In the Hearts of True-Believers

Rating: 9/10 (8 June 2002)

I would just like to address all the people out there who complained, griped and otherwise whined about how "fake" and "unbelievable" it was. GROW UP!!! Jesus, are you people ever picky. One more thing, which will justify your complaints, but also explain why you're stupid to have them: IT'S NOT BASED IN REALITY!!!
That having been said I would now like to go into my review.
"Spider-Man", for all intended purposes delivered well, considering all the competition it had from other movies... among them, some science fiction movie....I can't remember the title.
Tobey Maguire did a fantastic job as Peter Parker/Spider-Man. His physical commitment to the film shows just the caliber of actor he really is and is a testament to his professionalism. The one thing that weirded the hell out of me, was his voice. When he yells, his voice actually gets higher in pitch. While he speaks, however, his voice carries well.

Kirsten Dunst is a fabulous actress. I've been following her since "interview", and she played the part well as MJ. Actually I had no problems with her until a friend of mine (a woman, of course) pointed out that she doesn't work as a redhead. She's too pale. True enough I figured...this friend of mine is a redhead with a darker complexion and shes Hot!
Willem Dafoe. I cant even begin to describe him. He's evil. He's cut-throat. He's a father. He has brought a performance so unique and interesting, that it can only be matched by Jack Nicholson. Or vise versa. Willem Dafoe is one of those cool actors who has done everything possible, so now he's earned the right to have a fun role. And you can tell he had fun in this role. Actually, he's cool just judging by his name. Willem, Willem, Willem....
Now the supporting cast. JK Simmons is a really good mean guy (REALLY REALLY GOOD) Rosemarry Harris is worrisome, and motherly, and Cliff Robertson dies. The supporting cast is all top-notch, they all pull their weight and carry their scenes well. As for JK Simmons....He MAKES a couple scenes as JJ.
The Special Effects were very good. I cant believe how many people complained of how fakely the movie represented a skinny (but built) teenager in a bright red and blue, skin-tight suit, swinging down 80 stories and recoiling up at speeds of 70 mph, while shooting out a sticky fluid out of his wrist as he chases down a green man in a bionic suit linked to a jet glider. Actually....now that I read what I just said....your right...how fake!!!! (idiots...)
And finally, because I fear I'm nearing 1000 words. I would like to rate this film 4.5 stars out of 5. If you want to know my other thoughts on Spider-man, e-Mail me....I love mail.
And for all you who think I'm too biased in favor of Spider-Man....why don't you tell that to my Spidey Tattoo?