The script was the reason she turn down this film:
This link not only reviews the script but has an insider in the production of Mummy 3 that explains why Rachel left the film.
“http://iesb.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2327&Itemid=99″
“Kudos to Rachel Weisz for jumping ship on this ancient turd in the making, really well done. So while the official word has been that her schedule would not allow her to return to the third film, sources close to actress have said that the script was the real reason why she did not come back”
And here are more sources that confirmed Rachel leaving because of the script
From Eonline: http://www.eonline.com/gossip/awful/index.jsp?uuid=be7b5f63-7f05-4c2c-a613-15e4ce46ea79&page=2
Mum’s the Word?
Remember those fun Mummy movies with Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz? The first installment was happening, the second one not so much, but both made some pretty big bank. Enough so that Universal was hopin’ to squeeze a third flick out of the franchise.
“Course, there’s been talk of this Egyptian redo stuff for some time. First, it was reported early last year that both Brendan and Rach wouldn’t reprise their roles. Then there were mouthings in September that B.F. had signed back on. And now I’m hearing there are more back-’n'-forth machinations regarding the mummified redo attempts.
Rachel Weisz
According to inside busybody beetles on the project, both stars are on the verge of walking off from discussions…but for different reasons. The Oscar-winning Rach is reportedly less than thrilled with the script.
“It’s basically a very bad repeat of the first two films but without the charm or wit,” say loose-lipped insiders unafraid of big-studio voodoo curses for blabbers.
And I’m told Brendan – “on the other cash-siphoning hand – “wants a bigger paycheck and more back-end profits than Universal is willing to offer.
And here are more that confirmed that story:
http://www.cinemablend.com/new/Rachel-Weisz-Leaves-Mummy-3-4912.html
http://www.cinemablend.com/new/The-Mummy-3-May-Be-In-Trouble-4419.html
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wallacesawyer
11 years ago
I wouldn't be surprised if she didn't like the script because her character had very little importance, especially compared to the previous film where we learn she's the reincarnation of a princess. In this one her character's pretty much just looking for thrills.
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