Enjoyable overall

Rating: Null/10 (14 May 2003)

I found "The Matrix: Reloaded" to be enjoyable overall. It's nice to see a huge Hollywood film with big special effects, but also a great deal of substance as far as story is concerned. You don't see that very often with "blockbuster" releases. Previous to this film's release the question has always been "How can they top the first 'Matrix'?" Bullet-time was a technique that had never been used before until the first "Matrix". What on earth could the Wachowski Brothers do to top what they've already pioneered? Unfortunately, they didn't do much. The special effects were all still at the same level as the first "Matrix" only this time they were bigger and more mind-blowing. Just imagine bullet-time on a much larger scale. Although nothing new was "invented" in this film, the effects were still amazing.
"The Matrix" has always carried a level of cheesiness. This film is no exception. The over-the-top monologues and over-blown musical score may make audience members snicker a bit, but if you've seen the first "Matrix", a bit of cheesiness should be expected. A well rounded story with substance should always be appreciated in Hollywood. "The Matrix: Reloaded" has a story with a ton of substance. I only question the way in which the Wachowski Brothers communicated that story. In some parts of the film the narrative seems a little detached and unclear. Some movie-goers may easily get lost in the confused way that plot points are presented. To sum it up, if you liked "The Matrix" then you will no doubt really enjoy "The Matrix: Reloaded". It is a film that aims to please. If you want to see a film you can have fun watching, this is it.