I Dig Movies
Exploring the cultural nuances of archaeology and history in film.
How do films shape our understanding of the past? How does the past shape our films?
HOPPING MAD: The Wild History Behind Jiangshi
The Chinese creatures of folklore shine in MR. VAMPIRE…but their origins are even stranger than fiction.
ADDAMS FAMILY VALUES (1993)
How the family film puts the flame to pervasive, racist historical myths.
THE MUMMY (1999)
Stephen Sommers’ film is a fun adventure romp filled with charm…but also reflective of an antiquated era.