Some people just don't get it.

Rating: 10/10 (17 May 2003)

Okay, there's this movie. It has cool special effects, great characters, and a couple of great plot twists. So why do so many people don't like it? Expectations, plain and simple. The story didn't go where they wanted it to go, so they throw a temper tantrum. Sorry guys, next time just sit and enjoy the movie (and there is quite a bit to enjoy). The scene where Neo takes on about 100 Agent Smiths is one of the best martial arts action sequences ever put on film. The critics all complain about the characterization, yet I found the relationship between Neo and Trinity to be a pleasant surprise. The biggest laugh I've had yet is when reviewers say it has no plot, or that a certain plot twist involving `The Architect' was mumbo jumbo. It's obvious that they just didn't understand the plot twist or the whole philosophy of foreordination versus predestination, which is what this movie is actually about. Are we making choices for ourselves or are we just fated to walk along the path to our ultimate destiny and free choice is an illusion? This is the question posed by `The Matrix; Reloaded'. Many others are upset that this question ultimately went unanswered in this film, however, withhold your final judgment until `The Matrix; Revolution', because where as one film poses the question, I'm hoping that the next will provide an answer, thus turning the Matrix into a thesis on Freedom of Choice.