As the film stars out we are given a little history lesson as we travel with Imhotep (played to perfection by the stern and ruthless Arnold Vosloo) through his daily duties of preparing the dead for their burial and treacherous journey to the afterlife. We get a quick glimpse into the lustful emotions that he has for the Pharaoh's mistress, the murder of the Pharaoh and the perusal and eventual conviction of Imhotep. Then, we get to witness as Imhotep suffers what many archeologists refer to as the most inhumane curse preformed. He is wrapped in bandages, his tongue is cut out and he is buried alive. His only savior from the drawn out pain is that his body would eventually be eaten by Scarab beetles. He is to remain there until someone reads from the Book of the Dead, which being an action film about a mummy – you know that someone eventually will.

That someone is Evelyn Carnarvon (Rachel Weisz), a librarian that has high hopes of one day becoming a full-time archeologist. Over three thousand years have passed since the mummification of Imhotep, and Carnarvon has been searching endlessly for the rumored Book of the Dead. Then, one day, out of the blue, her brother Jonathon brings her a book that contains the map of the lost city of Hamunaptra. Rumored to possess al the riches and glory of the lost Egyptians, Hamunaptra is the city that so many archeologist have died trying to find. And with the map, it looks like Carnarvon will finally get her dream. But the map has been stolen from a prisoner, a prisoner who must join Carnarvon and her brother on the journey to the lost city if she is ever to find it. That prisoner is Rich O'Connell (Fraser) and it is here that the story truly begins.

From here the story becomes a little of a bore as the three make their long and drawn out voyage to the lost city. However, upon arrival, action and special effects take over as the film mixes genres like no-other, pulling off one of the most mediocre stories and turning it into a fascinating and enjoyable adventure.

Coming across as an action adventure, The Mummy adequately inputs jabs of comedy and historical facts to create a film unlike any other. And though I personally feel that 90% of the historical 'facts' are false; I still can't help but be impressed by the genre blend that occurs throughout the feature.

Additionally, I was amazed at the special effects that were used. Sure they are a little 'low-budget' now, but for 1999 they were top of the line. And thankfully, the Blu-Ray edition is able to capture the excitement and adrenaline of the film's first viewing and really made the film come alive again in my own home.

An Army to Rule the World, Part 1 (4:02): The segment dives into the different mummies that appeared on screen and just how they were created. From CGI to men wrapped in bandages, the production team used it all, and here is where you get to see what was used where.

Unraveling the Legacy of The Mummy (8:07): Revealing the true origins of The Mummy, audience members are taken back to the 1930s when the original film was released. And though it only shares the name with the original feature, it is still an interesting concept and comparison to see. Additionally the feature deals with the sequel and its immense success.

Building a Better Mummy (49:56): The segment is a long, detailed account of how the 90s movie was more of an advancement on the original film rather than a technical 'remake.' The feature contains interviews with everyone who worked on the project and is very concise and entertaining to the diehard fan.

Picture in Picture: As part of a special U-Control section, this feature allows you to get interviews and behind the scenes footage while watching the film. A great interactive way to see the film if you have seen it before.