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The Mummy's Hand
1940·Movie
The Mummy's Hand fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Hopefulness5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Physical Comedy3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
History, fantasy, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighScary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The Mummy's Hand is scary, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, fantasy, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, fantasy, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The tomb of a thousand terrors!
A couple of young, out-of-work archaeologists in Egypt discover evidence of the burial place of the ancient Egyptian princess Ananka. After receiving funding from an eccentric magician and his beautiful daughter, they set out into the desert only to be terrorized by a sinister high priest and the living mummy Kharis who are the guardians of Ananka’s tomb.
Classic HorrorMummyAncient EgyptArcheologyMysterySuspenseAdventure1940sCreature Feature
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Is The Mummy's Hand worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6 and Rotten Tomatoes 60%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Mummy's Hand rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Mummy's Hand?
1 h 7 min
The Mummy's Hand runs 1 h 7 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Mummy's Hand?
Critics60
Audiences53
Yes. Critics average 60 and audiences 53 out of 100, so both groups see The Mummy's Hand much the same way.
What language is The Mummy's Hand in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Mummy's Hand?
139
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+125GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Mummy's Hand in 139 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Mummy's Hand use?
Gag DubPick a CardImmune to BulletsFantastic FloraLeave No WitnessesStage MagicianSilent SnarkerDisappearing BoxGenre SavvyWhat Have We Ear?Bar BrawlWolves Always Howl at the Moonand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for The Mummy's Hand, including Gag Dub, Pick a Card, Immune to Bullets.