The Matrix Reloaded

The Plot: It's the same old Matrix, but with upgraded agents and cloned Smiths. Neo (Keanu Reeves), Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne) and Trinity (Carie-Anne Moss) are back, with reloaded skills: Trinity's a devil at bikes, Morpheus' combat skills take on another level, and Neo flies. The gang is back, fighting a whole new ensemble of exciting villains. They do not stand alone, however, as they are joined by their fearless allies. Together, they struggle to fight the inevitable: the downfall of Zion, the last human enclave.

The Review: The Matrix Reloaded was my first look of Zion. And while the place was more dreary than I expected, one thing's for sure: the people of Zion know how to p-a-r-t-y.

The second installment to The Matrix trilogy surpassed its predecessor. Just when I thought nothing more could amaze me after The Matrix, the directors surprised me with reloaded jaw-dropping stunts and eye-popping visual effects. Although most of the stunts and effects were done in CG, the results were spectacular. That everything can be done when done with computers holds true in this sequel. The people behind the movie pushed the CG to its limits and they delivered...in style. Back too is the black trench coats and Ray Bans ensemble, but with more flare and fashion. Only Keanu Reeves can come out looking yummy in that costume after fighting a dozen or so Smiths. The Oracle said he turned out okay. Are you kidding me? He turned out waay better than okay.

Unforgettable Scenes:

- The Opening salvo with Trinity

- The fight scene between Neo and the Chinese guy

- The fight scene between, or is it among, Neo and Smiths at the park

- The fight scene between Neo and Merovingian's goons

- The spectacular Freeway scene

Movie Quotes worth 'Quoting':

Link: He's doing his Superman thing.

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Neo: (to a dying Trinity): I know you can hear me. I'm never letting go. I can't. I just love you too damn much.

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Bane: Oh God.

Agent Smith: Smith will suffice.

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Agent Smith: Mr. Anderson.

The Rating: 10/10.

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