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Post subject: The Mummy III: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor  Posted: March 2nd, 2008, 1:41 am |
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Has anyone else seen this? They're making a third sequel to the Mummy series.
Unfortunately, I thought they were skidding by with The Mummy Returns but this sequel looks to be a flop. I wouldn't mind more family-friendly movies out there but this is just a cheap way to make money. =/
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0859163/
My first concern is the fact that Rachel Weisz did not come back to play Evelyn O'Connell ---- which just means that the film won't fly. I'm sorry but you can't have a Mummy film without Rachel Weisz. They've unfortunately re-casted the role of Evelyn, a Maria Bello. Although I don't know Maria Bello's past roles, I can't help but be biased since Rachel Weisz is not in the role.
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Post subject: Posted: March 2nd, 2008, 1:54 am |
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I saw that. May see it for fun. *pouts* No Oded Fehr either.
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I'll be seeing this purely on the basis that I'm completely in love with Jet Li.
It's sad that Rachel isn't returning, Evelyn is an integral part of the stories. So I guess they figured recasting was the way to go. That and I quite like Maria Bello from what I saw of her in A History of Violence with Viggo. She was also in Secret Window with Johnny Depp.
That and it's written by Gough and Millar. That's a huge win for me.
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I don't really have any high expectations when it comes to films. I'm easily entertained and if I'm entertained it's good enough for me. I never really cared whether a plot was good enough. If it's an action/adventure/fantasy film I'm bound to like it.
I saw the other two films and really liked them so I'll definitely see this one as well. Shame about Rachel though  _________________ 
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Post subject: Posted: March 2nd, 2008, 11:17 am |
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I have always loved the Mummy series. I mean, it was one of the greatest days of my life, when I went on the ride at Universal Studios. XD I'm a total dork when it comes to these movies.
And I loved the cartoon series as well, which basically confirms my geek-dom right there.
But I too, must admit, that I am quite concerned. I mean, Rachel Weisz was (is) a very important character, and I cannot see how they intend to make the story work without her, even if they did recast Maria Bello in the role.
Not to mention Luke Ford is playing Alex O'Connell instead of Freddie Boath.... -sulks miserably-
They would never consider making another movie if Brendan Fraser didn't return.
But... I still am going to be at the movies, opening night, excited as all heck. Cause as long as they reprise John Hannah as Jonathan Carnahan, I am more then happy!  _________________ ~~ I'll be back upon my feet...Looking high and looking low, when I find my boots I know I gotta go~~
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Post subject: Posted: March 2nd, 2008, 3:40 pm |
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I have the same sentiments with JF about the screenplay having so that Evey had passed away----you can't recast a major part like that, Rachel Weisz is the face and essence of Evey as it was one of her first major roles that brought her into the business.
It seems like the only people coming back from the first original films are John Hannah and Brendan Fraiser, and sorry, although they are quite the duo, they cannot hold another Mummy film together like that.
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Apparently Rachel Weisz was interesting in doing it but she had a disagreement over the final screenplay and drew out of the project. That and because she's a working mother now and she can't be traveling to China.
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Post subject: Posted: March 2nd, 2008, 6:53 pm |
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^ That and the fact I think she was working on other projects at the time.
It must be weird to be part of a films series and then for the creative team and cast to change, so things are no longer as they once were. That's why the best sequels keep everything the same.
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Johnny's Fan wrote: There is nothing worse in films than to have a character re-cast. Different actors playing the same character is a definite no-no.  I would rather Evelyn was cut out from the film and mentioned in passing, than be played by someone alien to the series.
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Like in the Rocky movies with Adrienne (an?)... rather then recast... they just got rid of her.
Like... maybe they could have had Evy working on a case on the other side of the world or something... something.. anything then recasting!!
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Post subject: Posted: March 4th, 2008, 4:12 pm |
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i didn't know they were making another one. i personally think it's not going to do so well...while the 2nd one was good...the first was probably better and on top of that...i totally agree you just can't re-cast a main character. it just doesn't work. they should just leave her out and just have her mentioned or something
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Nienna Anárion wrote: I saw that. May see it for fun. *pouts* No Oded Fehr either.
What? That's just stupid. I would have Oded's love child, that's how much I love his character. I might even have Rachel's love child as well...
Brendan Fraiser is my hero, but still, I love Oded and Rachel.
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I loved the first two in the series but Bringing the third one, i think is pushing it....I am not sure if it's going to be any good. I may wait to see this one on DVD.
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Coincidentally the Mummy II is playing on TV right now---- I still can't get over it. I can't look forward to film with a completely new cast and think it's the same series.
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What is the point when he is the Mummy of the title?
and my first impression of it was that it looked cool. 
I think it looks like it could be a neat movie in and of itself although I'm not a really big fan of the Mummy movies. So yeah... but they are cool to just watch if I'm in the mood or if they're on tv or whatever. 
however, maybe they're pushing it a little making a third one and all, but that seems to be the trend nowaday so whatever. 
