the most part. surprisingly better than the new tom cruise version. i used to love this movie but was reluctant to go back and watch it because i thought it would be stupid and outdated. this is actually a good movie, with some dumb stuff sprinkled in. the theme song is great. it is fun, funny, good banter, good likable characters. the story took its time to set up without ever feeling slow or boring. there was a little cheese, and some dumb stuff, but surprising little for a movie made in 1999. i don't know what movie makers are doing wrong, but the new mummy was made almost 20 years later, with a way better cast, larger budget, and significantly more knowledge built over the years. it doesn't make sense. (about 3 viewings)