An unfortunate let down after all of the hype

Rating: 6/10 (18 May 2003)

After the massive amounts of hype that The Matrix Reloaded had created, and the fact that I was a pretty big fan of the original movie I couldn't help but find myself disappointed by the sequel. I will not dispute that the special effects were great, but as opposed to what the directors must have thought, they are not a substitution to other vital elements of a movie. The plot and many of the plot twists had the makings of a great movie, but I felt like the effects were at times over doing it and were just being used to show what they could do. In addition there are some continuity problems with the movie. It also seems that much of the movie is run like a freshman philosophy class, and instead of trying to teach you subtly, at every turn the issues are banged into your skull. There are only so many times I need to hear them talk about free will and choice...
Anyway, if you're just looking for a fun time, you can see it, but the original was definitely more enjoyable, and more thought out. I gave Reloaded 7/10 and hope for a better part 3.