The Matrix Unloaded.

Rating: 4/10 (9 June 2015)

The Matrix: Reloaded (2003): Dir: Andy Wachowski, Larry Wachowski / Cast: Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Ann Moss, Laurence Fishburne, Hugo Weaving, Jada Pinkett: Disappointing sequel to the intriguing original. The title regards both the physical form of weaponry and our constant battles in the mind. Neo has a dream where Trinity falls to her death. Morpheus continues his revolt against a machine army. Thrilling visual action with exquisite production values but a screenplay that is reduced to the low end of intelligence. Excellent setup that descends into the action that fascinated fans of the original but it goes totally astray in its cliffhanger ending. Directed by Andy and Larry Wachowski who directed the first film as well as the suspense caper Bound. Keanu Reeves returns as Neo who is the only really interesting character this time out as he struggles to prevent a dream from becoming a reality. Carrie-Ann Moss and Laurence Fishburne return as Trinity and Morpheus but they are not as compelling this time out. Once Neo figures Trinity for dead in a dream then it is pretty much her duty to be prevented from death. Hugo Weaving plays the evil agent Smith who could have been a broader villain. Jada Pinkett is also featured and likely wishes that she was in the original instead. Action sequel with questionable spiritual elements reloaded with more nonsense. Score: 4 ½ / 10