The sequel to a modern masterpiece

Rating: 2/10 (27 September 2005)

I thought the first "Matrix"-movie was excellent and awaited parts 2 and 3 with great anticipation. And for what? "Matrix Reloaded" is completely pointless. It's probably supposed to be the bridge between parts 1 & 3, but come on. It's only an excuse to pack a 2,5 hour movie with special effects, fighting scenes and action. Did the team behind this time-waster have too much money and not enough ideas, perhaps? I absolutely think so. Not only that, but this joke of a sequel is extremely annoying and monotonous too. To quote the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, it's "just talking loud and saying nothing". It's a poor excuse for a movie, and those responsible should have known better, done better and tried harder. Shame on you.