The Peculiar Influence of Horror/Mythology Blockbuster ‘The Mummy’ on Gaming
Horror and mythology movies offer the best of both worlds for history buffs and horror lovers. And when you do your research, there’s hardly a shortage of them. Taking something as popular as mythology and transforming it into something unique is an art in itself, and there are plenty of movies that have pulled this off. We look at The Mummy (1999) and its strong influence on gaming. We’re not talking about the latest Tom Cruise reboot from 2017. We’re talking about the classic one. The one from 1999 that features our beloved Brendan Fraser. It was a commercial success, what with its awe-inspiring Egyptian setting and horror-fueled adventure. This movie throws some horror elements into the mix. There’s a scene in the movie that involves live mummification. And while it’s certainly a gruesome concept that has you nail-biting, it’s also a direct acknowledgment of the culture of ancient Egypt. Mummification was a prominent part of ancient Egyptian life, so
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