Revelation Film Festival: The Mummy
Dates
Friday 14 July | 5.30pm - 9.30pm
Premium* | $65
Standard | $35
Concession | $30
*Premium Ticket includes a drink, movie snack box and reserved beanbag.
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Join us for a thrilling night of horror and history as we present a special screening of the iconic horror classic, The Mummy (1959) under the iconic backdrop of Hackett Hall under Otto the blue whale.
Immerse yourself in the chilling atmosphere of this timeless masterpiece and witness the ancient curse unfold on the big screen. Before the screening, step into the world of ancient Egypt with a visit to Discovering Ancient Egypt and enjoy drinks and nibbles in the pop-up bar, Afterlife Bar. Then, stay on for horror-filled drinks and a movie debrief under the blue whale.
Whether you're a horror fan or an Egyptology enthusiast, this is an evening you won't want to miss. Join us for a spine-tingling night of scares and wonder, and discover the magic of the movies and the allure of the ancient world.
Movies Screening: The Mummy
Following the success of The Curse of Frankenstein (1957) and Dracula (1958) Hammer studios turned their attention to The Mummy.
Building on the 19th century gothic aesthetic of the studio’s previous horror films, The Mummy tells the story of archaeologists facing the menace of the resurrected figure of the high priest Kharis, out for revenge.
With a cast that includes genre legends Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee, plus Yvonne Furneaux, and boasting a script by Jimmy Sangster, alongside Fisher’s direction, the film was one that helped Hammer define the tone of the genre for the ensuing decade.
Breaking the box office records for the studio’s Dracula, released the previous year, and inspiring three sequels The Mummy, like many Hammer films, has gained a cult status, and boasting the tagline “Torn from the tomb to terrify the world!” the film is pure Hammer horror entertainment.
Please note the film reflects the era in which it was made.
Rating: M
Director: Terence Fisher
Genre: Adventure, Horror
Language: English
Country of Origin: UK
Duration: 86 minutes
Year: 1959
This screening is presented in partnership with Revelation Film Festival. Check out the full Revelation Film Festival 2023 program here.
Important information
Please note this is an 18+ event.
This event will include entry to Discovering Ancient Egypt from 5.30pm - 7.30pm.
The movie screening will commence at 7.30 pm, and doors open to the pop-up movie theatre 30 minutes prior.
Premium tickets include a drink, a movie snack box and a reserved beanbag towards the front of the movie theatre.
Seating for standard ticket holders will be on a mix of beanbags and chairs.
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