Spider-Man just can't get a break.

Rating: 7/10 (19 August 2016)

Marc Webb directs and critics pan this sequel; but fans have various opinions. I find this feature at times a little disjointed and some scenes tend to be pointless. But, THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2 is a very good escape. A refill of popcorn was due this time. Peter Parker (Andrew Garfield) is having problems dealing with his conscience trying to keep his promise to leave his main squeeze Gwen Stacey (Emma Stone) out of his dangerous life. New York City is rapidly falling deeper into the grip of Oscorp. Spider-Man will have to defend the city against the powerful villain Electro (Jamie Foxx), and that battle will constitute all of the viewers attention. Great F/X. If this is not enough, an old friend Harry Osborn (Dane DeHann), adds to problems relating to Oscorp. Peter and Gwen will compromise their inner-most feelings and our hero will uncover more clues to his past.
I did find myself getting a bit irritated with Spider-Man's sporadic grins to the camera and his attempts at humor. But no doubt about it, Mr. Garfield is many times better than watching Toby Maguire. I wish that Peter and Gwen could have shared the same spark and sizzle in the relationship from the last movie. Believe me, Miss Stone could make any hero's toes curl!
Others in the cast: Paul Giamatti, Campbell Scott, Felicity Jones, Colm Feore, Embeth Davidtz, B.J. Novak and Sally Field.