Filling, but not nourishing

Rating: 8/10 (15 May 2003)

The Matrix Reloaded: a collection of breathtaking action sequences, connected together by a rambling story line, poor character development and silly dialogue. The movie is certainly amusing and exciting, but it lacks the freshness of the first installment and certainly lacks a coherent story line. Part of the charm of the first Matrix was the small group of people involved, now there are many more characters and the significance of many is lost in the little screen time they get.
Watch it as you would eat a big mac, filling at first, but soon you'll be hungry again.
8/10 (primarily because of the special effects)