Great, and yet . . .

Rating: 8/10 (15 May 2003)

Well, it's finally here. The movie I've been salivating about for the past 4 months and I got to see it last night at a 10pm pre-screening. Unfortunately, it just didn't do what the first one did. I'm not saying Reloaded is a bad movie by any means, it just doesn't create the sense of awe that the '99 film did. There are a few reasons for this:
1.) Excessive use of CGI characters during fight sequences 2.) The proliferation of reality bending fight sequences in other films since 1999 3.) Keanu Reeves' acting (You know I'm right) 4.) The storyline is well known, and they just don't do enough to further new plot directions during the majority of the film.
However . . .
The visuals in this film are so damn good it makes your head pop. I have NEVER seen anything like this before and I'm a little frightened about what the W Brothers came up with for "Revolutions." Also, without giving too much away, the last 45 minutes will throw you for such a loop that you won't be able to get out of your head. Grab a friend, buy some tickets and don't have such high expectations. You'll love it.