Take it at face value, folks

Rating: 7/10 (26 May 2001)

Well, the first thing I noticed, within the first 30 minutes or so of the movie, was the plot of this movie being very convoluted and a strong suspension of disbelief being required. There are also a whole lot of handy coincidences and characters saying "I remember this guy" or "Not this, again!" which gets real old after a while.
There is also a smart alec kid who could get on your nerves, even if you're trying really hard to like him.
The movie is also rated PG-13 this time around and so there is a lot less gore and it's not nearly as scary as the first one. Which sucks.
The Rock was really okay (quite out of character actually) and as usual Brendan Fraser is yummy and his costars are competent.
So it was a good flick as far as the action and special effects and all, but it's pretty hard to follow unless you're paying really close attention. I'd say it's worth your attention -- just pay attention!