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The Mummy Returns [DVD] [2001]

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  • Actors: Brendan Fraser, John Hannah, Rachel Weisz, Arnold Vosloo, Freddie Boath
  • Directors: Stephen Sommers
  • Format: Anamorphic, PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 12
  • Studio: Universal Pictures
  • DVD Release Date: 4 April 2005
  • Run Time: 129 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00066KWME
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 11,217 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Proving that bigger is rarely better, The Mummy Returns serves up so much action and so many computer-generated effects that it quickly grows exhausting. In his zeal to establish a lucrative franchise, writer-director Stephen Sommers dispenses with such trivial matters as character development and plot logic, and charges headlong into an almost random buffet of minimum story and maximum mayhem, beginning with a prologue establishing the ominous fate of the Scorpion King (played by World Wrestling Federation star the Rock, in a cameo teaser for his later starring role in--you guessed it--The Scorpion King). Dormant for 5,000 years, under control of the Egyptian god Anubis, the Scorpion King will rise again in 1933, which is where we find The Mummy's returning heroes Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, now married and scouring Egyptian ruins with their 8-year-old son, Alex (Freddie Boath).

John Hannah (as Weisz's brother) and Oded Fehr (as mystical warrior Ardeth Bay) also return from The Mummy, and trouble begins when Alex dons the Scorpion King's ancient bracelet, coveted by the evil mummy Imhotep (Arnold Vosloo), who's been revived by... oh, but does any of this matter? With a plot so disposable that it's impossible to care about anything that happens, The Mummy Returns is best enjoyed as an intermittently amusing and physically impressive monument of Hollywood machinery, with gorgeous sets that scream for a better showcase, and digital trickery that tops its predecessor in ambition, if not in payoff. By the time our heroes encounter a hoard of ravenous pygmy mummies, you'll probably enjoy this movie in spite of itself. --Jeff Shannon

Synopsis

The mummified corpse of Imhotep is taken to the British Museum in London. Whilst there he awakens to continue his quest for immortality. But another dark force has been unleashed on the world and when these two evil spirits meet the fate of the world is a risk...

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars PURE ENTERTAINMENT..., 2 Dec 2002
By Lawyeraau (Balmoral Castle) - See all my reviews
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This is a razzle, dazzle, knock you out of your seat with special effects, kind of movie. It is non-stop entertainment, and a worthy sequel to its predecessor, "The Mummy". Even though the plot is thin, and character development is almost non-existent, I still thoroughly enjoyed the movie.

Archaeologists Rick (Brendan Fraser) and Evie (Rachel Weisz) have tied the knot since the original movie and have an eight year old son, Alex, adorably played by Freddie Boath. While on an archaeological dig in Egypt, they recover a special, golden bracelet which conveys special powers to the person who wears it. Alex, not knowing this, puts on the bracelet which had, at one time, belonged to the Scorpion King, played by wrestler, The Rock.

Evie's brother (John Hannah deliciously reprises his original role) is mistaken for Rick, as mysterious emissaries try to kill him in an attempt to recover the bracelet on behalf of the evil Imhotep (Arnold Vosloo reprising his original role). As Evie and Rick continue to do battle against these evil, murderous emissaries, the mysterious and devastatingly attractive, Medjai warrior, Ardeth Bay (Oded Fehr also reprising his original role), joins them in their battle against evil.

In this sequel, past and present collide, and reincarnation adds its own interesting, little twist to the plot. For my money, Oded Fehr walks away with the movie, as Ardeth Bay is such a compelling character: sexy, swashbuckling, and mystical, all rolled into one. He is definitely my favorite character. I hope that we will see even more of him in the next sequel. (Who are we kidding? Of course, there will be another sequel!)

The only negative thing that I have to say about the movie has to do with the animation of the Scorpion King at the end. It is too cartoonish. I found it jarring and distracting, as it did not seem to fit with the other graphics used throughout the movie, which were great. It made me give the movie four stars, rather than the five I would probably have given had this concept not been so annoying. It was unnecessary to have this cheesy looking animation, as it detracted from the movie and downgraded its overall quality.

Still, see this movie. It is escapism at its best, as well as pure entertainment.

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19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Perhaps a lil' corny in places, but excellent fun, 8 Oct 2001
By Rowena English (Northamptonshire, England) - See all my reviews
Although there are certain points in this film where you feel like asking the person next to you to pass the sick bag, it is great fun and you can look forward to meeting all the well-loved characters from the first movie, and an appearance from the ROCK which can't be bad. Brendan Frasier and Rachel Weisz are excellent as are all the other actors and the action and fight scenes are amazing. Another good thing is that although there are various twists along the way you don't have to think too much so you can just sit back and enjoy some good old fashioned guns, swords and goody vs. baddy fights! You'll love it!!! P.S. If anyone else is as interested in films as I am then please e-mail me or contact me on msn messenger!! I look forward to speaking to you soon.
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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Rocket science this aint, 19 Oct 2001
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Let's face it, when a sequel like this is fast-tracked out so quickly after the original, people should KNOW that it's only going to be pop-corn, "give me my film and don't ask me any sodding questions" stuff! The Mummy Returns is a great example of Bigger, Badder, Louder. Like I said, the plot isn't exactly rocket science; and yes, it does on occasion require the viewer to totally suspend common sense. But on the other hand, it's delightfully cheesy, and you can't help but think that Steven Sommers is playing it totally tongue-in-cheek. In the end, the whole film feels like a classic hark back to the days of Hammer Horror - just on a bigger effects budget.

Speaking of...

... the effects really are very diverse in this movie (in many different meanings of the word!) There are thousands of different effects shots to get your teeth into, from an enormous army of Magi, to an even enormous-er army of Anubis warriors, and a horde of pygmy mummies. All of these are incredibly impressive. HOWEVER (and Rock fans, I'm sorry) thr much-touted Scorpion King is, frankly, piss-poor. Thank-god it's only on-screen for about five minutes before going back to it's under-developed effects bin.

But to balance out the effects - and I know this goes against what I said about it being a bit thin on the ground plot wise - you DO have a bit more character developement. Do remember, I only said a BIT. On the one hand, you have Imhotep and Anksunamun's love affair (Patricia Velasquez, you are a FOX!!!); and on the other, you have Rick's fatherly attitude towards Alex (his chase through the forest to keep ahead of the sun-rise genuinely put me on the edge of my seat). OK< so the Evey-Anksunamun backstory was of the UBER-CHEESE, bit it was still really enjoyable on a hokey level. And, for those of you who love Neighbours - Pharoe Lou Carpenter puts in a brief cameo appearance, complete with beard.

So there we go. It's a loud, brash, no-brainer that consists of chases, fisticuffs, stomach-churning romance... and ok, the occasional moment that DOES make you frown and go "oh, COME ON" (see the EXTRA CHEESY shot of O'Connell grabbing the spear mid-air.) Still though, it's definately worth getting - for PAtricia Velasquez in a number of increasingly foxy getups as a basic reason - and as long as you don't expect it to be Kubrick-meets-Hammer, you'll love it to pieces.

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5.0 out of 5 stars great entertainment
being a cinema buff i thoroughly enjoyed and recommend this film,even in ordinary quality its a great feelgood film.
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Brendan Fraser is again in fine form in this sequel to the first Mummy film. Alot of sequels are a disappointment but this is one of the exceptions. Read more
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Extremely entertaining viewing with HD bringing new life to the movie.
worthwhile purchase. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Loved it.
The Mummy. More of the same. I remember when Star Wars first came out, and many whinged at Empire Strikes Back saying that it couldn't stack up against the originality etc etc... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Mummy Returns
I have to say that having watched the first film, I was expecting the second film to be not so good. I was wrong. Read more
Published 17 months ago by L. Wills

5.0 out of 5 stars As good as the first
The Mummy Returns doesn't disappoint as the sequel to the brilliant 'The Mummy', with special effects and a great script making this an absolutely brilliant film. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Natasha Kikas

4.0 out of 5 stars Just a bit of a laugh
I bought this film after watching the first, and it is not as good. But that doesnt matter because i wasnt expecting it ot be. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Omac

1.0 out of 5 stars rubbish
the first flick was an entertaining romp but this is complete drivel.the cgi is awful the plot is none existant.the acting is solid but this is a real let down
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3.0 out of 5 stars "Not These Guys Again."
It's 1933, and the O'Connells are at it again. The now married Rick (Brendan Fraser) and Evy (Rachel Weisz) are back in Egypt exploring a long sealed tomb. Read more
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