Yup, Mummies sure are hot these days, real hot. Anyway, let's get back on track. Seduction Cinema really surprised the hell out of me with this one. While Mummy's Kiss is by no means a film to satisfy all pallets, it's a valiant effort in the world of low budget erotic filmmaking. I may be getting ahead of myself here but damn if this isn't one slick little erotic film. Let's get down to business.

The mummified remains of a 3000-year-old sorceress are discovered by a local college Professor (played by veteran character actor Richard Lynch). When a gorgeous young archaeology student Ana touches the mummified remains she's transported back to ancient Egypt and participates in a little touchy feely hanky panky with our dear sorceress. Ana awakens from her black out in the arms of her professor (and lover) only for us to discover that something just ain't right here. Turns out that our sorceress is in search of the spirit of her long lost lover, a spirit that may just reside in the body of poor young Ana. The evil sorceress must seduce and convert young beauties from the college to her side to aid in her quest which will ultimate lead our Sorceress to dear Ana strapped to an alter (bet you didn't see that one coming, did ya?). Will Ana be taken by the evil Hor-Shep-Sut before it's too late or will her uncle and suave professor boyfriend be able to save her?

When we actually get down to business here it's really quite an original presentation. There are definitely enough bizarre plot devises and character developments to make one take notice, and the film itself has a pretty original look which is actually quite polished... a look that seems to be missing from many an SOV flick these days. Many of the mummy effects here are real hands on make up and I dug that considering how many computer generated mummies we've had to endure in recent years. When there are computer effects in the film (morphs and backgrounds) they're handled quite well and they blend in real nicely.

It's also worth mentioning that the nudity and girl/girl scenes aren't as in your face as one might be used to from this type of film. Now this isn't to say that there aren't plenty of these moments, because there are. It's just that the story and characters are strong enough to drive the film so the exploitation elements don't have to. This was actually a refreshing change of pace for me. No need to worry, as there are plenty of sexy dames and they all look incredibly HOT naked. College didn't look like this when I was hitting those books... or maybe I just went to the wrong college?

The success of this film can also be attributed to some creative casting, in front of and behind the scenes. It's great to see Richard Lynch in the brief role of the professor, he's a great character actor and he really adds to the production as a whole. Also worth mentioning is the addition of John Carl Buechler as the FX man (From Beyond, Cellar Dweller, Troll). He's responsible for the creature effects as well as the other on screen make up effects found within and considering the films obvious budgetary limitations, his effects work this time around is quite impressive.

Quality wise, this one gets pretty high marks all around. Shot on digital video we get a nice clear image with solid colors. There's really no evidence of pixilation either, which is definitely a plus. The widescreen framing helps to give the film a more cinematic feel and is actually quite effective. I was a bit troubled to discover the lack of a 16X9 transfer though. Considering the fact that they went through the trouble of framing the film wide a 16X9 transfer would have been the icing on the cake. The film was creatively shot and well lit throughout and all of this adds to the extreme aesthetic value of this low budget presentation.

Audio is presented in a solid stereo surround mix and sounds great. Nice clear dialogue and understated but effective ambient surrounds. It's nothing to get all freaky over but it certainly gets the job done also worth mentioning is the so bad it's good Mummy's Kiss rap. I sat there staring at the menus listening to it over and over again. Should I be concerned about this?

Extras include an entertaining and informative audio commentary by director/writer Donald Glut (Erotic Rites of Countess Dracula) and producer Kevin Glover. There's also a trailer for Mummy's Kiss as well as a selection of other Seduction Cinema titles and two extended scenes (of course there's extended nudity in both of these clips, so lube up!). Lucky for us things are rounded off with everyone's favorite, the blooper and outtakes reel.

What can I say but this film definitely speaks to a particular niche audience. Those who aren't into the new wave of independent SOV fare (erotic or non erotic) will find this to be pretty much the same old same old (there's no changing you folks). However, those who dig the SOV look, hot chicks, horror themed Indies and hot chicks (did I mention the hot chicks?) will most likely find much to enjoy within. I definitely dug the flicks slick look and it's evident that a lot of effort went into this quickies presentation. Oh, did I mention the hot chicks? Check it out.

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