PopWatch Pulse Check: Who wants to see 'The Mummy'?

Regular Joe Sun, Aug 3, 2008 at 06:40 PM EST

We waiting all summer for this movie and without Rachel Weisz, it was all for not. Rachelwas the life of the past two films and the couple's love and passion bonded the movie for success. The Mummy Return film denoted the son with an English accent but this Alex was no Englishman. Why not wait for the stars to align?
THe Emperor. Jet Li was awesome along with Michelle Y. The daugther, Isabella, was perfect for the part. SHe has the energy and passion that this movie much needed.
The pilot should have been an old British chap from the Great War with his faithful servant or sidekick.
The Terra Cotta army was impressive along General Ming.

Overall, I rated the movie a biased C+.
Please make Mummy #4 with the Right Stuff!!

Newport Beach, CA

WTF Sun, Aug 3, 2008 at 09:11 AM EST

Well, i admit it, I saw it last night and I was very much disappointed. The plot is slow, the chemistry between Brendan and his wife was so-so, the guy who plays O'connor's son was below average and at parts of the movie, i almost fell asleep...

I hope there's not a four mummy movie!!!

Sun, Aug 3, 2008 at 08:43 AM EST

I'm not upset that they made a third Mummy film, but I'll probably wait to catch it on HBO. I'd be more upset if they decided to make another Matrix movie, considering how badly the last one trashed the franchise.

Janny Sun, Aug 3, 2008 at 07:00 AM EST

Enough for Mummy!! Go back to your tomb!! Such a waste of time watching this trash movie. no more please! I'm begging you.

Brandon Sun, Aug 3, 2008 at 03:52 AM EST

Wow, didn't realize that so many people actually liked the movie, this is definately solid evidence that President Bush was elected by the citizens of this country.

Steve Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 11:33 PM EST

Keep 'em coming! These are just as exciting as Indiana Jones, and a lot funnier! My friends and I just returned from the latest "Mummy" movie and had a great time. Nice to see Evie and Rick's son as a young man with his own romantic interest. And, of course, John Hannah is hilarious. Oscars? Well, no, not ever; but for sheer entertainment value? Yes!

Brian Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 11:16 PM EST

I just watched the 1999 version on Encore last night. It was as funny, fresh and orignal a take on the old Universal franchise as ever. The 2001 and sequel? Not so much. And while I must admit, the trailers for this third one look promising, I'll probabaly wait for the DVD, despite the presence of hottie Brendan Frasier and the astounding Michelle Yeoh (oh so amazing in "Croushing Tiger..."). Maybe mayan mummies would have worked better. At leas they aren't made of clay...

Heather Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 10:08 PM EST

I think although it may be good, the timing is poor. Brendan Frasier already has one action movie in theaters right now (Journey to the Center of the Earth). I think people will watch one or the other, not both, and since Journey came out first, it will do better.

ihatebrangelina Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 07:31 PM EST

Can it be possible that you even saw the movie, or that
you can mistake lousy for absolute greatness. I saw this
movie , Theodore, and it is brilliant, wonderful and it's
totally worth the money to see it a million times over.
It outdid even the 1st and 2nd movie. And I loved those
two! Bow you head to the Mummy, foolish ones!!!

Courtney Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 05:43 PM EST

Haha, I totally agree with Justin!

Justin Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 05:40 PM EST

Oops, I meant 'scene' not 'seen'. See? This is what this movie does to your brain. Don't watch it, you've been warned.

Justin Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 05:36 PM EST

OMG, are you guys serious? The best movies of the summer are Wall-e and The Dark Knight. This movie was trash. The first two movies were not oscar worthy, but they were entertaining. This movie was so cliche, so dull. You could tell they hacked up some cheesy script. Movie summed up: Mummy gets discovered, whoever protected it failed to protected, mummy is inevitably (in a stupid way) revived with thingamagig, they chase the mummy to prevent it from becoming more powerful, bad army vs good army, one of the good one dies, final fight seen against a supernatural being with superpowers gets defeated in a cheesy way, everyone lives happily everafter, hint of another mummy comming. It's just the same plot from many movies, nothing new, the special effects were unimpressive, script was made possibly by a kid, predictable. Maybe those who liked it don't see movies that much, that may explain why they were entertained. My IQ dropped just for seeing it, =(. Don't do this to your brain.

Ruth Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 03:52 PM EST

My husband and I saw the movie last night knowing full well that our local critic gave it one star. WAIT!! This movie is not bad at all. Lighten up critics. Its a good old action packed, grab your popcorn, cold drink, kick back and enjoy it. I did miss Rachael Weiss, but thought Miss Bello(sp) did a fine job. It will do well despite the critics who seem only to like movies with subtitles!!

Chad Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 02:14 PM EST

Dear Jerry,
Playing a Nintendo DS is an enjoyable way to pass the time... as I wait for the bus.
I want more than mindless entertainment. I want more than something to pass the time with. I want a film with a plot not conceived by a 12 year old with ADHD.
Can this movie give me that?
I didn’t think so.
Dark Knight here I come.

sean Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 11:01 AM EST

I saw this movie on friday!, the day it came to the movie theaters here in the u.s.a, and all i'm gonna say about this movie is THIS IS THE BEST MOVIE OF THE YEAR AND THE BEST MOVIE OF SUMMER 2008!!!!!!!!!!!!=)..........
This movie will be released to dvd and blu ray disc in january 2009!, the reason i know this is because if you to the websites www.myvideostore.com and www.videoeta.com, they have webpages for all the latest theatrical and upcoming theatrical movie releases including this movie!, and it'll say on there that it's finally gonna come to dvd and blu ray disc in january 2009!, and darn it!, i can 't wait to finally freakin' have on that format!, watching it in high definition on my high definition tv!!!=). I bet i'll look and sound awesome too!!!=). i can't wait to finally have it!!!!!!!!!!!!=).

matt mccallum Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 09:46 AM EST

i couldn't believe it when i first saw the trailer for this movie. the first one almost had a good concept but was ill concieved. i was dragged to the second with a friend and couldn't believe how lame the "humor" and just about everything else was. i got in a heated argument at a party the next day cause some guy said the kid in it was great, better than edward furlong in T2. i almost lost it cause t2 is one of my tops. couldn't believe this guy compared this garbage to real filmmaking. i just hope that how bad i'm hearing this thing is is enough to ruin the careers of all who would read a script like this and say "lets do it"

jiminca Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 09:23 AM EST

I wasn't really excited about "The Mummy" sequel but I saw it and really liked it. I think it is the best "Mummy" movie yet and all the action is really well done

Colin Farley Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 08:28 AM EST

I think it's ridiculous. They are making a movie simply for the money, there's no heart in it anymore. What's the point of going to see a movie that was created simply to make money?

Jerry Diamond Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 07:12 AM EST

Saw the Mummy yesterday with my wife, very quick entertaining two hours. Great theatre, who cares, enjoyable way to pass the time, yes.

Jeb Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 07:11 AM EST

"Nobody ever went broke underestimating the intelligence of the American public." H.L. Menken

Jeb Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 07:09 AM EST

"Nobody ever went broke underestimating the intelligence of the American public." H.L. Menken

Dragon Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 06:59 AM EST

If it's not because of Jet Li/Michelle Yeoh, I'd never see the movie. The movie is a complete distortion of the chinese culture/history and I wouldnt want to see this terrible depiction of the history.

Jesse Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 06:43 AM EST

To be honest, I kinda did wanted to see the movie. I liked both first movies, and I like Jet Li. I really thought it was going to be at least decent. My God, I wanted to leave the theater, but my friend (which has very tacky and stupid taste) wanted to stay. Seriously, this franchise either needs to find good writers or it should just stop. I think Brendan Frasier did it only for the money. There is a reason why the original (the wife, can't remember the name) didn't want to appear in this movie. I recommend you avoid this movie like the plague. It got a lot of money during the weekend but that's because people like me thought it was going to be good. IT IS NOT. I want my money back. Stupidest movie I have seen in years.

Susan Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 06:13 AM EST

For the person that wrote this article. It really bothers me that there is no longer an editor looking over statements before they go out on the web~ I do not have a high level of education, but how is the following statement correct?
... 'the audience has seem psyched for the film'~ if journalists are messing up and putting in words like 'seem' instead of 'seemed' what other information are we missing when it comes to the larger articles? I have seen this quite a few times recently...so for the person who is writing these without an editor, please have someone else read your work before you publish it because your readers might be young people who are learning about correct sentence structure and it is advisable that you make this look as professional as possible.

nourisha Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 03:21 AM EST

i happen to love the mummy franchise and couldn't wait to see this new addition. i didn't like scorpion king but that didn't stop me from buying the boxed set. we could have done without this last edition but i still loved it. mummys are great and this franchise makes them likeable!

Krystal Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 02:38 AM EST

I agree with Jackie, I didn't need one, but I'm glad it's there. But I will have to get my Oded Fehr and Arnold Vosloo fixes elsewhere.

Matt Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 01:23 AM EST

I agree with your sentiment, unlike most who have responded here. Just because the film will make a profit doesn't mean its a good movie, even by blockbuster or escapist standards. A lot of people who see it will do so because there is nothing else to see, or because it is the only familiar name on the marquee. There are plenty of examples of *good* blockbusters, which fit this category of harmless entertainment.

Hiro Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 01:04 AM EST

Can't stop my kids begging me to see the Mummy movie. Ordered the ticket at Fandango which has a promotion for buy one get one free. We are ready to see it tomorrow. You can get the Buy one and get one free movie ticket using your your Discover Card at http://www.fandango.com/promo/discovercard

gene stewart Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 11:39 PM EST

It's the writing, not the "franchise", that is either good or not. Look what brilliance has come from the Batman "franchise" long after Joel Schumacher's touch of death murdered it for good only a few years back. A good story well told, and a rousing action flick that's fun, is perfectly fine, so drop all the pretense about good taste and just keep reminding yourself: IT'S ONLY A MOVIE.

Brendan Fraser's Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 11:29 PM EST

"The general public proves over and over what awful taste they have.”-Scott
Come on Scott, perhaps you should take a long hard look at your own taste. But, just to be fair, let’s take a moment and think about it. So, if a movie is loved by millions so much that it makes a ton of money…does that make it a good movie? Or…and I’m only saying this to be fair, maybe the masses are all wrong, simple minded twits really who don’t have the good fortune of being Scott who has true taste in movies. Yep, that’s probably the way it is.
Not. I prefer the simple truth of it, movies are meant to be fun. An escape from reality for a brief moment, a chance to forget your own woes and troubles as you immerse yourself in something larger than life. They make you laugh, cry, scare you silly, and give you an excuse to put your arm around someone you love. Enjoy life, it’s there for the taking.

nik Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 11:28 PM EST

Eh.

I'd rather see The Dark Knight a third time.

Jackie Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 10:13 PM EST

I LOVE the Mummy movies because they are so ridiculous, you don't have to think about them and John Hannah is by FAR the greatest sidekick ever. And Brendan Fraser, as crazy as he might be in real life is terribly entertaining as Rick O'Connell. I didn't need a third movie, but I'm sure happy they did. The Mummy never fails to entertain me. Totally seeing it this weekend.

Nix Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 08:43 PM EST

Serious movies are DVD movies, like literary fiction or a dense history. You have to take them home and eat them with an aperitif, then do it again and at least one more time before you can sincerely say you've engaged with the material. Movie theaters are for escapist entertainment. I would NOT want to share my deep feelings and existential crises with a hundred-odd strangers in an insecure environment. That's what church is for. As for Mummy3 in particular: I'll wait for the rental, but I will rent it.

Bill Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 08:29 PM EST

It's a summer popcorn flick, not an Oscar shoe-in. No, it doesn't have acting or a plot. Yes, it has lots of action. And yes, it will sell like hotcakes when it comes out on DVD.

A Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 07:29 PM EST

Oh come on, it's a solid summer popcorn franchise that translates into a perfect "eh, that didn't suck, I'll stop channel surfing here" cable franchise. No one involved is expecting an Oscar. It's just good fun.

Aunntie Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 07:28 PM EST

I watched it at the local theater only ten minutes ago. I just don't get the feeling that anybody in the production of this movie really cared about it. The acting alone made me cry, not for a good reason, the plot was simplistic and boring, and the dialogue was not what the two other movies were.

I'm quite certain that this will go down as a black mark on Brendan Fraser's and Jet Li's records.

I wish them the best of luck getting another contract, with a competent director.

Jay Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 06:00 PM EST

I watched the Mummy on Tuesday and sisterhood last night. The mummy needs to end. Michelle and Jet were the best thing in this movie.

Jong Lee Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 05:58 PM EST

I going to go see it today. I liked the first two Mummy movies. They've always had that sort of cheesy feel to them, but they were always fun movies to watch and I do not expect any different from M3.

Raven_Moon Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 05:36 PM EST

I'm neutral, as well. I don't really see the point, but I'm not upset there is another sequel, except fot the fact that Rachel Weisz isn't in it. Despite this, I'm seeing it at the drive-in tonight. (Mostly though, I'm just going for the "Hellboy 2" double feature.)

jaime Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 05:21 PM EST

If i watch any move before Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 this summer it will be The Dark Knight again. . .sorry mummy!

aa Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 04:58 PM EST

its a disgrace how many times i've seen the first two mummy movies. i'll miss the original evie but will definitely see this one and probably any more they decide to make.

Scott Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 04:42 PM EST

It figures that so many people would say yes. The general public proves over and over what awful taste they have. See anything with The Rock, Martin Lawrence, the last 20 Eddie Murphy movies, the first Mummy movie, the second Mummy movie, etc. The funny thing is that TDK is successful *despite* its being a quality movie. People just love cartoon movies. In response to another commenter "what's not to like", let me offer this. Look at the way the public ignored one of the best movies ever, "No Country." It had drama, suspense, action, outstanding dialogue, humor, near perfect acting performances, riveting character development, a great screenplay, and wonderful cinematography. What's not to like there? The trailer wasn't loud, obnoxious, replete with telegraphed mindless zingers or groin injuries so despite the buzz and critical acclaim, people didn't even try it. sigh.

sassmo Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 04:19 PM EST

Here's an actual conversation I had over AIM:

(somewhere in an alternate universe, in a city that doesn't look all that much different from Hollywood, a director and his casting agent have a conversation)

"Universal just gave me a buttload of money to produce their next big summer blockbuster... Now I just need a big star. Who's hot this summer?"

"Umm, Shia LaBeouf, Jonah Hill, Seth Rogan, Jack Black, and Harrison Ford are all available..."

"No, no... I want someone BIG! A born actor! I know! Get me that guy from Dudley Do-Right!"

"You mean Sarah Jessica Parker, sir?"

"No! I mean that guy that was in Monkeybones! Man I love that movie..."

Cibele G. Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 04:06 PM EST

I just watched. No regrets! I had a great time, Brendan is gorgeous, Maria Bello did a great job, Jet Li is a bad emperor but Michelle Yeoh is awesome!

cajunsblues Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 03:59 PM EST

I think they could of not included mr frasier(maybe a cameo) and just his kid vs the mummy.

Am going to see it but paying matinee only. That means seeing it at 11 am

Molly Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 03:26 PM EST

It's a real summertime, nothing deep & serious, eye-candy (Fraser) popcorn movie. What's not to like?

Silv Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 03:25 PM EST

Not ashamed to say yes, I do want to see this, and I did enjoy the other two plus The Scorpion King, a sort-of prequel. I like Brendan Fraser, I'll miss Rachel Weisz, but I will definitely see it.

Ceballos Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 03:12 PM EST

I could NOT be more neutral about this, which I think is a little worse than either being really excited or really angry.

Mostly I just think it's bizarre that Brendan Frasier looks exactly the same as he did in the first one, but now he has a grown son who looks like his little bro.

Ep Sato Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 03:09 PM EST

The ads for the first Mummy tooled it up as a heavy CGI horror movie. I didn't bother to read reviews or find out more. So when I discovered it was a Brendan Fraser movie (and a romantic comedy to boot), I was pretty disappointed.

The sequel was a yawner, though the Rock was fun to see in it and his lady was finer than fine china.

I won't see the third one, but will give it to them. The Qing emperor's tomb (the one with the terra cotta soldiers) has still not been excavated, leaving a lot of mystery surrounding what's inside.

Add to that Jet "I was awesome in Fong Sai Yuk 2" Lee and Michelle "I made a Pierce Brosnan Bond movie watchable" Yeoh are two of my favorite actors. PLUS, Yeoh did this awesome bikini spread in a video game magazine (!) a few years ago. My fellow fanboys, you gotta love an actress like that.

Catherine Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 03:04 PM EST

I will see it because I am a huge fan of the first Mummy...but I do think they should have stopped after the second one (or maybe after the first one since it just started to go downhill after that...)

BrandonK Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 03:03 PM EST

I don't really want to see it, but my partner does, so I guess we'll be going.

Scott Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 02:34 PM EST

I definitely want to see it. The absence of Rachel Weisz stinks but it looks like a solid action flick. Plus, as mentioned, Jet Li and Michelle Yeoh both = EPIC WIN. Also, YETIS.