Not as bad as the first, but still pretty flawed.

Rating: 5/10 (3 May 2014)

Even though I like this one more than the first one, it still has it's flaws. Some big, some small, either way, it makes for one average film. Andrew Garfield returns as the web swinger, and if you liked his wise cracks and sarcasm in the first one, then you won't be disappointed here. He's actually better at making up wise cracks then actually taking his job more seriously than he is. Honestly, he plays a much better Spider-man in this one, not immediately jumping on someone's face, but instead trying to reason with them, which makes him seem more like a nice guy. Gwen Stacy returns as his love interest, which makes for the main focus of the film. It's so on and off in the film since Peter is guilty over the death of Gwen's father in the first and the promise he made to him to leave his daughter out of it. Even though that's kind of interesting, they still kind of replace it with ways to make it humorous in scenes. Their affection, while touching, is cut short by the 50 other plots going on, making you just want the film to take it slow.
Jamie Foxx as Electro was an unique design, but an ugly effect. I thought his motivation was weak and the delivery was forced. Harry Osborn, aka the Goblin was also a sh*tty villain. The kid is a bad actor in general, and he brings the Goblin to shame. Oh, and Rhino? Well, once you see the film you'll know why he's not worth discussing.
The main focus of the film, like I said, is the romance between Gwen and Peter. I honestly think it worked out for the most part, it was the only part of the film that didn't feel crammed or forced, it felt necessary. Even though some parts were sappy or silly, I still enjoyed their interactions.
That's this film's best compliment is one particular scene, and the relationship, that's about it. The rest of the film feels cluttered and crammed with all these different things going on that felt forced, I'm just like "can we please just see him fight somebody or interact with Gwen Stacy?" It's almost like Peter Parker is bipolar. One second he's obsessed over his parent's secret, then he's all cheery about Gwen Stacy in the next scene. Better than the first? Yes. Decent movie over all? No, was watchable but would still not recommend unless you're a comic book fan.