Good, but ultimately disappointing ...

Rating: 7/10 (6 November 2003)

*SPOILERS AHEAD*
The Matrix Reloaded ended with many questions. As such, we were left expecting answers in the final installment, Matrix Reloaded. Unfortunately, I was left STILL wanting those answers. Even throwing aside that initial problem, this movie does not deliver any scene to match the Freeway scene of Reloaded. The battle for Zion, while impressive, pales before the battle sequences in The Two Towers or the upcoming RotK (if the trailers can be believed). Simply put, if a battle sequence is going to be the centerpiece, then it had better be worthy and I just didn't think it measured up. Next, I was disappointed with Smith being the big villain. We were led to believe that The One would ultimately FREE humans from the MACHINES, not negotiate a peace settlement that pretty much does nothing but offer concessions. I'm sorry, but I was not in the mood for a very one-sided STALEMATE (if that's possible). Maybe I will think differently after a second viewing (of course, I will see it again), but this is how I feel right now after seeing the movie last night.