Lives up to the hype

Rating: 10/10 (4 May 2002)

Nothing was more satisfying than seeing this masterpiece before my friends did.
The movie grabs a hold of you and doesn't let go until the ending credits. Danny Elfman once again pulls off a magnificent musical score.
Although I personally think Tobey Maguire isn't exactly the best looking guy, but you can't really give the part of a science nut to a jock either. He fits the part nicely, although his odd smile will give me nightmares for weeks.
Willem Dafoe is just the kind of villain that the big-name movie series need. He fits the role excellently. Perhaps the Bond series should invest in his talents at some point.
I don't really think of Kirsten Dunst as much of an MJ. I think her days of acting teenagers are over, but it was a lovely performance none the less.
Although one element I never expected to be included was - Amateur wrestling. God that sequence was funny. ^_^
One of the best movie theatre experiences I can say I ever had. Ranks up there with Resident Evil.