The new Version of a classic, is a Winner

Rating: 9/10 (13 May 1999)

The Mummy was all at once corny, sappy, superstitious, action filled, comedic, and most of all Fun. The visual affects had me taken aback from the very start; the shots of ancient Egypt were great they actually made it come to life without being garish or overdone. The story was not too complex to follow nor was it One Dimensional, the characters were likeable and the acting was excellent. One thing needs to be said, and that is Brendan Fraser stole the show. I was at first tentative about him in an action role but I am thoroughly convinced, he delivered his lines so well that you forgot he was just playing a part. This movie is a glorious action/adventure/comedy/love story, which I hope will not be lost in the Star Wars Onslaught.