Helllins
It is both painfully honest and laugh-out-loud funny at the same time.
Claire Dunne
One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.
Patience Watson
One of those movie experiences that is so good it makes you realize you've been grading everything else on a curve.
Carl Forsyth
This is without a doubt, the worst wannabe-documentary program I have ever seen. It's poorly scripted, the so-called Interns who have flown half way around the world know nothing about the archaeology they have studied so well that they go to Egypt as an Intern. Dr Hawass is a short tempered bully who likes nothing more than to shout and scream at people for even the most simple mistakes. Think of him as the Gordon Ramsay of Egypt. I stopped watching the 3 DVD box set half way through the second episode. Don't be fooled by the History Channel Logo or the professional looking box set packaging because it's a scam. Never buy this. Never, Never, NEVER!
atsalter
I found this a really useful series to watch. Dr. Hawass is as he is, and I do not say he is a man I would choose to have a pint with, because of the shameful exploitation of Egypt and its history and artifacts in the past. It takes a strong personality who is able to get people shaking in their shoes occasionally to control and organise the chaos that would ensue were his position left to a lesser man. His passion is undeniable, his enthusiasm unparallelled.He would probably not be a comfortable man to work for or live with, but he grabs the headlines, which in turn leads to a high profile for his various works and excavations. Men like this make enemies, but they also make some faithful friends, and he has many who work for him devotedly.The scenes which featured going into areas of the pyramids not usually accessible to film crews were fascinating, and the reactions of some of his interns to the scenarios they were facing showed that real archaeology is NOT for sissies!
indicaraynne
The acting aside, Chasing Mummies still takes you places you will not likely be able to see in person. I was fascinated by the tombs, the bustle and activity in the backgrounds, the sounds, and the sights. I have learned from this show, and entirely enjoyed it. If you are looking for a stern documentary, this is not for you, but if you like some informative entertainment this works. For all of the comments that were blasting Dr. Zahi Hawass, people seem to forget that the rest of the title of this series is The Amazing Adventures of Zahi Hawass. So it seems to me that the show gives exactly what should be expected. Sure, it could be better, but I personally take what I can get when it comes to Egypt and all it's wonders.
bok602
I'm not even through to the first commercial break and I can tell that this show is just another pile of faux-reality CRAP! Zawi Hawass is such a ego-maniacal, self-centered publicity whore that I wouldn't doubt for a second that he'd jump at the chance to make himself the action hero center of an alleged "reality" program -even to the point of faking this whole intern,documentary thing in and around these priceless ruins. Notice how in the first minute or two he makes a convenient "discovery" the instant he sets foot inside the tunnel beneath the pyramid? I SEVERELY question whether any serious archaeologist would just pick up such a fragile object in his bare hands and handle it so casually.The interns and crew are clearly actors (or at least reading prepared lines) and the setup so far is obviously staged.I have no intentions of following any further episodes and strongly advise others not to waste their time.
