Doc Oct.

Rating: 8/10 (16 July 2015)

Spider-Man 2 (2004): Dir: Sam Raimi / Cast: Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Alfred Molina, James Franco, Rosemary Harris: Like Superman 2 we are given a film that surpasses being a sequel and examines the identity of the hero. Setup has Peter Parker struggling to adjust to normality as he is fired from his pizza deliver job. He still loves Mary Jane who has become a hit on Broadway. Central plot regards Dr. Otto Octavius or Doc Ock whose experiment goes wrong and four mechanical arms are welded into his back. Parker must also deal with Harry Osborn's plans of revenge against Spider-Man. Detailed and convicting with director Sam Raimi rightfully concentrating on identities. Tobey Maguire as Parker deals with his powers and whether they are a gift or a curse, but ultimately his identity will be at its most exposed by the conclusion in a way in which other films of the genre rarely go. Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane embarks upon stage acting. She is engaged but will discover something about Parker that leaves her committed to him. Alfred Molina steals scenes as the menacing Doc Oct whose tentacles conflict with her true nature. James Franca plays the vengeful Harry whose friendship is tested and loyalty to his father an open door. Rosemary Harris plays Peter's understanding aunt who still support him after the death of his uncle. Electrifying special effects serve as a worthwhile sequel. Score: 8 / 10