Bubba Ho-Tep (2003) (Hail to the King Edition)

Very original.

By Scott  May 31, 2004 | 8 out of 11 found this Bubba Ho-Tep (2003) review helpful

Pros: Bruce Campbell, Ossie Davis, Original Story

Cons: Don't learn much about other characters.

It was tough to keep from laughing so hard that I incurred some major internal injury watching "Bubba Ho-Tep". Definitely hilarious and intriguing, this release is one of the best off-the-wall offerings I've seen in a while. Many have... been coming out of the woodwork since Quentin Tarantino's rise to "god-hood" in some eyes, and most independent offerings now seem to be all about the surreal accessories as opposed to actual substance that gives you a different perspective or a new reality to consider."Bubba Ho-Tep" accomplishes these in a smooth, well-delivered style. Unlike "Scary Movie 3" which had humor where jokes were "forced" to be funny as opposed to "allowing" them to be funny, Bruce Campbell and Ossie Davis created a well-oiled machine of humor and fantasy that worked superbly. My only complaint for the film is that we aren't given more insight concerning other characters at the home. We are only allowed one chance meeting with Helen Martmouth's character and then she's gone forever. I think the story would have also benefitted from learning more about Elvis'/Haff's nurse. We aren't given much to go on with the mummy, and in this instance, we don't need it. We learn enough to keep the plot moving and, considering the shape he's in, I don't think he's up for a rousing Shakespearean soliloquy explaining how he came to be where he is. That would be superfluous.The extras are entertaining and give us more bang for our buck. The movie is worth purchasing without them, but something extra for your hard earned cash is always a plus. Read more Less