As previously announced, the reboot of the Egyptian mummy franchise, The Mummy, featuring the talented actor Tom Cruise, has been attracting significant interest from audiences. Moreover, it’s confirmed that The Mummy will open a cinematic universe that includes interconnected monster films from Universal, generating immense excitement among viewers.
Today, the official trailer for The Mummy has been released, aiming to provide audiences with the latest visuals and information about this reboot of the classic Egyptian mummy story.
To delve deeper into this mummy tale, it’s important to note that the story revolves around Nick Morton, played by Tom Cruise, who awakens an ancient princess whose tomb has remained hidden for millennia. This sets off a terrifying chain of events in modern-day London.
Tom Cruise in a scene with the mummy…
It’s noteworthy that right after the awakening, Nick Morton begins to fight against the monstrous forces he has unleashed, creating a powerful storm that has never been seen before in history.
The ancient mummy emerges from its tomb…
Before this intense scene, Nick Morton finds himself witnessing the horrifying sight of the ancient princess’s resurrection after lying dormant for thousands of years.
The new visuals in the trailer have left a strong impression on the audience, showcasing stunning special effects. However, the core storyline of the mummy’s emergence from the princess’s tomb has received criticism from fans for lacking originality, with some stating it feels too predictable.
The horror unfolds as the mummy awakens.
Nonetheless, The Mummy has been evaluated by experts as a major blockbuster to watch out for in 2017. This is especially significant as it marks the kickoff of Universal’s monster movie universe in the coming years.
The Mummy is scheduled to be released on June 9, 2017.
