The Mummy (1959) – SSP178

Mummy Mayhem: A 65th Anniversary Celebration of “The Mummy” (1959)

Join us for a thrilling journey back in time to 1959 as we commemorate the 65th anniversary of the iconic Hammer horror film, “The Mummy“. In this special episode, our hosts, Karen and Greg, delve into the depths of this classic tale of ancient Egyptian resurrection.

From the chilling performance of Peter Cushing to the iconic mummy makeup, we’ll discuss everything that makes The Mummy a timeless horror masterpiece. To enhance the experience, tune in as Karen and Greg sip on a specially crafted “The Mummy” cocktail, inspired by the film’s eerie atmosphere. Don’t miss this opportunity to revisit a horror masterpiece and discover new insights into its enduring appeal.

The Mummy Cocktail

• 2 oz vodka
• 1 oz triple sec
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• club soda (or clear soda)

Instructions:

1. Mix vodka, triple sec, and lemon juice in an old-fashioned glass half-filled with ice.
2. Top off with club soda. Stir.

   Source: cocktailbuilder.com

A Brief Synopsis: An archaeology team discover the tomb of an Egyptian princess, guarded by an undead mummy who will avenge all who desecrate the site.

Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include:

• Karen tells us about the importance of the scarab beetle.
• We learn about the curse of the pharaohs.
• The Temple of Karnak is discussed.
• Greg makes a reference to former host of the Tonight Show, Johnny Carson.
• We learn all about bogs.

Our rating of the film:

This movie was OK. It took us 3 cocktails to get through it.

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