I Can Only Speak For Myself...

Rating: Null/10 (24 May 2003)

Many readers will want a fair view before they see the film. All I can say is watch the film for yourself.
I can only show you the door - you must walk through it...
JUST MAKE SURE YOU WATCH THE MATRIX BEFORE WATCHING RELOADED!!!!!!!!!
I have just watched The Matrix Reloaded and I found it to be a brave attempt by the makers to expand on the greatness of The Matrix...
I don't want to ruin the film by hyping it up but I truly believe this film was great.
The easy thing that the makers could have done is essentially re-make the first film and play it safe as in the Die Hard series (Don't get me wrong, I love Die Hard, but they all used the same formula).
However, they actually went and made a true sequel where the atmosphere of the first film is retained but the story is taken to a new level. This was a big risk, but it paid off thanks in part to great special effects.
If you can get past the first 30 minutes or so (which aren't too bad) you're in for great viewing.
The story is simple enough if you pay attention. The action sequences are great and the film unfolds at a fast pace so it doesn't drag on. There is also some humour that doesn't spoil the flow.
One other thing... I also find the story of The Matrix running along the same lines as the Star Wars trilogy (The Force, The Matrix, The Jedi, The One, The Dark Side, The Machines). Don't be put off - as long as the connection isn't too obvious, I think that this is a good thing.