A review from That Guy Named David:

Matrix Reloaded (B-)

This movie was a tough one in which to assign a grade because it does not have an ending (it merely leads into the 3rd Matrix coming out in the winter). That being said, if you come into the movie with the expectation of seeing a can of whoop-ass being opened on a lot of guys in suits, you'll walk away happy. If you expect an Oscar-winning performance from Keanu Reeves and supporting cast, you might be a bit disappointed. I must admit being a fan of the first Matrix because, in addition to the amazing special effects, the movie lacked the predictability that is the staple of most movies these days. Reloaded, however, while also lacking predictability did tend to borrow heavily from the same storyline as the first Matrix (however, the special effects were even better in the second edition). One major annoyance to this reviewer, though, was the weak attempt to make the movie into some sort of Sartrean dissertation on the "power of choice" in shaping one's life (both inside the Matrix and out). A little too deep for Keanu to pull off, but like I said, the kicking of some serious tail was pretty impressive and salvaged the movie.