Bow down my friends... it's just that good. - Spider-Man 2 Reviews

Sequel? The thought first made me cringe, a reaction that perfectly warranted. I can name barely a handful of sequels that were in equal balance to their predecessor, even less when it comes to pretentious Comic/Superhero films whose only intent is to exploit CGI... the latter would include X Men 2, The Crow (City of Angels), and debatably Batman Forever (Can't say Returns was very appealing, but Walken and DeVito are just novelties). When you watch SpiderMan2, you realize there has been an absolute throw off in the balance, for it's evident... it's better. After seeing this film, you'll bow your head in shame to the prequel and boggle your mind, wondering why it took so long for this masterpiece to be produced; though it's obvious. Good things happen to those who wait, and this is most definately a very good thing. The visuals are absolutely stunning, and no longer are you going to narrow your eyes at the horrible editing as we saw in the first Spider Man, where the 'web slinging' and 'swinging' were horrendous, maybe even laughable. Here, you tend to be mislead, maybe even persuaded to believe this is realism at it's best. It's very convincing, but do not fear, for this is not a CGI exploit (well, we can argue that point). Read on. The dialogue and performances easily equal to the action and graphics, so were not yet reminded of the idiots who casted in Star Wars, where every speech and conversation is muttered by daft nits who couldn't act their way out of a paper bag (Hell, Star Wars is the type of film that would even accept stiff, monotonous boards of wood like Keannu... bastard). Tobey Maguire and Dunst manifest such a keen chemistry and that was ultimately lacking in the first film, and it is this chemistry that does indeed draw sweet reactions from the audience, maybe even a few tears for you sensitive folk (The type who shed tears during Edward Scissorhands). Now, there's another element that is absolutely paramount in this case... the protagonist, or as Comic Book fans know by now, the Villain. Doctor Ock lacks the over the edge acting like the Green Goblin does, but unlike the unmemorable Osborne, the Ock leaves a lasting impression. This character has feelings, and can easily be related to from all angles, in fact, he and Peter both share that 'everyman' persona. It's urgent that we see one of the easily unearthed morals here, the gift of choice. Of course, none of this would be possibly without the absolutely brilliant direction of Sam Raimi (Yes, you heard me. The same man who brought us the cult classic Evil Dead series). Spider Man 2 is without a doubt, this Sam's Ark, and we are more then willing to embark. The story is basic enough, but it's laced with so many classic elements were are reminded of the provenance of the entire franchise, the Comics. Romance, adventure, action and thrill, this is a movie for all audiences. Now, one thing I've gone and done often here is relate this film to other "Comic book" movies, which is infact a sin if ever there was. Spider Man 2 is not a comic book movie... no, it's far more complex and far more worthy. So, think this not as one of the finest Comic movie ever (For in visuals, acting, and directing, it does in fact, out do the long time 'champion', Superman)... but think this as one of the best movies of the summer, simply dub it as what it deserves. Priceless, innovative, enticing... this is a movie for the ages. Spider Man 2 is; no, pardon me. Spider Man, through out all of it's premature themes and bluntless, can be classified as one of the best movies this year. Editors Note: If you don't laugh or at least snicker at J.K Simmons' performance as Jameson, then you are inhumanly cold and should be sedated for you have little place in the world. (Pardon any spelling mistakes, especially with Characters... I tend to disregard such technicalities).