Review of The Matrix Reloaded (2003) by Arlene F — 07 Dec 2012
Agent Thompson: You.
Agent Smith: Yes, me.
[turns Thompson into another Smith].
Agent Smith: Me... me... me...
Agent Smith Clone: Me too.
Merovingian: I love French wine, like I the French language. I have sampled every language, French is my favorite. Fantastic language. Especially to curse with. Nom de dieu de putain de bordel de merde de saloperie de connard d'enculé de ta mère. It's like wiping your arse with silk. I love it.
Keanu Reeves : Neo.
Laurence Fishburne : Morpheus.
Carrie-Anne Moss : Trinity.
Hugo Weaving : Smith.
Neo and the rebel leaders estimate that they have 72 hours until 250,000 probes discover Zion and destroy it and its inhabitants. During this time, Neo must decide and determine how he can save Trinity from a dark fate in his dreams.
Did The Matrix need a sequel? The answer is yes and no. A mixture of the two. Reloaded feels like it's been solely made to bring in the money and fill the coffers. On the other hand it's an action packed effect laden, shooting, fight fest thrill ride.
The first half of the film was dull and yet as soon as they reach Zion a level of boredom still proceeded to make its way into the audience's mind. Serious talking and lifeless acting in areas. The plot and story could of been improved here.
The stand out for me was the latter half of the film, a fight with thousands of reincarnated Smith's, stopping the disapproving Merovingian's henchman's bullets before having a weapon extravaganza battle, two albino like-twins with phasing abilities sparked my interest, a car-chase that was top notch, with a killer beat and music. One of the best car chases I've seen.
The ending was abit of a letdown, although technically it wasn't. More money making to prolong the series and Hollywood's constant to desire to disclose franchises with the magic three AKA The Trilogy.
Definitely superior to the depressing follow up Revolutions but not as fresh or as unique as the original Matrix which still stands alone in it's greatness.
A good effort with some new ideas into the Matrix Universe. Recommended you get the 10 Disc set with Extras for fans.
This review of The Matrix Reloaded (2003) was written by Arlene F on 07 Dec 2012.
The Matrix Reloaded has generally received positive reviews.
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