Visually Outstanding!

Rating: 10/10 (24 May 2003)

I was anticipating the sequel to the Matrix for a long time. The first time that I saw the Matrix I was lost. I left the theatre saying that I would not see it again because it was too confusing. I usually enjoy films that entertain me for two hours but that I don't have to analyze or think about for too long. But I could not stop thinking about the Matrix for days after I saw it. Finally, a week later I had to go see it again. The second time I saw it I was amazed. I am not a big fan of science fiction yet I loved this movie. I discussed it with friends and we debated over the meaning of so many parts of the film. When the DVD came out I bought it and have watched it many times. Before I went to see The Matrix Reloaded, I watched it again. I went to see The Matrix Reloaded last friday and I am still trying to decide how I feel about it. Many people say that they liked the special effects better in this movie but did not like the dialogue or slow parts. I feel just the opposite. I thought that the special effects were overpowering but I loved the part of the film that was in Zion. I liked the philosophy in this film and some of the new characters. All I know is that I have to see this film again. In some ways I feel the same as after I saw the Matrix. Once again, just like when I saw the Matrix, this film has been on my mind since I saw it. Once again I have discussed the film with friends. What more can you ask of a movie than that. I just saw Bruce Almighty with my friends and really enjoyed it. But we did not talk about the film afterward and I know that tomorrow that film will not be on my mind. When you think of it, there are not many movies that make you think like the Matrix and The Matrix Reloaded. I know that I will be at the theatre on November 5th to see how this whole thing turns out.