For video game fans only

Rating: Null/10 (20 October 2003)

The Matrix was a provocative film that challenged its viewer visually and intellectually.
Its sequel, sometimes nice to look at, is dull and uninspiring. Its plot offers up little to ponder. Many of the sets resemble video game backgrounds -- not surprising since the action also looks much like what you would see were you looking over the shoulder of some game-playing 12-year-old. Why bother making a movie? Go straight to the game. The fights are boring because Neo always triumphs. There's no suspense. For example, after fending off an ant-like invasion of attack robots before flying off into the sky, one has to ask: why didn't Neo fly away right at the start?

If you like video games, your fingers will probably twitch. If you're an adult with other interests, pass on this crassly pretentious, overproduced bore.