ATTACK OF THE MAYAN MUMMY

Cinemavixion Review

This 1964 release, "Attack of the Mayan Mummy," presents a narrative that is as convoluted as its title suggests. The film attempts to weave together elements of scientific experimentation, hypnotic regression, and supernatural horror. The plot, as described, involves a doctor recounting, through a series of flashbacks, the story of a research center's experiments. These experiments delve into past lives, with a young woman recalling an incarnation among the ancient Mayans. Adding to the surreal atmosphere, a mummy mysteriously stalks the streets of the 20th century. This "Mexi-madness," as it's characterized, merges the distinct directorial style of Jerry Warren with a jumbled narrative that tries to balance science fiction with the supernatural. While the ambition to create a unique blend of genres is evident, the execution results in a "jumbled jamboree" that may appeal to those who appreciate unconventional or cult cinema.