A remarkably commonplace and unremarkable production. So, here’s where Universal kicks off their attempt to revive the Universal Monsters universe—dubbed Dark Universe—starting with a revisiting of familiar territory in *The Mummy*. Unfortunately, the outcome is quite ordinary. Considering the existing number of “Mummy” movies already available, one might have hoped this new iteration would offer something fresh and exciting, but instead, it feels distressingly predictable. As a summer movie intended to entertain a broad audience, it delivers the expected action sequences, loudness, and star power with Tom Cruise and Russell Crowe. However, Cruise seems unenthusiastic in his role, Crowe’s casting is unintentionally comical (and made worse by a later, noticeable problem with his accent), while the supporting actors are overshadowed by the special effects. It doesn't manage to be sufficiently thought-provoking or humorous; it can even feel tedious at times. There are also clumsy attempts to connect this film to other monster stories, and a significant character introduction is handled poorly, while the ending falls completely flat. There are some appealing elements—the design of the “Mummy” itself is striking (those eyes!), a plane crash scene provides an adrenaline rush and stands out as a highlight, and the tomb/prison setting is well-designed. Beyond that, it becomes difficult to find anything worthwhile to appreciate, which speaks volumes in itself. At least the film looks and sounds impressive in HD; the colors and bass are quite immersive. It’s understandable that people want this movie judged independently of previous *Mummy* films, but the filmmakers have made that nearly impossible. They borrow elements from a 1940s film and even copy a scene from Stephen Sommers' Mummy movies. It lacks originality, and as an introduction to a potential franchise, it leaves Universal with considerable work ahead if they want to succeed. 5/10

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