The trajectory of decline for *The Scorpion King 4: Quest for Power* continues unabated. While there are a couple of elements that manage to reach an acceptable standard, ultimately watching this film feels like a chore. The earlier installment possessed at least some energy; this one simply lacks interest. This fourth film marks the first time in the series that it shares its lead with a prior movie, which is som…

It’s remarkable that this _Scorpion King_ film is the first in the series to retain its star; Mathayus, the king of Asiegypt—a Canadian, apparently—joins forces with Chicken Man, a Cosplay Enthusiast and Mute Viking, for an adventure across 3000 BC England. Their mission involves using magic to challenge the idea that magic exists. I was concerned that the actors in _Quest for Power_ might not measure up to previo…