A new high-water mark in special effects.

Rating: 9/10 (4 April 1999)

Yes, it's derivative of much better science fiction. And yes, it really has nothing new to say. And o.k., the script is lousy, occasionally ludicrous. But fergetaboutit. This film has the best visuals, the best special effects, the best techno-fight scenes of any movie ever made. As big a step beyond as the original Star Wars was in its time. Had the plot, script and pacing been as fine we would be talking All Time Classic. Instead, it is merely spectacular.