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The Mummy Runtime: 72 minutes Studio: Universal Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Monster Franchise Position: 1 An ancient Egyptian priest is resurrected in modern times, bringing terror as he searches for the reincarnation of his lost love. Ratings: My Rating: 7.8 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 7.2 Rotten Tomatoes: 89% Metacritic: 72 TMDb: 7.3 Plot Summary: Set in Cairo, 1921, an archaeological team uncovers the tomb of Imhotep, a high priest buried alive for attempting to resurrect Pharaoh’s mistress. When he is accidentally revived, Imhotep uses his mystical powers to seek Helen Grosvenor, the modern-day reincarnation of his ancient love, Ankh-es-en-amon. As Imhotep exerts hypnotic control over Helen and others, the archaeologists, including Frank Whemple and Dr. Muller, attempt to stop the unstoppable mummy before he succeeds in completing his vengeance and claim on Helen. Critics Review: The 1932 The Mummy is a classic of Universal horror cinema, known for...

The Mummy’s Tomb Runtime: 61 minutes Studio: Universal Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Monster Franchise Position: 3 Thirty years after the original discovery of Kharis, the ancient mummy is brought to America to seek vengeance on those who disturbed his tomb. Ratings: My Rating: 5.6 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 5.6 Rotten Tomatoes: 47% Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 5.9 Plot Summary: Set decades after The Mummy’s Hand, this sequel follows the aged survivors of that earlier adventure as they face a new horror. The high priest of Arkam sends Kharis and his disciple Mehemet Bey to the United States to exact vengeance on those who desecrated Princess Ananka’s tomb. After arriving in the small town of Mapleton, Massachusetts, Kharis begins a murderous rampage against the archaeologists who uncovered his secret. When a new generation becomes involved, the town bands together to stop the unstoppable mummy before he claims more lives. Critics Review: The Mummy’s Tomb conti...

The Mummy’s Ghost Runtime: 61 minutes Studio: Universal Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Monster Franchise Position: 4 Kharis the mummy returns once again, stalking modern America in search of the reincarnation of his ancient love, Princess Ananka. Ratings: My Rating: 5.5 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 5.8 Rotten Tomatoes: 50% Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 6.0 Plot Summary: In the continuation of Universal’s Mummy series, archaeologist Yousef Bey arrives in America under orders from the High Priest of Arkam to retrieve the mummy Kharis and the remains of Princess Ananka. After Kharis is revived with tana leaves, the pair discover that Ananka’s soul now lives in a young American woman named Amina Mansori. When Amina begins showing signs of her ancient identity, Kharis sets out to claim her for eternity, leaving a path of terror behind him. As panic spreads, Professor Norman and the authorities race to stop Kharis before Amina is lost forever. Critics Review: The Mummy’...

The Mummy’s Curse Runtime: 62 minutes Studio: Universal Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Monster Franchise Position: 5 An ancient mummy rises again from a Louisiana swamp, bringing death and mystery to all who disturb his rest. Ratings: My Rating: 5.2 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 5.4 Rotten Tomatoes: 40% Metacritic: N/A TMDb: N/A Plot Summary: After being buried in quicksand for 25 years, the mummy Kharis is discovered in the swamps of Louisiana. When an archaeological team begins work in the area, strange deaths and disappearances soon follow. Kharis rises again to search for his beloved Princess Ananka, who has also been mysteriously revived but suffers from amnesia. As the mummy leaves a trail of victims in his wake, scientists and locals join forces to stop the ancient evil once and for all. Critics Review: Critics consider The Mummy’s Curse a formulaic but atmospheric entry in Universal’s classic monster cycle. While it reuses footage and plot elements ...

Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker (2019), PG-13, 2 hr 22 min Franchise: Star Wars Franchise #: Chronological Order 9, Release Order 9 Tagline: “The saga will end. The story lives forever.” Main Cast Daisy Ridley as Rey Adam Driver as Kylo Ren / Ben Solo John Boyega as Finn Oscar Isaac as Poe Dameron Carrie Fisher as General Leia Organa (via archival footage) Ian McDiarmid as Emperor Palpatine / Darth Sidious Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker (Force ghost) Billy Dee Williams as Lando Calrissian Naomi Ackie as Jannah Richard E. Grant as Allegiant General Pryde Keri Russell as Zorii Bliss Kelly Marie Tran as Rose Tico Domhnall Gleeson as General Hux Joonas Suotamo as Chewbacca Anthony Daniels as C-3PO Jimmy Vee as R2-D2 Greg Grunberg as Snap Wexley Shirley Henderson as Babu Frik (voice) Denis Lawson as Wedge Antilles (cameo) Harrison Ford as Han Solo (vision) Synopsis The Rise of Skywalker brings the sequel trilogy to a grand finale as Rey, Poe, and Finn lead the Resistance in a f...

Justice League Year: 2017 Franchise: DC Extended Universe (DCEU) Franchise #: 5 MPAA Rating: PG-13 Total Runtime: 120 minutes Tagline: “You can’t save the world was alone.” Main Cast Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne / Batman Gal Gadot as Diana Prince / Wonder Woman Henry Cavill as Clark Kent / Superman Ezra Miller as Barry Allen / The Flash Jason Momoa as Arthur Curry / Aquaman Ray Fisher as Victor Stone / Cyborg Ciarán Hinds (voice) as Steppenwolf Amy Adams as Lois Lane Jeremy Irons as Alfred Pennyworth J.K. Simmons as Commissioner Gordon Reviews Synopsis: After Superman's death, a looming alien threat led by the villain Steppenwolf puts Earth in grave danger. Batman and Wonder Woman scramble to form a team of metahumans—Flash, Aquaman, and Cyborg—to defend the planet. But even united, they may not be strong enough… unless Superman returns. Overview: Justice League (2017) was meant to be the DCEU’s big team-up movie, but behind-the-scenes drama led to a rushed and uneven final product. ...

Title : Star Trek Into Darkness Year : 2013 Franchise : Star Trek Franchise #: 12 MPAA Rating / TV Parental Guidelines MPAA Rating : PG-13 TV Parental Guidelines : TV-14 Total Runtime 132 minutes (2 hours, 12 minutes) Tagline “Beyond the darkness lies greatness.” Main Cast Chris Pine – Captain James T. Kirk Zachary Quinto – Spock Karl Urban – Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy Zoe Saldana – Nyota Uhura Simon Pegg – Montgomery Scott John Cho – Hikaru Sulu Anton Yelchin – Pavel Chekov Benedict Cumberbatch – Khan Noonien Singh Alice Eve – Carol Marcus Peter Weller – Admiral Marcus Bruce Greenwood – Admiral Christopher Pike Reviews Overview Star Trek Into Darkness ramps up the action, emotion, and moral conflict. After an attack on Starfleet, Kirk and crew pursue a terrorist across the galaxy, only to uncover a conspiracy involving their own leadership. Benedict Cumberbatch shines as the villain, bringing a fierce and calculating edge to Khan. While the film looks amazing and moves at wa...

Title : Star Trek III: The Search for Spock Year : 1984 Franchise : Star Trek Franchise #: 3 ARC : Genesis Trilogy #2 MPAA Rating / TV Parental Guidelines MPAA Rating: PG TV Parental Guidelines: TV-PG Total Runtime 105 minutes (1 hour, 45 minutes) Tagline “The needs of the one outweigh the needs of the many.” Main Cast William Shatner – Admiral James T. Kirk DeForest Kelley – Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy Leonard Nimoy – Spock (uncredited appearance) James Doohan – Montgomery “Scotty” Scott George Takei – Hikaru Sulu Walter Koenig – Pavel Chekov Nichelle Nichols – Uhura Robin Curtis – Lieutenant Saavik Christopher Lloyd – Commander Kruge Merritt Butrick – David Marcus Mark Lenard – Sarek Reviews Overview The Search for Spock is a direct sequel to The Wrath of Khan and focuses on the crew’s desperate mission to recover the body—and soul—of their fallen friend. While the story doesn’t have the same explosive energy as its predecessor, it delivers heart, loyalty, and major consequences. It e...

Critical Review A.D. The Bible Continues picks up immediately after the crucifixion of Christ, focusing on the turmoil—and triumph—that followed. As the apostles wrestle with grief, Roman politics heat up, and the early church begins to take shape, the series blends biblical narrative with palace intrigue and espionage-style drama. While it boasts impressive production values, diverse casting, and emotional storytelling, critics have pointed to uneven pacing, inconsistent tone, and moments of theological oversimplification. Answers in Genesis criticized the series as “absolutely dismal,” accusing it of historical and scriptural inaccuracies and agenda-driven storytelling. Meanwhile, reviews on Rotten Tomatoes varied—from praise for fresh energy to disappointment in its execution. Overall, A.D. felt less inspired than its predecessor, and NBC canceled it after a single season due to falling viewership.   Bottom Line : A.D. The Bible Continues aspires to expand the story of the ...