The impact of the 1922 tomb opening ignited a lasting fascination for mummies, influencing numerous Universal horror films, particularly The Mummy, which showcased Boris Karloff's performance.
Directed by Karl Freund, The Mummy features a lyricism that contrasts with its static melodrama, mainly relying on Karloff's potent portrayal to bring the story to life.
The unsettling revival scene, where Imhotep awakens by the Scroll of Thoth, solidifies the film's unsettling atmosphere, illustrating its horror legacy in cinema history.
Karloff's otherworldly stillness, especially in pivotal scenes like the memorable opening and the flashbacks, elevates The Mummy within Universal's classic monster film canon.
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