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The Movie:
This second installment of the Spider-man movies is great to watch. It was one of those movies that stopped time for me. The storylines were a natural progression from the first movie -- no contrivances, unlike SM3.
The Collectors box:
Spider-man was one of the few superheroes I followed and loosely collected memorabilia on, as a kid. This box set is good. It brought back some warm memories. But it still lacks a little as collectible items go.
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Doctor Octopus is an absolutely fantastic supervillain. And those mechanical arms are really something to see in 3-D. I saw this dvd of Spider-Man2 in 3-D at home using a new kind of 3-D glasses they've got here on Amazon. They let you watch normal movies in 3D. TV Eyes 3-D Glasses: Watch any movie in 3-D And Spider-Man 2 looked really great. But what really stood out for me in this movie was the portrayal of Doctor Octopus. The actor managed to make Doc. Oc both ruthlessly dangerous, and humanly relatable at the same time. My favorite scenes were when Doc. Oc was climbing the buildings, all those arms moving around everywhich way. And the scene where he and Spider-Man have a fight on a moviing train were awesome!
This movie had a good solid storyline, and plot, as well as some of the best characterization of any of the Marvel franchise movies. The action scenes were intense (especially in 3-D) but they always advanced the plot. While they were definitely eye candy, they were also important to the storyline. This movie also continues the storyline of the Goblin, which culminates in Spider-Man 3. (I went and saw Spider-Man 3 at the theater and took my 3-D glasses. It looked amazing, especially the Sandman and the final battle between all the characters. I can't wait to get it on DVD and see it again at home.) All three Spider-Man movies have been brilliant examples that comic books are not just for kids, and that entertaining, meaningful stories can still be told, even with superheroes.
I highly recommend this movie, and the others in the series.
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I recently saw the first Spider-Man, and I loved it. After hearing tons of criticism - as well as reading numerous negative reviews on here - I became so weary of this film that I was hesitant to purchase it even at $5.99. After viewing this film, I was able to place all the in the proper perspective: Some people simply don't know anything about Spider-Man.
Over and over again, people constantly complain about the action, or lack thereof. Well first of all, Spider-Man was NEVER (I repeat, NEVER) marketed towards the action-crazed. Spider-Man was always divided equally between his personal life, and the villains he fought. He started out a little heavy into the crime fighting, but as the story went, more focus was placed on his personal life, and how he struggled to balance being Spider-Man and being human. That was the entire appeal of Spider-Man - he was the one superhero who actually had a life, as apposed to the way they always placed the lives of other superheros in a nutshell. As the series went on, there were some instances in the comic book (or even the cartoon) where the majority of the episode/issue dealt with his family and his love for Mary Jane. Basically, the main downside to this movie is the main thing that made Spider-Man different from the other characters of Marvel. Some people called this movie sappy. Well guess what? Peter Parker was a sap. That aspect was introduced in the first movie, so it's actually nothing new. Parker was always the geeky guy who was madly in love with the girls he could never get. As far as some reviewers claiming this movie brought "nothing new" - well sorry to disappoint you, but a significant portion of the Spider-Man series dealt with on going issues of his personal life. Again, that was the entire angle of Spider-Man: the balance between his personal life and being a superhero.
I am in no way saying this movie is perfect - or even classic for that matter. I can understand (and respect) disappointment, but to say this movie is total garbage unworthy of watching is simply ridiculous. For the most part, this movie is pretty true to form. In my opinion, filming movies like this are always mission impossible. If you keep the balance of action hero and love story, people complain to no end (as they are now). However, if edit all of that out, and target it more to Joe-Sixpack action fanatic, then the comic book purists will cry fowl about their heroes being butchered.
I strongly advise you watch this movie and judge for yourself.
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It's not always easy to make a movie sequel. In some cases, it's not even a good idea. In my not so humble opinion, they did a great job with this one!
I admit I was worried. I wondered just how they'd handle Doctor Octopus. They did a good job.
Some classic moments that stick with me: Peter Parker's frenzied attempt to make a timely pizza delivery, while fighting crime at the same time. Whoever thought a super hero would have such concerns? Peter Parker has difficulty paying the rent because he can't keep a job!
The funniest scene was one in which his spidey powers had failed him. He was forced to take an elevator wearing his Spider-Man suit. A man was in the elevator with him, and casually talked about the suit. It went something like this:
"Nice suit." Spider-Man, "Thanks... it rides up in the crotch a bit."
The most dramatic scenes involved Dr Octopus and Spider-Man fighting aboard the subway. Spider-Man had just managed to save the train and lie there, exhausted. His mask was torn, and everyone had seen his face.
They reassured him that his secret was safe, and he was their hero.
Dr Octopus arrived, ready to take Spider-Man away. The entire crowd stood up to support Spider-Man.
Spider-Man 2 is a much-valued addition to my collection. I only hope Spider-Man 3 will be just as good.
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Spider-Man 2 is one of the best sequels ever and the best superhero movies ever. Heck, it's one of the best movies too. Though it's no The Godfather DVD Collection (The Godfather/ The Godfather - Part II/ The Godfather - Part III) or 2001 - A Space Odyssey (Two-Disc Special Edition), and it's not even Star Wars Episode IV - A New Hope (1977 & 2004 Versions, 2-Disc Widescreen Edition) but it is one of the best comic book adapations ever put on the screen.
The DVd features much of what the first did. There's still two commentaries and plenty of featurettes, but there's other must have goodies you need to check out.
Highly, highly recommended.
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