Mummy Movie Podcast
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The Mummy Movie Podcast unearths the fascinating intersection of ancient history, Egyptology, and horror cinema. Hosted by a trained Egyptologist, ancient historian, and archaeologist with experience in Egypt and the UK, this podcast uses the iconic Mummy as a symbol of both ancient Egypt’s mystery and the terror that has captivated audiences for generations.
Each episode delves into films centred around subjects such as ancient history, Egyptian mythology, and classic horror, offering expert reviews and insightful commentary. Beyond movie analysis, the podcast explores the real historical contexts behind these films, examining how ancient cultures, myths, and archaeological discoveries have influenced popular culture and horror storytelling. Special episodes also dive deeper into world history and the real stories behind these cinematic adventures.
Whether you're a fan of history, horror, or both, The Mummy Movie Podcast brings you a unique blend of entertainment and education, unwrapping the mysteries of the past while shedding light on how ancient Egypt continues to inspire modern-day films.
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The Mummy Reborn (2019)
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02/26/24 • 24 min
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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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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The Extraordinary Adventures of Adèle Blanc Sec
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05/29/23 • 38 min
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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The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor
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05/25/23 • 23 min
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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The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior
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05/15/23 • 16 min
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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Under Wraps 2
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02/19/24 • 15 min
An ancient love story, a vengeful enemy, and reunited friends. In this episode, we examine the Disney sequel film Under Wraps 2 (2022).
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Terms and Phrases
Deir el-Bahari - The mortuary temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut. Besides being one of the most breathtaking locations in Egypt, it is also the site where a cache was discovered in the 1800s. This cache contained the remains of most kings of the New Kingdom, including notable figures such as Thutmose I, II, and III, Seti I, Ahmose I, and Ramesses I, II, III, and IX.
Third Intermediate Period - This time period spanned approximately from 1077 BC to 656 BC, covering the 21st to 25th Dynasties. During this era, Egypt was not unified, and multiple dynasties ruled simultaneously. Interestingly, none of these dynasties were native to Egypt. The 21st to 24th Dynasties had Libyan origins, while the 25th Dynasty originated from Nubia (modern-day Sudan).
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Szafrański, Z. E. (2015). Tombs of the Third Intermediate Period on the upper terrace of the temple of Hatshepsut. Polish Archaeology in the Mediterranean, 2(XXIV), 183-204.
https://www.pcma.uw.edu.pl/wp-content/uploads/pam/PAM_XXIV_2/PAM_24_2_Szafranski_2.pdf
Bibliography
Allen, T. D. (2008). The ancient Egyptian family: kinship and social structure. Routledge.
Aston, B, G, Harrell, A and Shaw, I. Stone (2000). In Nicholson. P. T and Shaw. I (Eds), Ancient Egyptian materials and technology. PP. 5-78.
Aston, D. (2009). Burial assemblages of dynasty 21–25 (Vol. 54, p. 497). Verlag der Österreichischen Akademie der Wissenschaften.
Dodson, A. (2012). Afterglow of empire: Egypt from the fall of the New Kingdom to the Saite Renaissance. Oxford University Press.
Gashe, V. (2009). Burial practices in Predynastic and Old Kingdom Egypt: A site specific survey (Doctoral dissertation, The University of Manchester).
IMDB. (2023). Under Wraps 2. Retrieved from https://www.imdb.com/?ref_=nv_home
Mbokazi, J. T. (2002). Aspects of the family in Ancient Egypt (Doctoral dissertation, Stellenbosch: University of Stellenbosch).
Moore, C. A. (2014). Eternal Gaze: Third Intermediate Period Non-Royal Female Egyptian Coffins (Doctoral dissertation, Bowling Green State University).
Szafrański, Z. E. (2015). Tombs of the Third Intermediate Period on the upper terrace of the temple of Hatshepsut. Polish Archaeology in the Mediterranean, 2(XXIV), 183-204.
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House of Anubis Season 1: Episodes 3 and 4
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05/18/23 • 8 min
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American Mummy (2014)
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03/04/24 • 25 min
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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The Curse of the Aztec Mummy
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06/24/24 • 37 min
A Luchador Superhero, an evil Scientist Gangster, and an Aztec Mummy—it's all here in "The Curse of the Aztec Mummy." Join us as we review this Mexican masterpiece and use it as a jumping-off point to discuss some fascinating Aztec history.
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Link to Film: The Curse of the Aztec Mummy (1957)
Bibliography
Aguilar-Moreno, M. (2006). Handbook to life in the Aztec world. Infobase Publishing.
Bassett, M. H. (2015). The fate of earthly things: Aztec gods and god-bodies. University of Texas Press.
Clendinnen, I. (2010). The cost of courage in Aztec society: Essays on Mesoamerican society and culture. Cambridge University Press.
Conrad, G. W., & Demarest, A. A. (1984). Religion and empire: The dynamics of Aztec and Inca expansionism. Cambridge University Press.
IMDB. (2023). The Curse of Aztec Mummy (1957). 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.
Jansen, M., & Jiménez, G. A. P. (2017). Fifth Sun Rising. In Time and the ancestors (pp. 358-430). Brill.
Miller, M. E., & Taube, K. A. (1997). An illustrated dictionary of the gods and symbols of ancient Mexico and the Maya. Thames and Hudson.
Olivier, G. (2003). Mockeries and metamorphoses of an Aztec god: Tezcatlipoca, "lord of the smoking mirror".
Pennock, C. D. (2008). Bonds of blood: Gender, lifecycle, and sacrifice in Aztec culture. Springer.
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Exodus: Gods and Kings (Part 1)
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04/01/24 • 26 min
Hollywood meets the biblical story of Moses, as we delve into Ridley Scott's, Exodus: Gods and Kings (2014).
In this first part, we examine how accurate this epic is, and then in the second half, we dive into our review of the first half of the film.
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Bibliography
Assmann, J. (2005). Death and Salvation in Ancient Egypt. New York: Cornell University Press.
Assmann, J. (2003). The Ramesside Tomb of Nebsumenu (TT 183) and the ritual of the Opening of the Mouth. In S. N., & T. J.H, The Theban Necropolis:Past, Present and Future (pp. 53-60). London: British Museum Press.
Brand, P. J. (2000). The monuments of Seti I: epigraphic, historical, and art historical analysis (Vol. 16). Brill.
Campbell, C. (1913). The Miraculous birth of King Amon-Hotep III and other Egyptian studies. Edinburgh, Oliver and Boyd 1912. Sphinx: revue critique embrassant le domaine entier de l'égyptologie, 17(1), 163-173.
Carney, R. (2005). The Chariot: A Weapon that Revolutionized Egyptian Warfare. History Matters, II, 1-10.
Flavius, J. (2023). The Antiquities of the Jews. Simon and Schuster.
Ikram, S. (2003). Death and burial in Ancient Egypt. Cairo: The American University in Cairo Press
Leahy, A. (1984). Death by fire in ancient Egypt. Journal of the Economic and Social History of the Orient/Journal de l'histoire economique et sociale de l'Orient, 199-206.
McDermott, S. (2002). Ancient Egyptian footsoldiers and their weapons (Doctoral dissertation, The University of Manchester).
Müller-Wollermann, R. (2015). Crime and punishment in pharaonic Egypt. Near Eastern Archaeology, 78(4), 228-235.
Murnane, W. J. (1990). The road to Kadesh: a historical interpretation of the battle reliefs of King Sety I at Karnak (Vol. 4202). Oriental institute of the University of Chicago.
Rice, M. (2002). Who's who in Ancient Egypt. Routledge.
Shaw, I. (1991). Egyptian warfare and weapons. Shire Publications
Szpakowska, K. (2003). Behind closed eyes: dreams and nightmares in ancient Egypt.
Taylor, J. H. (2001). Death and the afterlife in ancient Egypt. University of Chicago Press.
Uphill, E. P. (1988). Egyptian towns and cities (Vol. 8). Princes Risborough: Shire Publications.
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A Frankenstein (1931) Special
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10/21/24 • 29 min
In this spine-chilling Halloween special, we dig up the cinematic grave of Frankenstein (1931), the film that redefined horror and gave life to one of the most iconic monsters in pop culture. But what’s the real story behind the bolts and bandages? Join us as we explore the origins of Mary Shelley's gothic masterpiece, the creative journey of bringing the monster to the silver screen, and the legendary impact this film had on the horror genre.
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Bibliography
Buehrer, Beverley B. (1993). Boris Karloff: A bio-bibliography. Westport, Conn: Greenwood Press.
IMDB. (2024). Frankenstein 1931. Retrieved from https://www.imdb.com/?ref_=nv_home
Horton, R. (2014) Frankenstein. New York & Chichester: Wallflower Press & Columbia University Press
Karrlzzz. (2012). Castle Thunder. Retrieved from https://archive.org/details/CastleThunder
Peirse, A. (2013). After dracula: The 1930s horror film. Bloomsbury Publishing.
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How many episodes does Mummy Movie Podcast have?
Mummy Movie Podcast currently has 127 episodes available.
What topics does Mummy Movie Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Horror Film, Film History, Horror Review, Podcasts, Tv & Film and Film Reviews.
What is the most popular episode on Mummy Movie Podcast?
The episode title 'American Mummy (2014)' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Mummy Movie Podcast?
The average episode length on Mummy Movie Podcast is 29 minutes.
How often are episodes of Mummy Movie Podcast released?
Episodes of Mummy Movie Podcast are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of Mummy Movie Podcast?
The first episode of Mummy Movie Podcast was released on Dec 12, 2022.
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