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 a…

Considering the negative buzz surrounding this film, my expectations were low. As someone who enjoys science fiction, fantasy, and horror, I felt compelled to watch it despite the criticism. I honestly can’t grasp why so many people dismiss it as being completely awful. It's true that it isn’t a fantastic movie, but it certainly isn’t terrible either. It avoids simply copying the original *Mummy* films, which…

It’s hard to forget when _Dracula Untold_ failed to launch Universal's planned series of monster movies, leading them to abandon the idea. Now it seems they need to start over again, because _The Mummy_ doesn't even measure up to _Dracula Untold_. The film’s only positive aspect is Sofia Boutella’s performance as the Mummy, though she can’t really rescue what is a pretty disastrous production. _Final rating:★½: - …

The movie really missed the mark, failing to live up to the standard set by the 1999 version, and I can see why audiences will draw comparisons between the two. Tom Cruise’s performance felt almost comical, and what was surprising was witnessing people in the theater laughing during an action sequence that now seems noticeably flawed. It's a mixed experience overall, a disappointing beginning for what’s intended to b…

I’m not even sure where to begin with this one; it’s truly awful. Before I completely dismantle the movie, let me explain that I went in hoping for something good. I'm a fan of Tom Cruise, Sofia Boutella, Russell Crowe, and the Universal Monsters franchise. Unfortunately, my expectations weren’t met. The film suffers from some of the most jarring tonal issues I’ve ever encountered. Inconsistent tone is one …