The Matrix Reloaded
Ok, I've been yelled at enough. It's finally time for my review of this movie. First of all, let me say that it broke every record for a one day box office, making 42.5 million dollars yesterday. Wow!
Now down to business. I have to say I was a touch disappointed. But that is only because my expectations were so high. There is no doubt about it, this sequel is not as good as the original. But this is common in trilogies. Really, aside from some notable exceptions (Empire, Godfather, T2), it's almost universally true...so it's kind of to be expected. Now, don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the film immensely. The special effects are awesome, the action kicks some serious butt, and the characters are well developed. The first half hour could have used some work. There is this ridiculous tribal-dance-orgy intercut with Trinity and Neo, well, y'know, that is totally out of place. But after that, the movie really kicks into gear and packs one heck of a wallop. The ideas are good, and the movie makes you think while still blowing your hair back. I won't give away anything, let's just say that the machines have come up with some great ways to kill us humans. And Neo can still trash most of them. There was probably a bit too much talking, philosophy, and computer mumbo jumbo for younger viewers, but that's ok, since the movie is rated R anyways. And I think they were trying to be "too deep" at times. It just wasn't culture-shaking like the first one. It seemed a bit choppy, and didn't have the same rhythm that the first one had. The soundtrack was definitely not as good. But these are all minor details. On the whole, the movie is extremely entertaining, and leaves you on the edge of your seat. It was well worth the admission price and well worth seeing again...and again if you are me:) Oh, and make sure you stay until after the credits for a look at the Matrix Revolutions...it's gonna be great! I can't wait until November!!!
Posted by Josh Melton at May 16, 2003 08:45 AM