Product ReviewsThe Mummy Returns (Blu-ray Disc, 2008)

The Mummy Returns (Blu-ray Disc, 2008)

There are a few cases in film history where a sequel is actually better than the original. "The Mummy Returns" is not one of those cases. But it's not completely bad either. Its basic problem is a question of balance. The original was famous because of its clever mix of action and comedy. In this case, whether you believe it or not, there's just too much action and too much comedy. As for the plot, with its tale of ancient reincarnations, duels of fate, supernatural armies, lost cities and even more magical artifacts than the first movie, it's just too ambitious to be taken seriously. The biggest flaw of the movie is, therefore, its excess.

But in spite of this problem, some characters take an interesting twist. The leader of the Magi (Odeh Fer) turns out to be an even more amazing hero than he was in the first movie, and the character of Evi (Rachel Weisz) is no longer the naive, bookish girl that she was before. Now she evens wields swords, daggers and guns just like his husband Rick. Some new characters, like Ank-Suna-Mun (Patricia Velásquez) and the Scorpion King (The Rock) are also welcomed. This time, however, Imhotep is not as cool as he was before. You can even say he's kind of weak. I think that losing your immortality forces you to play it safe for a while.

The producers also put a lot of special features on this edition, even more than they did in the first movie, but even they get old, because the first movie already covered the special effects aspect too well. In conclusion, you should watch it if you lRead full review...

Good buy

Had 2 really tiny scratches but movie played really well it’s almost brand new and this movie the mummy cost a lot in all retailers from 10 to 15 dollars so I saved money.

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worth buying on Blu-ray

great classic movie

Fun moive

Awesome sound and picture

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Like New

Perfect for my collection!

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Awesome

Just as good as the first one.

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A great movie made better by Blu-Ray

Picture, sound, special effects explode off the screen.

This is a great flick that you can enjoy like you did when you first saw it in theatres.

The Mummy Returns indeed.

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The mummy returns Blu ray disc

The Mummy Returns in blu ray disc format? a no-brainer not to collect one for you to enjoy for so many, many to years to come! if you buy this one - don't forget the first movie too - funny, action packed, thrilling, it will blow your mind. everybody in the family enjoyed watching this movie again and again. Thank you very much.Read full review...

The Mummy Returns

Awesome

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Totaly & Awesomely FUN!

This is an AWESOME movie. Like all sequells their is always one that SUCKS, not this one. This movie is full of action, and very funny from begining to the end. I highly RECOMMEND this movie to everyone.Read full review...