The Mummy's Shroud/The Plague of Zombies
by John Gilling
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Actor: André Morell, Brook Williams, Diane Clare, Jacqueline Pearce, John CarsonDirector: John Gilling
Brand: Fox
Cinematographer: Arthur Grant
Writer: John Gilling
Editor: Chris Barnes
Producer: Anthony Nelson Keys
Writer: Anthony Hinds
Writer: Peter Bryan
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD, Limited Edition, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.66:1
Running Time: 180 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2004-07-27
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Starz / Anchor Bay
Movie Reviews of The Mummy's Shroud/The Plague of Zombies
Movie Review: Two Reasons Why You Shouldn't Bring The Dead Back To Life
Summary: 5 Stars
As a devoted fan of gothic horror, I can say that this double feature was a real treat. It contains two beautiful Hammer classics that deal with the living dead. Released in 1966, when Hammer Production was at its peak, both movies make great midnight viewing.
"The Mummy's Shroud" takes place primarily in Cairo, Egypt in 1920. An archaeological team has found the mummified remains of a child who was an Egyptian prince in 2000 B.C. Naturally, there is a curse that begins killing everyone who entered the sacred tomb. What distinguishes this mummy feature from all the others? It is the prince's mummified servant who is brought to life and kills. Some of the deaths are quite gruesome, especially that of the man who is thrown onto his bed, wrapped up in his sheets, and tossed out the window - quite heart pounding. The shroud that was stolen from the mummified prince must be found; only it can stop the violence.
"The Plague of the Zombies" is set in the English countryside of the 1800s. It is action packed from beginning to end and has a high body count. At least twelve villagers have died under mysterious circumstances when a doctor arrives to investigate a plague. Upon further investigation, it is learned that their graves are empty. How and why have the dead risen? There is a conspiracy involving a rich man who controls the village and the evil young men who are living with him. Blood sacrifices, voodoo rituals, and an abandoned mine play important roles in this creepy, atmospheric gothic horror. I only wish Hammer Production had made more zombie features as they did with the vampire, mummy, and Frankenstein monster.
This DVD is highly recommended for fans of gothic horror, Hammer films, and the living dead. "The Mummy's Shroud" and "The Plague of the Zombies" are perfect together, especially since they were both produced by Anthony Nelson-Keys and directed by John Gilling.
Summary of The Mummy's Shroud/The Plague of Zombies
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