Mummy Movie Podcast

The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor is the third, and as of yet, final Brendan Fraser Mummy Movie. Unlike it's two predecessors, it moves away from Egypt and instead focuses on China. In this episode, we shall examine the historical accuracy and background information of the film, and finally review it.

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Bibliography

Ermerins, S. A. (2017). The Forever Army: Qin Shi Huang Di's Terracotta Warriors. Exigence, 1(1), 7.

IMDB. (2023). The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor. Retrieved from https://www.imdb.com/?ref_=nv_home

Lukas Nickel, The first emperor and sculpture in China, Bulletin of the School of Oriental and African Studies. University of London vol 76, no. 3 (2013): p. 413.

Rotten Tomatoes (2023). The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor. Retrieved from https://www.rottentomatoes.com/

Shi, J. (2014). Incorporating All for One: The First Emperor's Tomb Mound. Early China, 37, 359-391.

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In this episode, we examine the French film, The Extraordinary Adventures of Adèle Blanc Sec. In this instalment, we have sections on the background information of the film and the historical accuracy. Finally, I shall review the film.

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Bibliography

Foster, J, F. (2002) Ancient Egyptian literature: an anthology. University of Texas Press

Assmann, J. (2011). Death and salvation in ancient Egypt. Cornell University Press.

Brier, B., & Wade, R. S. (2001). Surgical procedures during ancient Egyptian mummification. Chungara: Revista de Antropología Chilena, 33(1), 117-123.

Dayagi-Mendels, M. (1989). Perfumes and cosmetics in the ancient world. Cornell University Press

Ibrahim, M. M. (2022). Three mummy warppings of Nesikhonsu (Cairo JE 96813). Shedet, 9(9), 152-170.

Hart, G. (2005). The Routledge dictionary of Egyptian gods and goddesses. Routledge.

Manning, J. G. (2008). Coinage as ‘code’in Ptolemaic Egypt. The Monetary Systems of the Greeks and Romans, 84-111.

Phillips, J. (1997). Punt and Aksum: Egypt and the horn of Africa. The Journal of African History, 38(3), 423-457.

Riemer, H. (2013). Desert road archaeology in ancient Egypt and beyond (Vol. 27). Heinrich-Barth-Institut.

Ross, K., Tadros, M., & Johnson, T. (2018). Christianity in North Africa and West Asia. Edinburgh University Press.

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Embark on a journey shrouded in mystery as we unravel the enigmatic tale of the Aztec Mummy, entwined with ancient blood rituals and the looming presence of an evil spirit. Join us in this episode as we delve deep into the heart of 'American Mummy' (2014).

Our adventure begins with an exploration of the rich tapestry of the Aztec civilization. Through the lens of the film, we're transported back in time, tracing the vibrant history and cultural legacy of this fascinating ancient society. From their awe-inspiring architecture to their intricate belief systems, we uncover the captivating secrets of the Aztec world.

But the intrigue doesn't end there. In the latter half of our journey, we shift gears to offer a comprehensive review of 'American Mummy.' With a critical eye, we dissect the film's narrative, performances, and cinematography, culminating in our verdict as we rate it out of ten.

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Words and Terms

Codex Telleriano-Remensis: This is a pictorial manuscript that provides valuable insight into the pre-Columbian Aztec civilization of Mexico. This codex largely consists of two parts. The Telleriano section is primarily concerned with the ritual calendar and the agricultural year of the Aztecs. The Remensis section focuses more on genealogy, history, and cosmology, with illustrations of deities, rulers, and mythical narratives.

Tenochtitlan: The capital city of the Aztec Empire, located on an island in Lake Texcoco in the Valley of Mexico. The city was founded in 1325 AD, and by the time the Spanish Conquistadors arrived there in the 16th century, it was inhabited by 200,000 people, several times bigger than any city in Europe.

Quetzalcoatl: One of the most important and revered deities in ancient Mesoamerican religion, particularly among the Aztecs and other Nahua peoples. The name Quetzalcoatl is derived from the Nahuatl language and is often translated as "feathered serpent." This deity held significant importance in various aspects of Mesoamerican cosmology, including creation myths, religious rituals, and social organization.

Bibliography

Aguilar-Moreno, M. (2006). Handbook to life in the Aztec world. Infobase Publishing.

Colston, S. A. (1985). "No Longer Will There Be a Mexico": Omens, Prophecies, and the Conquest of the Aztec Empire. American Indian Quarterly, 239-258.

Davies, N. (1987). The Aztec empire: the Toltec resurgence. University of Oklahoma Press.

IMDB. (2023). American Mummy. Retrieved from https://www.imdb.com/?ref_=nv_home

León-Portilla, M. (2006). The broken spears 2007 revised edition: the Aztec account of the conquest of Mexico. Beacon Press.

Pennock, C. D. (2008). Bonds of blood: gender, lifecycle, and sacrifice in Aztec culture. Springer.

Pennock, C. D. (2012). Mass murder or religious homicide? Rethinking human sacrifice and interpersonal violence in Aztec society. Historical Social Research/Historische Sozialforschung, 276-302.

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A tale of greed, a cursed ancient amulet, and the worst looking mummy of all time. In this episode, we examine Mummy Reborn from 2019.

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Words and Terms

Uraeus - the symbol of a cobra, standing on its tale, and ready to spit fire at any who threaten the pharaoh. This symbol represented Wadjet, the cobra goddess of Lower Egypt.

Winged Scarab Beetle Amulet - a type of amulet that became popular in the Late Period of Egypt. These were typically made of Egyptian faience, and were made to link the deceased with the newly born sun.

Egypt Faience Items

Winged Scarab = https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/552844

Lotiform Chalice - https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/548339

Shabti - https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/561108

Bibliography

Cooney, K. M. (2008). Scarab. UCLA Encyclopedia of Egyptology, 1(1).

Hart, G. (2005). The Routledge dictionary of Egyptian gods and goddesses. Routledge

Ikram, S. (2003). Death and burial in Ancient Egypt. Cairo: The American University in Cairo Press

IMDB. (2023). The Mummy Reborn. Retrieved from https://www.imdb.com/?ref_=nv_home

IMDB. (2023). The Mummy Rebirth. Retrieved from https://www.imdb.com/?ref_=nv_home

Nicholson, P, T, and Rose, P, J. Egyptian Faience. (2000). In Nicholson. P. T and Shaw. I (Eds), Ancient Egyptian materials and technology. PP. 177-195.

Middleton, R. (1962). Brother-sister and father-daughter marriage in ancient Egypt. American Sociological Review, 603-611.

Pinch, G. (2003). Ancient Egyptian Magic. University of Texas Press; Univ of Texas PR ed. edition

Toivari-Viitala, J. (2013). Marriage and divorce. UCLA Encyclopedia of Egyptology, 1(1).

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In this episode, we look into the Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior from 2008. During the episode, as well as reviewing the film, a trained Egyptologist and Archaeologist shall look into background information and historical accuracy.

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Bibliography

Altaweel, M., & Squitieri, A. (2018). Revolutionizing a world: from small states to universalism in the pre-Islamic Near East (p. 336). UCL Press.

Cook, A. B. (2010). Zeus: a study in ancient religion (Vol. 2). Cambridge University Press

Ikram, S. (2010). Mummification. UCLA Encyclopedia of Egyptology, 1(1).

Ikram, S. (2015). Death and burial in ancient Egypt. American University in Cairo Press.

IMDB. (2023). The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior. Retrieved from https://www.imdb.com/?ref_=nv_home

Herodotus. Histories. Dewald C. (2008). OUP Oxford. London

Livius (2023). Cicero on Damocles. Retrieved from https://www.livius.org/

McDermott, S. (2002). Ancient Egyptian footsoldiers and their weapons (Doctoral dissertation, The University of Manchester).

Mark, L. (1997). The complete pyramids: Solving the ancient mysteries. London: Thames & Hudson

Rotten Tomatoes (2023). The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior. Retrieved from https://www.rottentomatoes.com/

Shaw, I. (2001). Egyptian warfare and weapons. Shire Publications

Turner, S. (2015). The horse in New Kingdom Egypt: Its introduction, nature, role and impact. Macquarie University

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