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Ancient Egypt has always been shrouded in mystery, serving as an endless wellspring of inspiration for archaeologists, historians worldwide, and even filmmakers. Here are the top 10 enigmatic Egyptian films of all time.
1. Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark – The Ark of the Covenant 1989
This film marks the beginning of the Indiana Jones series. It follows the adventures of the archaeologist Indiana Jones, who is eager to uncover and decipher the mysteries surrounding the Ark of the Covenant – the treasure chest containing the tablets inscribed with the Ten Commandments. This ancient artifact is being pursued by Renne Belloq and the Nazi agents. A thrilling chase ensues between the explorers, archaeologists, and the villains, promising to satisfy your passion.
4. Exodus: Gods and Kings - The Battle Against Pharaoh 2014
Also revolving around Moses but this is a film released in 2014. It begins with a scene where Moses is fighting alongside his brother Ramkes to defend Egypt, the land ruled by their uncle - Seti. In the battle, Moses saves Ramkes' life, causing Ramkes to fear that one day his younger brother will become king, fitting a prophecy passed down by Seti's trusted spiritual advisors. Upon Seti's death, Moses is discovered to be a Hebrew rather than an Egyptian and is exiled. However, Moses becomes the leader of the Hebrews, leading them in rebellion against his own brother.
5. God of Egypt - The Egyptian Gods 2016
Set, the cruel god of darkness, seizes the throne of Egypt, plunging the once peaceful and prosperous empire into chaos and conflict. Faced with Set's cruelty, no one dares to rebel against him. Bek - a mortal thief entrusted by the god Horus with the mission to defeat the gods. From here, a plan for revenge and the resurrection of Osiris by Horus, Hathor, and Bek officially begins. The epic battle takes both divine beings and humans through the underworld, heaven, and countless trials of courage and sacrifice, promising many surprises along the way.
6. The Mummy Returns - Resurrection of the Pharaoh 2001
Many years ago in ancient Egypt, the Scorpion King led a formidable army but when he traded his soul to Anubis, he was wiped from history. Eight years after their initial encounter, this time Rick and Evelyn O'Connell once again return to the Pyramids with their son Alex to explore Evelyn's strange dreams. Here, Evelyn discovers her past life as Princess Nefertiri – the daughter of the Pharaoh. Meanwhile, fueled by curiosity, young Alex inadvertently wears the Scorpion King's ring, causing the mummy Imhotep to return once more. The battle between humans and mummies escalates with the appearance of the Scorpion King.
7. Tut - The Emperor Tutankhamun of Egypt (2015)
Tut is the tale of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, one of the most renowned leaders in human history. The film predominantly focuses on his rise to power and his struggle to bring Egypt to glory while those closest to him plot for their own nefarious gains. 'Tut' unveils a world of romance and heartache, epic battles, political intrigue, conspiracy, jealousy, and even murder.
8. Death on the Nile - Murder on the Nile (1978)
Based on Dame Agatha Christie's novel, Hercule Poirot, a detective, is vacationing in Egypt. On a picturesque tourist boat on the Nile River, he is surrounded by a cast of intriguing characters. Among them is Linnet – a wealthy heiress on her honeymoon with her husband. However, almost everyone seems to despise the heiress. A murder occurs on the boat.
9. The Extraordinary Adventures of Adele Blanc-Sec - The Adventures of Adele Blanc-sec (2010)
In an effort to save her sister's life after an accident, Adele Blanc-sec bravely ventures into the ancient Egyptian tombs and the impoverished areas of modern Egyptian life to find a mummified doctor and bring him to Paris, believing that their medical knowledge was highly advanced in ancient times. And so it begins, with mummies and dinosaurs all coming back to life after a long slumber.
10. The Scorpion King - King of the Scorpions (2002)
In ancient Gomorrah, thousands of years before the Pyramids, the remaining free nomadic tribes are forced to form an alliance to end the tyrannical reign of the powerful King Memnon. One of the few survivors and the last of the Akkadian people, the brave assassin - Mathayus. He is tasked with the impossible mission of killing Memnon's sorceress - Cassandra only to find himself up against an seemingly indestructible army of demons. Now, with the help of his new powerful allies, including the legendary warrior Balthazar, Mathayus returns to the legendary city to infiltrate Memnon's impregnable fortress in the desert for revenge. Will Mathayus become the next Scorpion King?
Above are the most mystical Egyptian films of all time, have you watched all of these movies yet?
