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Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past
Hekule, the King of Kuvukiland, is given a gemstone by the dying Kunji Balanadin. The stone is cursed and causes Hekule to become possessed by the spirit of the mischievous Kunji. It is up Mr. Bones, the royal witch doctor to cure his King and get rid of this cursed stone by returning the gem to its home in an Indian fishing village.
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Plot Summary
In this sequel, the eccentric witch doctor Mr. Bones is brought back to life by his son, who needs his help to find a hidden treasure. Together, they embark on a humorous and adventurous journey filled with comical mishaps and unexpected challenges as they race against time and rivals to uncover the riches.
Critical Reception
Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the humor to be crude and predictable, and the plot to be uninspired. However, it was a commercial success in South Africa, appealing to its target audience with its slapstick comedy and familiar characters.
What Reviewers Say
The film relies heavily on slapstick and lowbrow humor that fails to amuse.
The plot is weak and predictable, offering little originality.
Despite critical dismissal, it found a receptive audience in its home market.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film is a sequel to the highly successful South African film 'Mr. Bones' (2001), which was also directed by Leon Schuster and starred himself as the titular character.
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