The second in the Weisz/Fraser helmed turn of the century Mummy series resorts to doing what most action sequels do which is add in more action, more explosions and more SFX. It's still quite a lot of fun, but not as coherent or humorous as the first. Nor does it rival any of Indiana Jones movies, in story, fun or action.Thrilling sequences, like the outpouring of a horde of beetles or the Mummy's restoration, are often beat for beat lifted from the first film and simply made bigger/quicker and so lose their impact. Another notable borrow comes from Jurassic Park II.
The addition of Boath as the adventuring couple's son proves to be a great choice as he gets many of the best comedic moments (a role Hannah had in the first film). I particularly enjoyed those where he annoys his captors through restless finger tapping and repeatedly asking if they are there yet. By the end, I was beginning to feel the same.
Verdict: Fun, but no Indy.
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