Campy, but a lot of fun!

Rating: 9/10 (28 March 2005)

The Mummy is an effects-laden re-manufacture of the classic Mummy tale. It's an action movie, not a horror movie. Although there are some creepy parts, by an large this is a standard, shoot-em-up, monster movie. And that's just fine.
When you take it for what it is, it's a lot of fun. The visuals are stunning, the effects are enjoyable, the action keeps you on the edge of your seats. The whole film has a fast pace to it, but not overwhelmingly so.
But the best part of the Mummy is the characters. They're a lot of fun, and easily make up for any flaws in electronic gimmickry. Brendan Fraser as the hero, Rachel Weisz as Evie, & John Hannah as Jonathan are a perfect trio, they bring a great deal of humor and just the perfect amount of campiness for a movie of this type. They, and the supporting cast as well (including the American tomb raiders, Kevin O'Connor as the sleazy desert guide Beni, and especially Omid Djalili as the Warden, are THE key reason to see this film.
I love this film, and grab it off the DVD shelf every now and then when I'm just looking for some plain, old-fashioned entertainment.
9 out of 10 Barky