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The Mummy Returns
An incredible sequel to the first film, "The Mummy Returns" delivers a rich mix of action, adventure, acting and effects. Unfortunately though, a movie relying heavily on effects and showcasing some top end of the scale quality, at the same time, it manages to squeak in its fair share of the shoddy. (For a few examples checkout the extremely fuzzy lips when the computer-generated mummy gets smooching, and when the giant log is blown in two, yet severs in a nice straight cut. These shots however hold up not too bad on the video screen versus the much larger theatre screen.)
Returning from the first film, an amazing cast including Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, John Hannah, Arnold Vosloo, Oded Fehr and Patricia Velasquez are joined by the young Freddie Boath and wrestling superstar Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, for one spectacular filmatic experience not to be missed.
Following 10 years after the first story, Rick O'Connell (Fraser) and Evelyn (Weisz) now married, have a son and live a somewhat less action-packed lifestyle. However, when their son (Boath) after playing with an ancient relic becomes the key to raising the Scorpion King (The Rock), he is kidnaped by those wishing to rule the world. Once again, action and adventure ensuing, Rick, Evelyn, her brother Jonathan (Hannah) and old friend Ardeth Bay (Fehr) race across the desert to save the young boy and the world.
Parental Note: Violence, Minor Language
The disc is single sided - dual layered and contains the original widescreen version of the movie. The mastering is excellent, as are the many extras.
(The) Mummy Returns: Collector's Edition Universal 2001
Rating:PG-13 Running Time:130 min
Picture:(side 1 - dual layered) 2.35:1 Anamorphic Widescreen
Sound:5.1 Dolby Digital
Languages:English & French
Subtitles:English (closed captioned)
Extras:Animated Menus, Trailer, Production Notes on disc and Booklet, Cast & Crew Bios., Audio Commentary by Director, Producer & Editor, 20 min Feature on Film, 6 min Bloopers, Look at 4 Effects Shots, PS2 Game Trailer, 3 min Interview with the Rock, Trailer for The Scorpion King, Oded Fehr Cancer Spot, Notes on Ancient Egypt, Music Video: Live Forever May Not Be Long Enough, Soundtrack Promo, Tour of Mummy Returns Theme Attraction, Universal Theme Park Promo, DVD ROM - Web Links, Game, Screensaver, Look at Scorpion King Production
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