Better than the first!

Rating: Null/10 (3 July 2004)

Comedy, romance and action. What more can you ask from the latest installment of the Spiderman movies. Maguire's portrayal of the cursed hero is endearing and often sad as he battles on through his dual identity. Doing laundry (badly) and complaining about the comfort of his Spidey suit allow you to see just how human a superhero can be. Kirsten Dunst and Tobey Maguire's on screen chemistry grows throughout the film providing a touch of romance and it is not too difficult to become sympathetic with the movie's main villain. With special effects light years ahead of those used in the first, Spiderman 2 is the best film this summer. The ending is expected but sets up the third installment and I for one, hope the entire cast return.