Close Menu
  • Login
  • Support Us
  • Newsletter
  • News
  • Features
  • Interviews
  • Reviews
    • Video Games
      • Previews
      • PC
      • PS5
      • Xbox Series X/S
      • Nintendo Switch
      • Xbox One
      • PS4
      • Tabletop
    • Film
    • TV
    • Anime
    • Comics
      • BOOM! Studios
      • Dark Horse Comics
      • DC Comics
      • IDW Publishing
      • Image Comics
      • Indie Comics
      • Marvel Comics
      • Oni-Lion Forge
      • Valiant Comics
      • Vault Comics
  • Podcast
  • More
    • Event Coverage
    • BWT Recommends
    • RSS Feeds
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
Support Us
But Why Tho?
RSS Facebook X (Twitter) YouTube
Trending:
  • Features
    Momo and Okarun share a close moment in Dandadan

    Momo And Okarun: The Gold Standard For Shonen Romance

    07/03/2025
    Ironheart Episodes 4 6 But Why Tho 1

    ‘Ironheart’ Explained: Explore MCU’s Bold New Chapter

    07/01/2025
    Buck in 9-1-1

    ‘9-1-1’ Has To Let Buck Say Bisexual

    06/29/2025
    Nintendo Welcome Tour promotional image of the maraca mini-game

    The One “Game” That Justifies The Nintendo Switch 2 Purchase

    06/25/2025
    Destiel Confession in Supernatural - Castiel (Misha Collins) and Dean (Jensen Ackles)

    The Destiel Confession: The Lasting Importance Of Supernatural’s Greatest Ship

    06/22/2025
  • Squid Game
  • K-Dramas
  • Netflix
  • Switch 2 Games
  • Summer Game Fest
But Why Tho?
Home » Events » ECCC 2022: Brendan Fraser and Oded Fehr on the Magic of ‘The Mummy’

ECCC 2022: Brendan Fraser and Oded Fehr on the Magic of ‘The Mummy’

Collier "CJ" JenningsBy Collier "CJ" Jennings08/22/20223 Mins Read
the mummy eccc 2022
Share
Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit WhatsApp Email

the mummy

Time has a funny way of changing how people look at movies. Some films that were critically panned turn out to have far more depth than expected, while films that raked in the cash and/or praise don’t hold up. Stephen Sommers’ The Mummy falls into the former category, as fans have come to appreciate its blend of horror, action, and comedy over the years. Those fans packed Emerald City Comic Con’s main stage on Saturday in order to view a panel with stars Brendan Fraser (Rick O’Connell) and Oded Fehr (Ardeth Bey). Amy Ratcliffe served as moderator for the panel.

Get BWT in your inbox!

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and get the latest and greated in entertainment coverage.
Click Here

Get BWT in your inbox!

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and get the latest and greated in entertainment coverage.
Click Here

The duo talked about how the film has gathered a passionate fanbase nearly 20 years after its debut. Fraser revealed that he and other cast members thought the film would be the end of their careers and were surprised when it took off. Fehr said that most of the autographs he signed were for fans’ moms. “I’m popular with moms,” he said with a laugh. They also had nothing but praise for their co-star Rachel Weisz. Fraser correctly identified Evie O’Connell as “a badass librarian”. When the subject of Tom Cruise’s Mummy film and The Tomb of the Dragon Emperor came up, they diplomatically referred to it as “the elephant in the room”.

When discussing what went on while filming The Mummy, the duo had plenty of hilarious behind-the-scenes stories. Fraser revealed that kidnapping insurance was taken out on the cast and that Fehr chose to stay behind in the Moroccan desert while other crew members went back to their hotel. Fehr joked that he was essentially wearing “a dress and heels” for his first ever big role; he was surprised when Sommers asked him to come back for The Mummy Returns. They even discussed their ad-lib moments – for Fraser, it was the scene where Rick pokes Imhotep in the eyes (he even said he was inspired by The Three Stooges) while Fehr came up with Bey’s line “This is my first bus ride” after the Medjai warrior survived a sandstorm. “I’m…not good at improv,” Fehr joked.

Prior to discussing The Mummy, Ratcliffe asked the duo about their other projects. For Fraser, he talked about Doom Patrol and how he was drawn to Robotman because “Cliff Steele is a better person as a machine than he was as a person.” He then revealed that an upcoming episode of Doom Patrol‘s fourth season would be a “full-blown musical”. Fehr discussed his tenure on Star Trek Discovery, saying that he was overcome with emotion when viewing the Discovery bridge. “I called my wife to tell her, ‘I’m on the bride, honey!’ And she says, ‘What bridge’?” he said, drawing uproarious laughter from the crowd.

A Q&A session followed, which featured Fehr and Fraser reminiscing on misbehaving camels, CGI insects, and Arnold Voosloo killing scorpions with his bare hands. When it was my turn at the mic, I asked Fehr about his thoughts on voice acting given his roles as Doctor Fate in Justice League Unlimited and Ra’s al Ghul in Young Justice. “We were just talking about that on the way here!” he replied, before saying that it felt easier due to the lack of pressure. “You don’t even have to wear pants!” Fraser added.

Given the earthshaking applause that Fraser and Fehr received, as well as the packed house, it’s safe to say that The Mummy is truly a cinematic masterpiece. And if Universal ever wanted to revisit the franchise, I’m sure fans would line up around the block to support it – Ardeth Bey, Monster Hunter could carry a whole trilogy.

The Mummy is available to stream on Peacock.

Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Email
Previous ArticleREVIEW: ‘Record of Ragnarok’ Volume 3
Next Article Next Cities: Skylines Expansion Coming Soon
Collier "CJ" Jennings
  • Website
  • Facebook
  • X (Twitter)

Born and raised in Texas, Collier “CJ” Jennings was introduced to geekdom at an early age by his father, who showed him Ultraman and Star Trek: The Next Generation. On his thirteenth birthday, he received a copy of Giant Size X-Men #1 and dove head first into the realm of pop culture, never looking back. His hobbies include: writing screenplays and essays, watching movies and television, card games/RPG’s, and cooking. He currently resides in Seattle.

Related Posts

SXSW 2025

SXSW 2025 Event Round-Up

03/13/2025
Fantastic Games

Fantastic Games Puts The Spotlight On Indie Horror

10/05/2024
SXSW 2024 Events But Why Tho 5

SXSW 2024 Event Round-Up

03/18/2024
Fantastic Fest 2023 - But Why Tho

FANTASTIC FEST: Fantastic Fest Goes Old School

09/23/2023
Immortals of Aveum

SDCC 2023: Everything We Learned About ‘Immortals of Aveum’

07/24/2023
Ghosts of Ruin

SDCC 2023: Everything We Learned About ‘Ghosts of Ruin’

07/23/2023

Get BWT in your inbox!

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and get the latest and greated in entertainment coverage.
Click Here
TRENDING POSTS
Taecyeon and Seohyun in The First Night With The Duke Episodes 7-8
7.5
TV

REVIEW: ‘The First Night With The Duke’ Episodes 7-8

By Sarah Musnicky07/03/2025

The First Night With The Duke Episodes 7-8 spends welcome time in pre-domestic bliss before new developments stir up trouble.

Together (2025) still from Sundance
8.0
Film

REVIEW: Have A Grossly Good Time ‘Together’

By Kate Sánchez01/27/2025Updated:07/04/2025

Dave Franco and Alison Brie’s Together (2025) is disgustingly funny, genuinely ugly, and just a good time at the movies.

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 and 4 Alcatraz
9.0
PS5

REVIEW: ‘Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3 + 4’ Gives Old Games New Life

By Kyle Foley07/07/2025

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and 4 is another example of how to breathe new life into a classic without losing touch of what makes the originals great.

Black Women Anime — But Why Tho (9) BWT Recommends

10 Black Women in Anime That Made Me Feel Seen

By LaNeysha Campbell11/11/2023Updated:12/03/2024

Black women are some of anime’s most iconic characters, and that has a big impact on Black anime fans. Here are some of our favorites.

But Why Tho?
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest RSS YouTube Twitch
  • CONTACT US
  • ABOUT US
  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER
  • Review Score Guide
Sometimes we include links to online retail stores. If you click on one and make a purchase we may receive a small contribution.
Written Content is Copyright © 2025 But Why Tho? A Geek Community

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

But Why Tho Logo

Support Us!

We're able to keep making content thanks to readers like YOU!
Support independent media today with
Click Here