Reloaded review

[johnhood]

My review for The Matrix Reloaded was published in Starburst magazine, and you can read it here (http://homepage.mac.com/johnhood)

[freakyplatypus]

I've never heard of Starburst magazine, but I enjoy the candy.

[Holy Ghost]

"The Matrix Reloaded

Review written by John Hood

Artfully blending the film noir of 'Dark City' (1998) with ‘Alice in Wonderland’ and Marxist cultural criticism, the Wachowski brothers breathed new life into late 1990s Western action cinema with the release of ‘The Matrix’ (1999).

During the first hour of ‘Reloaded’ it is as if George Lucas somehow downloaded the ‘Phantom Menace’ virus into the creative database of the Wachowski Brothers, infecting the once lean stealth-like ‘Matrix’ with endless discussion and senatorial deliberation!

The bloated sequel ironically now reflects the ‘Star Wars’ franchise, which it so devastatingly broadsided in the summer of 1999. However, the issues are very different. Whilst ‘Menace’ was bereft of a cohesive and engaging story. This second act is all but an indigestible narrative. A rich semiological montage of academic musings and high-octane opium that commands repeated viewing!

The arrival of Persephone (Monica Bellucci) raises the sexual tension and ‘Reloaded’ takes flight, never ceasing to amaze and astound. Culminating in a breathtaking car chase. In less assured hands this 15 minute freeway frenzy would have been unsustainable, here it becomes quintessential cinema. Sending out seismic shock waves that will be felt for years to come. A convincing reminder of the audacious and adroit talent of the Wachowskis and their production team.
The star of the movie is unquestionably Carrie-Anne Moss, who is the emotional counterpoint to Keanu Reeves’ detachment. Trinity is an angular and androgenous shadow dramatically aspected against state-of-the-art bombast.
By the pale moonlight, a haunting silhouette of Neo instantly transforms into an homage to both Batman and Superman. Sending shivers down the spine of this comic book fan!

It appears that even Neo isn’t immune to the curse of Narcissus. But 'Reloaded' is a pool worth swimming in. You’ll emerge in delirious anticipation for ‘Revolutions’."


could've just linked to the page. Was there something here worthy of discussion? im not being sarcastic..
one thing worth saying is that Carrie Anne Moss isnt the star of the movie, Keanu is. she is a major role, but star? naw....

[freakyplatypus]

Nawp.

[Fanible]

Amazing....

So, any point except to boast?

Congrats on your publish though.

[freakyplatypus]

I don't think there are any points... he's just showing off!