Come November...

Rating: Null/10 (15 May 2003)

After just seeing The Matrix Reloaded, I can honestly say that it was one of the best movies that I have ever seen. However, due to the overwhelming number of flames directed toward the film, I'd like to submit my point of view.
Reloaded has a totally different feel than the original. You are now somewhere in the characters real lives and seeing outside their macho Matrix facades.
"The most disappointing sequel in recent memory"
The Matrix Reloaded is, by definition, a sequel. However, it is only half of the sequel. Rather than create a 5 1/2 hour monster, the Wachowskis decided to cut it in half, trilogy style, and release the next half in November. Think how you would feel if they went Lord of the Rings and waited a whole year to release the next one. I was saddened to hear that the movie "had no ending" and "could have ended after the opening credits" (although there were no opening credits). THERE'S NOT SUPPOSED TO BE AN ENDING! The Ending is in November!
"I was waiting for the movie to come out of its sleepy boring state"
This movie was the setting, the precursor for what Revolutions will be. If you want to enjoy it, it takes time. After all, the Wachowskis DID NOT create this movie for us and I guarantee that they would not change anything because of what an audience wanted. I can already hear the retorts ("Well, we're the ones who see the movie, we should decide what makes it"). Not entirely. Without new ventures in filmmaking, we would not have had greats like the original.
If you haven't already, pick up a copy of The Matrix Revisited. It provides real insight into the movie and you will get a lot out of seeing it before the sequel, or even watching the original again. I can't wait to buy the movie when it comes out.