A Grandiose Spectacle full of cliches and silliness

Rating: Null/10 (8 October 2001)

I was not a big fan of the first one. However, when I saw the trailer for the sequel I was enticed. I am now not a big fan of the sequel.
It showed so much promise with its spectacled scenes. The characters are comical and a wee bit Spielburgian. The film is fun for the most part and the array of creatures that pop up here and there are an animators delight.

But, the film crashes toward the end. It was as if the writer was replaced at the end and they brought someone in to create an a quick finale.

The film sets up for battles we can not wait to see only to be disappointed after they are fought. I was excited to see the rematch between the two female leads but what a downer.
It is neat to compare a filmed fight such as the one in "Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon" to this one. One can see how one director is superior to the other. The Mummy's fight scenes are noticeably computer enhanced whereas the weapon fight between the "Tiger/Dragon's" women is beautifully shot and choreographed. The same direction is needed for a film of such grandeur.

When the Pharaoh loses his powers all of the sudden I felt cheated. The Scorpion King was weak along with the silly battle with Frasier. However, if I were a kid I would thoroughly enjoy this movie.
Perhaps Ang Lee could direct the third installment.