Sequels are notoriously difficult.
It s nearly impossible to capitalize on a winning formula without giving the audience a severe case of deja vu. Indiana Jones it s not, but The Mummy Returns does have its merits, although the plot isn t one of them. But then again, story is generally a secondary consideration in movies of this ilk. But there is more in store for them than they planned. Though one can t help but cringe at some of his awkwardly delivered, clich d lines, it s nice not to see an actor taking himself too seriously.