Mummies and Muskets
- Tagline
- Some prophecies are dug up, others are shot down.
- Description
- In an era where the crack of muskets echoes over the New World, 'Mummies and Muskets' follows the uncanny journey of an ancient Egyptian supernatural hunter, played by Philip Soybean Hoffman, who is mysteriously resurrected in Colonial America. Tasked with an age-old prophecy that could alter the course of history, he must navigate a world of powdered wigs and prim manners. Alongside Hoffman, Natacha Rambowlva stars as a spirited athlete turned revolutionary, whose prowess is legendary both on the field and battlefield. Mutt Salmon rounds out the trio as a wry, monster-hunting sidekick with a deadpan wit sharp enough to slice through the undead. Directed by the visionary J.J. Apebrams, this comedy is an anachronistic romp that blends formal colonial discourse with the absurdity of ancient curses and modern sportsmanship, proving that some legends never die - they just get funnier.
- MpaaRating
- R
- PopularityScore
- 3.70
- ReleaseDate
- 05/11/2023
- Genre
- Comedy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.20
In the grand tapestry of historical fantasy comedies, 'Mummies and Muskets' finds its unique thread with a premise as outlandish as it is intriguing. With the incomparable Philip Soybean Hoffman at the helm, the film is imbued with a gravitas that belies its comedic underpinnings, delivering a performance that is both nuanced and delightfully over-the-top. Natacha Rambowlva's transition from athlete to thespian is executed with a robust athleticism that lends an air of credibility to the revolutionary fervor her character embodies. Mutt Salmon's deadpan deliveries provide a counterpoint to the film's more flamboyant excesses, grounding the narrative in a humor that is both dry and cutting. Under the direction of J.J. Apebrams, 'Mummies and Muskets' marries the crackling energy of musket fire with the dusty whispers of ancient sarcophagi in a manner that is both anachronistically absurd and oddly harmonious. The R-rating allows the film to indulge in the more macabre elements of its premise without restraint, yet it is the juxtaposition of 18th-century decorum with the timelessness of supernatural lore that gives this film its distinctive charm. Despite occasional lapses into genre clichés, the movie carves out a niche for itself, proving that even the most bizarre prophecies can find their mark in the hands of a capable cast and a director with a clear vision.