Review of The Matrix Reloaded (2003) by Bhavesh B — 16 Sep 2012

Just when we were done appreciating the amazing special effects extravaganza of The Matrix (especially the 360 degree morph-merge shots), the Wachowski Brothers delivered this path-breaking sequel to fans and followers â" a sequel that took the expectations of millions of Matrix fans to the next level! Taking the story of The Matrix forward, this sequel deals with Keanu Reeves, Carrie Ann Moss and Laurence Fishburne, reprising their roles as Neo, Trinity and Morpheus respectively, try to unravel the mystery of the Matrix and go right to the 'source' of the problem (pardon the pun!).

While they have been largely successful at freeing a record number of people from the machines and extracting them from the Matrix, the trip faces a new dilemma â" how to stop the machines from digging into Zion and destroying its entire population? What is the role of Neo as 'the one'? How can he hit back at the machines? To get answers to these questions and more, Neo visits the Oracle. In the meantime, Smith has come back from his digital grave, where it seems that he has acquired the unique ability to be able to convert anyone he touches into another version of himself, quickly spreading through the Matrix like a virus. To get to the source and shut it down, Neo must confront the architect of the Matrix and decide whether he wants to save the love of his life or the world! Not a particularly easy decision to make....

Packed with unbelievable action sequences that take the momentum of The Matrix to faster, larger than life, amazing new levels, The Matrix Reloaded is indeed one of the most path breaking sequels ever made, particularly the scene where Neo is challenged by Smith for the first time in the park and the mother-of-all chase sequences where Trinity, Morpheus and the Keymaker are being pursued by just by everyone â" Agents, the twins, the cops - all out to get them on the expressway! If you liked The Matrix, Dark City or love good sci-fi check out The Matrix Reloaded today!