BENDS YOUR MIND IN WHOLE NEW WAYS

Rating: 10/10 (15 May 2003)

Being a pretty big fan of the original movie, I had been anticipating "The Matrix Reloaded" for some time now, and I hoped beyond all hope that it would not suck. And guess what- It is about as far from sucking as anything can be.
Action - MIND BLOWING, frequent, and for the most part, EXTREMELY realistic. I nearly dropped a load in my pants during the car chase scene, no joke. This movie is to "The Matrix" as "The Matrix" was to, well, anything else. I don't think anyone else will ever copy these effects. I don't think anything CAN.
Story - Now here, I have to admit, I was a little scared at first. The first half-hour drags a bit, with introductions of all the new and returning characters that feel a little forced, and a massive Zion rave/Neo-Trinity love scene that is overlong and a little gratuitous. Don't worry, though - it doesn't last. Once again, it is a visit with the Oracle that kicks a matrix movie into high gear, and from then on, it's all gold. The philosophical themes of the first Matrix are examined on an even deeper level this time around, and the last 20 minutes will bring new revelations and deeper questions that WILL TWIST YOUR BRAIN LIKE NEVER BEFORE. Repeat viewings are highly recommended.
I went home after this movie and was irritated to see the usual slew of TALENTLESS MOVIE REVIEWERS bashing "Reloaded". This should come as no surprise, seeing as how most movie reviewers are POMPOUS FOOLS, and NOT WORTH LISTENING TO. Listen to REAL PEOPLE who REALLY KNOW- "The Matrix Reloaded" is TRULY AMAZING, and A WORTHY SUCCESSOR to "The Matrix." Praise it.
9.9/10 STARS.
Now I'm going to go watch it again- someone told me there is a trailer for "Revolutions", the final sequel, after the final credits.