More than just another sequel

Rating: 10/10 (1 June 2001)

OK we all know the story about sequels. "They can never match the original". Well I dare anyone to say that about this sequel. Brendan Frasier and Rachel Weiss return to resurrect their roles as the 1940's explorers.
This time round the couple are married, and have a son. When they open a box in an ancient Egyptian tomb they set forth a course of events that could release the Scorpion king.
Incidentally the Scorpion king is played by WWF wrestler "The Rock" and I have to say he wasn't entirely bad in his role.
Whoever can kill the Scorpion king can take control of his armies and either rule the world with them or send them back to the underworld where they came from. So naturally a group of people call forth Imotep(I know I didn't spell that right). They believe the ancient mummy is the only person that will be able to defeat the scorpion king and control his armies.
John Hannah also returns as the wimpy, clumsy brother to Evie, and provides some hilarious moments. Evie's son is also hilarious with his innocent childlike confidence and total faith in his father.
The romantic moments between Frasier and Weiss are often comical and heart-warming, but the main attraction to this film is undoubtedly the superb effects and excellent directing. The effects in this film are far superior to the original. The fight scenes are more dramatic and will leave even most sceptical in awe of them.
I would recommend that everyone go see this film as soon as possible, 10/10