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Actor Brendan Fraser and others involved in The Mummy openly credit their hero archetype to beloved adventure heroes like Indiana Jones. Fraser, in particular, cites these films as staples of his childhood, shaping his approach to playing the quintessential brave protagonist.
The legendary stop-motion animator Ray Harryhausen also served as a significant influence. Fraser fondly recalls a particular scene where Rick battles mummies, inspired by Harryhausen's technique and artistry, which adds a layer of homage embedded within the film's action sequences.