no even close to the original

Rating: 7/10 (26 May 2003)

The fact is, that the first matrix was indeed superb. You tend to realize that while watching Matrix Reloaded. You had groundbreaking bullet-time sowen together with mindtwisting story that left people walking out of the cinema wondering if there really is a spoon. The story didnt have any obvious hickups, it was linear, driving you on a rollercoaster to the end. And it left you hanging for more.
What is the matrix reloaded then? Mix 50% fight sequences and gratious bullet time with everything exploding and 40% slow paced psevdo-plot development filled with lots of love and empty statements that should make you feel that you are watching something deep and interesting. And add 10% of the original matrix suspense and plot into the last 30min of the film. If you are late for the first 1 1/2 hour of the movie, don't bother it has nothing to offer that the first matrix did. The last 30 min are interesting (*spoiler*), as the scenes with the architect present a new viewpoint into the world of the matrix. The end? Well it leaves you hanging for more for sure.
All in all, this movie is an action movie. Its the part of the trilogy made for the action and fighting lovers. Who dont want to be bothered with a lot of thinking material. For me it was a fun film to watch, but I **SINCERELY** hope that the revolutions will offer the same mind boggling experience like the first matrix did.