Editorial Review:

Amazon.co.uk ReviewThe third film in the The Mummy series freshens the franchise up by setting the action in China. There, the discovery of an ancient emperor's elaborate tomb proves a feather in the cap of Alex O'Connell (Luke Ford), a young archaeologist and son of Rick O'Connell (Brendan Fraser) and his wife Evelyn (Maria Bello, taking over the role from Rachel Weisz). Unfortunately, a curse that turned the emperor (Jet Li) and his army into terra cotta warriors buried for centuries is lifted, and the old guy prepares for world domination by seeking immortality at Shangri La. The O'Connells barely stay a step ahead of him (climbing through the Himalaya mountains with apparent ease), but the action inevitably leads to a showdown between two armies of mummies in a Chinese desert. The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor has a lot to offer: a supporting cast that includes the elegant Michelle Yeoh, Russell Wong, and Liam Cunningham, the unexpected appearance of several Yeti, and a climactic battle sequence that is nightmarishly weird but compelling. On the downside, the charm so desperately sought in romantic relationships, as well as comic turns by John Hannah (as Evelyn's rascal brother), is not only absent but often annoying. Rarely have witty asides in the thick of battle been more unwelcome in a movie. Rob Cohen's direction is largely crisp if sometimes curious (a fight between Fraser and Jet Li keeps varying in speed for some reason), but his vision of Shangri La, in the Hollywood tradition, is certainly attractive. --Tom Keogh

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Rating: - still entertaining, but the "Mummy" has crossed its peak
We watched the third of the "Mummy"-movies over Xmas.It was still quite entertaining, teh special effects rather good, but really it has lost its specific attraction. It went the route of "India Jones" by introducing the son who slowly takes over. The new leading lady (Maria Bello), Rachel Weiszis is not as good and remotely funny as the orginal one(Rachel Weisz) And Mr Fraser...it seems that he is bored by it all. Except for displaying his great body he adds nothing specific to the movie. All in ... Read More

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Rating: - Oh dear.............
I really loved the first two Mummy films so couldn't wait to see this third installment. Having watched it, I have to say it was very disappointing. I wanted to see action and good effects, which certainly do come and thats why I gave it two stars, but the bits in between "I've been a bad father/ son blah, blah, blah" go on forever and drag the film straight down to the point of utter boredom. And sorry Maria Bello (Evelyn), but your "oh so perfect" English accent just grated to the point of me wishing ... Read More

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Rating: - shame...
a fairly poor film. following on from the original Mummy which was not a terrible film, and returns which was also ok.. this is terrible. The acting isnt great (i dont like Brenden Fraser anyway), no real good action scenes and the Story line is extremley predictable.

The Actor who played Alex (the now grown-up son) i dont think played the role very well, he had an american accent for some reason, and generally didnt suit the role imo.

If you really want to watch it i would rent ... Read More

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Rating: - "You Guys are Like Mummy Magnets."
It's 1947 and the O'Connell's have retired. Rick (Brendan Fraser) is trying to take up fly fishing. And Evelyn (Maria Bello) has a case of writer's block trying to come up with a third book to follow her two best sellers based on their two adventures with mummies. Truthfully, the two are bored out of their minds. Which is why they are thrilled to be offered a chance to take a rare artifact to China.

The trip also gives them a chance to visit Evelyn's brother Jonathan (John Hannah) who owns ... Read More

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Rating: - MUMMY MORE LIKE DUMMY!!!
I liked the first two films infact they were brillant as for this it was dire. The acting was very average again compared to the first two films I really hope the director doesn't get the offer to do another film because I don't think he was really bothered making this in to a good part 3 and he still got paid!!!. It is worth a watch to say you have seen all three films but do not think you are going to get what you saw in the first two films because you won't!!

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