If you didn't like the story, You didn't get it

Rating: 10/10 (28 May 2003)

The Matrix Reloaded has been hyped as a great action flick, lacking the philosophical punch of the first movie. I thought that the action was stellar, but not as creative or unique as it in the first one when it still had that mind-bending newness. The story however is as compelling and mind blowing as the first Matrix. Wrestling with the concepts of God-given free will and the power of choice, while continuing to juxtapose a backbone of both Eastern and Western mythology and religion. Coupled with the roles of fate and destiny as each person finds their role in life, this movie will have you coming back half a dozen times while you try to work out its subtle brilliance. The Matrix Reloaded is as powerful, philosophical, and visually stunning as the first, and the final installment of the series should be a treat.