The script heavily emphasizes destiny. Evy is "destined" to be Nefertiri; Alex is "destined" to wear the bracelet. However, the conclusion suggests that while destiny sets the stage, choices (Rick choosing to save Evy, Imhotep choosing to give up) determine the outcome.
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May 4, 2001 Director: Stephen Sommers Genre: Action-Adventure / Fantasy Tagline: Adventure is reborn. the mummy returns transcript
NATHANIEL (voiceover) And I unleashed a power that had lain dormant for 5,000 years. The script heavily emphasizes destiny