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OmarionPruittFeb 4, 2022

spider 2 is great i love the film it is judt great everthing good from spider man 1 and made it better the chracters because bettter and the plot is better and the action is awesome along with the visuals get wayyy bettter and peter gets aspider 2 is great i love the film it is judt great everthing good from spider man 1 and made it better the chracters because bettter and the plot is better and the action is awesome along with the visuals get wayyy bettter and peter gets a good arc mj though shes bad i do not like her at all but the villans have an arc and they makes us feel bad for him and when turns good and dies it is emotianl and this film is just good 95%… Expand

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DannyDumbFeb 7, 2022

This is still one of the best superhero movies ever made even after almost 18 years

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DylanCarrFeb 7, 2022

Amazing movie, just honestly cannot tell how much it works for the Spider-Man character. The sequel here shows us how Peter as the high school boy is still in financial problems with his life & has to do the challenge of balancing betweenAmazing movie, just honestly cannot tell how much it works for the Spider-Man character. The sequel here shows us how Peter as the high school boy is still in financial problems with his life & has to do the challenge of balancing between being a student, working part time to make needs happen & then even turn into Spider-Man to catch the crooks who're creating problems as usual. It's catches up to him & he finds it very difficult to balance out these things coz if he isn't working within time like the Joe's Pizza in this movie, he's fired or if he isn't Spider-Man people die in the other end. It's.just crazy how Sam Raimi who himself is a comic book fan & loves Spider-Man do such honor to our favourite friendly neighborhood hero & he fleshes him out possibly the best we've ever seen in an adaptation the Spider-Man character ever.… Expand

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ClayGabrielFeb 8, 2022

Spider-Man 2 after almost 18 years still holds up pretty well and is stil one of the best comic book movies of all time.

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IsiahBoktorFeb 8, 2022

Still one of the best superhero movies to date.

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Vision67Feb 14, 2022

Spider-Man 2002 was a masterpiece, but this was way better then the first. Definitely deserves the amount of praise it is getting.

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JonathanMurrayApr 13, 2022

Best Spider-Man movie ever! It showed a kid with struggles and is a very relatable person.

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DarkwingSchmuckMar 12, 2022

Spider-Man 2 is the peak of the classic styled superhero film that started in 1978 with Superman: The Movie. Sam Raimi's second shot at the wall crawling hero does what all great sequels do by expanding upon its predecessors strengths. Funny,Spider-Man 2 is the peak of the classic styled superhero film that started in 1978 with Superman: The Movie. Sam Raimi's second shot at the wall crawling hero does what all great sequels do by expanding upon its predecessors strengths. Funny, exciting, and featuring one of the more memorable super villains in any superhero film with Alfred Molina's Doctor Octopus, Spider-Man 2 is first-rate entertainment.… Expand

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Ez1459May 10, 2022

a film that is close to me !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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RiverShenJun 30, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is nothing more than a masterpiece, Super-Hero movies at it's peak.
When the first movie is about Peter learning what "Responsability" is and what is his, the second is about him coming to terms with the weight of it.
It's obvious in the movie in many different scenes that Spider-Man isn't something positive on Peter's life, on the contrary, it's a big negative. He loses his job, fails at school, loses his friend and the love of his life all because of Spider-Man. What makes this even beautiful is that Peter isn't the perfect kid, he struggles to be Spidey to the point of questioning the vows he made for Uncle Ben.
We see that his life is indeed better and easier due to the lack of responsability, due to him walking away from it. In the amazing Burning Building scene, Peter has to save a child once again, but with no powers.
Be it with the suit or without it, he still knows what's right and is willing to risk his life for it. But he doesn't do it alone, the victim herself has to (literally) lift him up and once again, he faces the consequences: an old man was in the building and didn't survive the fire.
Overcome with guilt, he meets Aunt May and confess what he did, how Uncle Ben died. It's raw, it's hard to watch and heartbreaking. You feel how disappointed this mother is in her son. And then, the "Hero" speech.
There is no doubt she knew who Spider-Man was, when did she know? It doesn't matter, what does matter is that she's here for her son to teach him what it means to be heroic. It isn't about saving people just for the sake of it, nor rescuing kids for the fame; it's about doing the right thing even if that isn't the best thing for you. This is what Spider-Man is about: a kid who struggles, who suffers with his responsabilities (even get to the point of denying it) but manages to do what's right just because it is the right thing to do.
Doc Ock is also an outstanding villain, Mary Jane continues to be a really deep character is these movies and Harry continues to be the rival for Peter. The SoundTrack is peak Spider-Man and the action-scenes are jaw-dropping and visceral. Definetly the best movie about the Web-head and one of the best hero movies of all time.… Expand

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j9hnny97Sep 8, 2022

This is my all time favorite Spider-Man movie. It has an amazing story from beginning to end, all characters are incredibly relatable in some way or another, and the ending is the cherry on top of the cake. Great movie.

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Xavier31Apr 11, 2023

Best superhero movie of all time. Tobey Maguire is spectacular here, shining brightly! It's the movie that makes it easiest for you to connect with the hero of all.

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oneofjwNov 24, 2022

When a movie has a **** ton of meme templates, you know it is a very good movie.

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Braydenplays17Dec 5, 2022

Fantasic great villian great plot great film great cast funny good designs every wanted in a spiderman film

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Maxisgoat1717Apr 9, 2023

Why it rocks: It picks up the threads of the first film and expands them by a huge margin. Many plot holes are filled, and it’s definitely the most heartwarming and touching spider man to date. Doctor octopus is a good villain, and theWhy it rocks: It picks up the threads of the first film and expands them by a huge margin. Many plot holes are filled, and it’s definitely the most heartwarming and touching spider man to date. Doctor octopus is a good villain, and the characters have been improved a bit too.… Expand

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Kipan2004Feb 17, 2023

The greatest marvel superhero movie. Tobey Maguire is awesome in this movie, plot one of the best sides of this masterpiece.

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NedLeedsIsGoodMay 12, 2023

i would just say "ah rosie i love this movie" but there is a minimum on letters so i have this full sentence instead

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Burmun-B2010Aug 15, 2023

Parker's woes! The movie easily manages to stay true to its slogan from beginning to end: with great power comes great responsibility. It has also fixed the flaws of the previous time. That is, the costumes are awesome, the evil is moreParker's woes! The movie easily manages to stay true to its slogan from beginning to end: with great power comes great responsibility. It has also fixed the flaws of the previous time. That is, the costumes are awesome, the evil is more fantastic, and the games are more mature. Amazing visual effects and... I really miss you.… Expand

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SteveOMay 7, 2008

It was a good movie. Not a classic like the original and not atrocious like its successor.

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JimmyWJun 13, 2008

Great action movie but it showed tremendous emotion. Great story, great movie, end of story.

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JonathanS.Feb 26, 2009

Having re-watched this recently--and perhaps this partially a nostalgic bias--this is undoubtedly the greatest comic book film ever made. Hands down. Just the sheer level of enjoyment that it evokes, without sacrificing intelligence, acting, Having re-watched this recently--and perhaps this partially a nostalgic bias--this is undoubtedly the greatest comic book film ever made. Hands down. Just the sheer level of enjoyment that it evokes, without sacrificing intelligence, acting, direction, any of that--it's literally one of the few movies that contains the pure entertainment that has been lost more and more since the golden days of adventure back in the 70s. The Dark Knight had it's own post-humous/intense hype awe factor, but in terms of how many times you can just sit back and watch the film, while being consistently entertained--the only film that comes close is Iron Man. But nothing holds a candle to Spidey 2.Nothing.… Expand

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TomKMay 4, 2007

This movie is the best comic book adaptation, and is much better than spider man 1. It was a funnier, has more emotion and heart, great story, and a fantastic action with amazing CGI on doc oc. Spiderman 1 was more of an intro, but spiderman This movie is the best comic book adaptation, and is much better than spider man 1. It was a funnier, has more emotion and heart, great story, and a fantastic action with amazing CGI on doc oc. Spiderman 1 was more of an intro, but spiderman 2 displayed the wrenching consequences that comes along with having all this power.… Expand

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BobR.Nov 24, 2007

An incredible work of art. Much improved from the first Spider-man, this movie is possibly the best super hero film of all time.

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MovieLonely94Nov 7, 2010

a great follow-up to Spiderman

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TheQuietGamerMar 9, 2011

Aside from some drama and the fact that they made Doctor Octopus look lame this was an awesome movie, great special effects, awesome action, and great humor made this one of the best comic book based movies I've seen, if your a Spider-Man fanAside from some drama and the fact that they made Doctor Octopus look lame this was an awesome movie, great special effects, awesome action, and great humor made this one of the best comic book based movies I've seen, if your a Spider-Man fan you'll love this movie.… Expand

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TokyochuchuJul 9, 2017

Spider-Man 2 is one of the best super-hero movies ever made. The action scenes are decent, but it's the emotional heft of the story and the innocence of Maguire's Spidey that really connects. You just can't help but root for such aSpider-Man 2 is one of the best super-hero movies ever made. The action scenes are decent, but it's the emotional heft of the story and the innocence of Maguire's Spidey that really connects. You just can't help but root for such a good-hearted, self sacrificing hero.… Expand

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heybuddymoviesAug 1, 2011

This took the fun and energy of the first film and multiplied it by awesome. It had a great story of personal conflict over whether to be happy in your personal life or possibly using the gifts you have to sacrifice that life to save others.This took the fun and energy of the first film and multiplied it by awesome. It had a great story of personal conflict over whether to be happy in your personal life or possibly using the gifts you have to sacrifice that life to save others. It was a enthralling story about true heroism to the point of oneâ… Expand

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JawsPapi87Aug 25, 2011

Head and shoulders above the first one. It's character-driven and much more interesting emotionally plus there's more realistic dialogue and a cooler villain

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jos95Sep 17, 2011

This is even better than the original! The acting is still up to scratch, the visual effects are much improved and it has a deep emotional focus that never goes insipid at any point. Alfred Molina as Doc Ock HAS to be one of the greatestThis is even better than the original! The acting is still up to scratch, the visual effects are much improved and it has a deep emotional focus that never goes insipid at any point. Alfred Molina as Doc Ock HAS to be one of the greatest villains of all time. It's less cheesy than the first, but that doesn't mean it's not cheesy at all. Still, nonetheless, this and The Dark Knight are the best superhero sequels of all time.… Expand

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hoops2448Nov 10, 2011

Spider-Man 2 and Sam Raimi take the video game approach to sequels and I say this in the best possible way. All he really does is take what he did so well in the first one and build on it, with a snazzy new villain (played to perfection bySpider-Man 2 and Sam Raimi take the video game approach to sequels and I say this in the best possible way. All he really does is take what he did so well in the first one and build on it, with a snazzy new villain (played to perfection by Alfred Molina), subtle progression of the main characters and overall a story that is about as fun (if not more so) as the first film. Its a great popcorn film with some thrilling set pieces (especially the segments involving the train). It isn't timeless (I don't know a superhero movie that is) but its great, really great. Peter Parkers journey seems realistic in its progression (given the whole radioactive spider of it all) with the relationships between the characters being the main draw of the film despite the brilliant action. The dynamic between Peter and Mary Jane (Kirsten Dunst) or Peter and his aunt are engaging with the latter bringing some serious emotions out that had been stored up since the first film. Its a great next step in a story I think will only get better.........oh wait its Eddie Brock.… Expand

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aznassassinJun 14, 2013

Emotionally and cinematically brilliant that surpasses the original in everyway and even the rebooted Garfield-Spidey. One of my favourite superhero films of all time alongside Dark Knight Rises, Iron Man 3 and The Avengers.

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Tall_But_ShortJul 20, 2012

Spider-Man 2 is some of the most fun I have had during a movie. It is much more than a comic book movie and the character development in this movie is just great. I cared much more for the characters in this movie than Spider-Man (2002). TheSpider-Man 2 is some of the most fun I have had during a movie. It is much more than a comic book movie and the character development in this movie is just great. I cared much more for the characters in this movie than Spider-Man (2002). The action sequences are brilliant in this movie, especially the train battle between our friendly-neighborhood Spider-Man and Doctor Octopus. Mary Jane is a forceful character in this movie though and by that, I mean, we are forced to like her as a character. She wasn't nearly as charming as Emma Stone was in The Amazing Spider-Man (2012) but this still is and will be, at least for a while i believe, the first movie which pops into my head when I think of "Spider-Man."… Expand

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anshimanJan 12, 2013

'Spider-Man 2' is sweet and innocent, with Raimi's portrayal of honest human emotion bringing the warm, throbbing heart to this film that makes it so beloved. The pulchitrudinous dialogue drips with humble tears and emotional depth, provoking'Spider-Man 2' is sweet and innocent, with Raimi's portrayal of honest human emotion bringing the warm, throbbing heart to this film that makes it so beloved. The pulchitrudinous dialogue drips with humble tears and emotional depth, provoking audiences to ponder on fundamental morality through the deliverance of messages that transcend the human race. Danny Elfman's score contributes to my bucket of tears with the aid of the serene, harmonious strokes of strings that penetrate your very soul. This film is an uplifting, powerful and masterfully crafted one; it provides the comic-book fantasies that satisfy your inner child while coating it in a honeysuckle layer of themes that encourage good deeds to be done. It is a story of a man discovering himself, dealing with inner turbulence and confusion - a story that defines all of us and our struggles in ethically complicated situations. Raimi undoubtedly shows appreciation for rich character texture that elevate the impact of each character's respective catharsis through the course of the storyline, yet leaving one to remain disturbed to overall create a bitter-sweet after-taste and a slightly open ending. Put simply, 'Spider-Man 2' is an absolute delight that improves on the original and goes down as one of the best sequels of all-time, with The Empire Strikes Back, The Dark Knight, Superman II and The Godfather 2. 'With great power comes great responsibility'… Expand

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MonsieurEamesJul 12, 2012

This is the best of the Spider-Man movies. Along with riding a lot of the success of the first film, Spider-Man 2 upgrades the series with great effects, a more human villain, emotional renaissance and humor.

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btzneb92Aug 12, 2012

The most humane and one of the best superhero movies to ever be made. The movie succeeds to be a well-made character story on the personal trials of a superhero, laced with remarkable action sequences.

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cameronmorewoodNov 12, 2012

This Spider-Man, new and improved, hits all the right notes, has a perfect, bracing pace, and brings great new ideas to the screen. Surely when it was made, it was the best superhero movie ever. The Dark Knight now holds that position.

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Compi24Nov 28, 2012

Taking nearly every element of the first film and elevating it, "Spider-Man 2" is everything a sequel should be and more.

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SwatiFeb 12, 2013

A far superior film than the first one. The villain here is more intriguing and purposeful. Spider-man himself goes through some ups and downs. The fight scenes were cooler and riveting. MJ serves the purpose of 'damsel in distress' yetA far superior film than the first one. The villain here is more intriguing and purposeful. Spider-man himself goes through some ups and downs. The fight scenes were cooler and riveting. MJ serves the purpose of 'damsel in distress' yet again. I don't know anyone who would want to be with such an annoying person. Anyway, I enjoyed it.… Expand

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MemburgMay 23, 2014

This film is, without a doubt, the definitive cinematic Spider-Man experience, for people who are into all genres and of all ages. It has excellent over-the-top superhero action, pee-your-pants humour, and best of all, by far the bestThis film is, without a doubt, the definitive cinematic Spider-Man experience, for people who are into all genres and of all ages. It has excellent over-the-top superhero action, pee-your-pants humour, and best of all, by far the best Spider-Man villain, Doctor Octopus, who is wonderfully portrayed in this picture. Maguire is the perfect Peter Parker, Kirsten Dunst does a top job as Mary Jane. My only real criticism of this film is that a lot of the dialogue is rather weak, and a large amount of the extras are rather unrealistically sterile. But all of this makes for an outstanding superhero film, and one that I would be happy to come back to time and time again.… Expand

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MalevolentJun 13, 2013

This is a great movie. The story is great and the action sequences are awesome. Alfred Molina was great as Doc Ock and James Franco nailed it again as Harry Osborn. As a big Spidey fan, I have to say that this movie is better than the first one.

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12hilbkeJul 3, 2013

Spider-Man 2 is one of the best superhero movies I've ever seen, and in my opinion, better than the first movie due to great special effects, a great story, and Alfred Molina's performance as Doc Ock.

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FranzHcriticJul 29, 2014

A deeper movie than the first, not just about the cool action sequences, but about life, love, loss, and grief. The sequel outshines the original movie, which focused on the beginning, while in 'Spider Man 2', the pathos is more pragmatic andA deeper movie than the first, not just about the cool action sequences, but about life, love, loss, and grief. The sequel outshines the original movie, which focused on the beginning, while in 'Spider Man 2', the pathos is more pragmatic and conveys some emotion, which few action movies do. The acting, specifically the complexity of Alfred Molina, is natural and doesn't come off as blatantly campy. The effects are cool, the direction is spot on. Hardly anything to complain about.… Expand

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ThatCooperGuyOct 8, 2015

The second film could be a runner-up for my favorite comicbook movie. The first one was campy, but this film I'd argue is legitimately good. It is goofy, but remember that it's a COMICBOOK movie, so it can pass. It's an entertaining flickThe second film could be a runner-up for my favorite comicbook movie. The first one was campy, but this film I'd argue is legitimately good. It is goofy, but remember that it's a COMICBOOK movie, so it can pass. It's an entertaining flick from beginning to end and has a lot of heart. I much prefer the extended cut(Spider-Man 2.1) since it extends the already brilliant action scenes and gives some more moments to the supporting characters. It may be over ten-years-old, but it's still the best Spider-Man movie. It's probably in my Top 10 All Time Favorite Films, it just leaves you with such a satisfying feel at the end, which kind of makes Spider-Man 3 all the more disappointing...… Expand

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marcmyworksDec 2, 2013

The best Spider-Man film released and one of the greatest superhero movies of all time. The emotion oozes and the tension rises in this sequel. Alfred Molina is perfect as Doc Ock.

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borderlinefilmsFeb 4, 2015

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Tragically I am a Batman. An obsessive Caped Crusader comic-book collector until 1972 when my evil mother tossed the entire bunch in the garbage. My cousin was Spider-man. His noble mother preserved his collectionSuperheroes Anonymous

Tragically I am a Batman. An obsessive Caped Crusader comic-book collector until 1972 when my evil mother tossed the entire bunch in the garbage. My cousin was Spider-man. His noble mother preserved his collection with plastic envelopes and to this day they remain in pristine condition.

What's truly tragic about being a Batman is that, despite Nolan's recent attempts (and questionable sincerity), the best Batman movie hasn't been made yet. As far as we know, with Batman's fate resting with Warner Bros, David Goyer, Zak Snider and Ben Affleck, the best Batman movie will not be possible for another decade or two, maybe three. I await thee Dark Knight.

Again to my cousin's good fortune, the best movie about Spider-man has been established for quite some time. In fact, as a benchmark, it is arguably the best comic-book super-hero movie ever made. I didn't much love Sam Raimi's first Spider-man, and wished my mother could have disposed of his last entry, but Spider-man 2 was, and is, the ultimate movie adaptation from comic-books to the movie screen.

I was living in Shanghai in the summer of 2004 where I had to commute 3 hours on a hot and dizzy day to see it in English, and was fully rewarded for the effort. I was thrust into a imaginary super-hero world far more pleasing than anything I could remember since childhood. The 3 hour commute back home seemed like a breeze because Spider-man 2 awoke the wonder-struck boy inside me. It reminded me of a happy youth I forgot I had. It felt like Spidey was on the subway with me and would protect me from any harm. And he was just a boy himself! Batman? Who's that?

For a super-hero story, nearly everything is perfect in this movie. Doc Ock couldn't have been better. He looked exactly the way he did, at the height of Stan Lee's eminence, in the brightly coloured panels fighting Spiderman in 1968. And sounded just like I imagined he would. Peter and Mary Jane were in their element and their friendship and romantic undertaking actually mattered. The story and action played out the way a comic book should. It was both intimate and fantastic. Trippy, wonderful and scary. It was like growing up all over again. The climax was a bit too flashy, loud and over-the-top at that time, but by today's standards, when compared to climactic train-wrecks in Man of Steel, Iron Man 3 and the Avengers, it's perfectly splendid.

We are now being helplessly bombarded with comic book movies attacking us from every direction, all of them trying to out-do each other, jumping one shark after another. Every marginal superhero from Dr Strange to Shazam is being dusted off and hurled onto the big screen for our insatiable happy-childhood-appeasing appetite. The Marvel of Disney is launching at us one theme-park roller-coaster ride after another. Sony, with their Amazing Spider-man abominations, has completely lost it. Fox's X-Men and Fantastic Four proliferations hit the wall long ago. And DC, under the reigns of Warner Bros, has transfigured into its own worst enemy. A wretched mutation not even the Joker finds amusing.

Turns out Sam Raimi's Spiderman 2 is the gold standard by which all comic-book movies, certainly those of the super-hero variety, are and, evidently, will be set. Lucky cousin.… Expand

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SythusRATINGSOct 22, 2014

In the second installment in the Spider-Man series, based on the classic Marvel Comics hero, Tobey Maguire returns as the mild-mannered Peter Parker, who is juggling the delicate balance of his dual life as a college student and a superhumanIn the second installment in the Spider-Man series, based on the classic Marvel Comics hero, Tobey Maguire returns as the mild-mannered Peter Parker, who is juggling the delicate balance of his dual life as a college student and a superhuman crime fighter. The entertaining adventure escalates and Spider-Man's life becomes even more complicated when he confronts a new nemesis, the brilliant Otto Octavius, (Molina) who has been reincarnated as the maniacal and multi-tentacled "Doc Ock."… Expand

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homer4presidentMar 13, 2015

It may take a while for the action to start up in Spider-Man 2, but when it does, it's great. This sequel deals on the inner turmoil our protagonist must face not only as Spider-Man, but as an adult living in the real world - a nice contrastIt may take a while for the action to start up in Spider-Man 2, but when it does, it's great. This sequel deals on the inner turmoil our protagonist must face not only as Spider-Man, but as an adult living in the real world - a nice contrast by the writer(s). The new villain, Doc Oc, is way better than The Green Goblin could ever hope to achieve. He's a struggling soul just as Spider-Man, only his has been focused on better achieving what he failed to do, as is Spider-Man's - saving the world after the death of his uncle.

The scripth here is great. The acting once again, very well done, Simmon's character is wonderful. The music is basically the same from the first, a misstep by the composer Danny Elfman. Overall, this is a great sequel and could very well exist had the first not been made.… Expand

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gameguardian21Mar 10, 2016

A sequel that turns out to be better than the first, spider man 2 is more emotional, conflicted, and tells us how that spider man struggles with his powers.

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AgentVenom117Feb 21, 2016

The best adaptation of Spider-Man to ever appear on film and it's easily one of the greatest non MCU films to come out, Tobey Maguire is incredible in this role and you genuinely feel sorry for the guy as he gets bad luck after bad luck andThe best adaptation of Spider-Man to ever appear on film and it's easily one of the greatest non MCU films to come out, Tobey Maguire is incredible in this role and you genuinely feel sorry for the guy as he gets bad luck after bad luck and the rest of the cast especially James Franco and J.K Simmons completely own there roles. The story is incredible and shows the struggle that Spider-Man goes through every day trying to balance being a superhero and a student/photographer but he meets a scientist called Otto Octavius played by Alfred Molina (who is amazing in this film) and he is trying to emulate the power of the sun to give unlimited power to everyone in the city. But when the experiment goes wrong and kills his wife and his metal arms that he created to try and contain the miniature sun gets permanently attached to him, and the A.I takes over him and drives him insane and thus the story continues and I won't spoil the movie if you haven't seen it and if you haven't check it out.… Expand

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FuturedirectorMar 21, 2016

Spiderman 2 is fast, action-packed and as full-of-heart as the first, continuing perfectly with its predecessor, with his great plot, awesome story-telling and unforgettable characters to make this film an appropriate sequel.

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Cinemassacre94Mar 20, 2016

After SPIDER-MAN hit theaters in the summer of 2002, and raked in over $800 million worldwide, a sequel was a no-brainer, and only two years later, SPIDER-MAN 2 hit theaters. At one point, it looked like Tobey Maguire, who already seemed toAfter SPIDER-MAN hit theaters in the summer of 2002, and raked in over $800 million worldwide, a sequel was a no-brainer, and only two years later, SPIDER-MAN 2 hit theaters. At one point, it looked like Tobey Maguire, who already seemed to be tiring of the typecasting linked to the part, wasn’t going to return to play Spider-Man, and Jake Gyllenhaal was actually waiting in the wings in case he called it quits. Of course, a huge paycheck lured Tobey back to the part, and the result was a film that was universally acclaimed by audiences, fans, and critics alike.
Eight years later, how does SPIDER-MAN 2 hold up? Extremely well, and it stands as one of the top-tier superhero movies to ever hit the big-screen, comparing favorably with the later IRON-MAN, and even THE AVENGERS, although I’d put it a notch below BATMAN BEGINS/ THE DARK KNIGHT, and the great, unsung- X-MEN: FIRST CLASS (not to mention X2).

The reason the film works as well as it does is mostly due to director Sam Raimi’s continued focus on Peter Parker’s inner turmoil. Working from a great script by Alvin Sargent (among others), SPIDER-MAN 2 opens with Parker, now a few years into being SPIDER-MAN, having brushed off his best friend Harry (due to his lingering guilt over his part in his father Norman/Green Goblin’s death, and the fact that Harry flies into a near-homicidal rage every time he hears the name Spider-Man), and avoided Mary-Jane. Now, Peter’s living in a disgusting one-room flat, eking out a meager living as a pizza delivery boy, while continuing his studies. Once he learns Mary-Jane is now engaged to J. Jonah Jameson’s pretty boy son, he goes off the rails- eventually quitting his superhero duties altogether, to pursue Mary-Jane.

Of course, this is called SPIDER-MAN 2, and not PETER PARKER 2, so before long he dons his tights once again to fight the iconic Doc Ock, an unfortunate scientist who, after an accident, has metal arms molded to his back- and quickly goes nuts. Raimi balances the spectacle (with the climactic train sequence being a standout) and the darker, more emotional parts of the film beautifully, although- if one looks, the seeds of SPIDER-MAN 3’s idiocy are planted here, with a too jokey montage set to “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head” demonstrating Parker’s new-found freedom (complete with a freeze-frame we all thought was funny in 2004, but now suggests exactly the route we’d be going down a few years hence).

Maguire, despite almost quitting the part, gives a solid performance, although I feel that his dedication to the part was already wearing thin by this, with his physique noticeably less impressive than it was in the first film, and the trend towards self-parody already taking hold. Still, he’s good enough that nobody who saw this in its initial release had any complaints.

Following Willem Dafoe is no easy task, but Alfred Molina is up to it with his nuanced, tragic performance as Doc Ock. Even more sympathetic than Norman Osborn, Ock starts off as a nice-enough guy, but inadvertently causing his wife’s demise (not to mention getting giant robotic arms welded to his back) - he goes a little “funny in the head”. It all comes together in a nicely tragic conclusion.

No Chad Kroger this time, and the pop rock takes a back-seat to Danny Elfman’s score- which plays very much like a retread of the first film. That said, numerous reports suggest that Elfman and Raimi had a major falling out over the project, and Elfman, who used to be Raimi’s go-to guy has never worked with him again. Rumor has it large chunks of his score were dropped and replaced. A sad end to a great collaboration- as Elfman’s score to DARKMAN (not to mention his theme for ARMY OF DARKNESS) is brilliant.

SPIDER-MAN 2 didn’t quite measure up to the first film financially, but it did almost as well, grossing $373 million domestically, and another $375 million internationally, for another mammoth worldwide total of $783 million. It also fared much better than the first film critically, and for a time was considered the finest superhero film ever made.… Expand

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ReelViews94Mar 23, 2016

The pleasure is doubled in “Spider-Man 2.” Crackerjack entertainment from start to finish, this rousing yarn about a reluctant superhero and his equally conflicted friends and enemies improves in every way on its predecessor and is arguablyThe pleasure is doubled in “Spider-Man 2.” Crackerjack entertainment from start to finish, this rousing yarn about a reluctant superhero and his equally conflicted friends and enemies improves in every way on its predecessor and is arguably about as good a live-action picture as anyone’s ever made using comicbook characters.

In one of those occasional examples of sequelmakers setting their sights higher the second time around and mostly hitting the mark, director Sam Raimi, producers Laura Ziskin and Avi Arad & Co., rather than equating bigger with better, have conscientiously applied themselves to improving all aspects of the franchise. Conspicuously, the action sequences are more exciting, the visual effects — particularly Spider-Man’s swings through the canyons of Manhattan — are far more natural and compelling and even Danny Elfman’s score is improved.

Most importantly, however, the script provides a depth and dramatic balance quite rare in this sort of fare. Alvin Sargent, a distinguished vet screenwriter best known for such estimable character-driven fare as “Paper Moon,” “Julia,” “Ordinary People” and “Unfaithful,” did uncredited rewrites on the first “Spider-Man.” Here, working from a story devised by Alfred Gough, Miles Millar and Michael Chabon, he makes at least five characters into tortured souls with momentous decisions to make and places them all in a narrative frame within which the related elements are adroitly proportioned. Result is an object lesson in how, even for this sort of fare, the script can very much be the thing.

Unlike the last round of “Batman” films, which got sillier with each installment, “Spider-Man” is on the upswing, an impression fostered even by the opening credits, which resemble the comicbook style of those in the original but incorporate arresting renderings of key scenes to recapitulate the first picture’s story.

At the outset, Spider-Man is on a sort of hiatus, taking a back seat to the bumbling efforts of Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire) to juggle his studies at Columbia with part-time gigs taking pictures for the tabloid Daily Bugle and delivering pizzas on a strict schedule, which even Spidey’s best web-swinging can’t manage successfully.

Opening section quickly pulls the viewer close to Peter by sympathetically and amusingly detailing the difficulties of his struggle to make ends meet in a tough city. He’s constantly reminded of his inexpressible feelings for Mary Jane (Kirsten Dunst), whose face on a perfume campaign is plastered all over the city and who’s enjoying success onstage in a revival of “The Importance of Being Earnest.”

Driven by a deep need to succeed where his father Norman failed, and still tormented over his death, Harry Osborn (James Franco) has invested heavily in the research of scientific genius Dr. Otto Octavius (Alfred Molina), who believes he’s on the verge of creating a source of perpetual energy through sustained fusion. As the altruistic Octavius tells the admiring Peter, who intends to write his thesis on him, this breakthrough will put “the power of the sun in the palm of my hand.”

But just as Norman Osborn’s experiment turned him into a demented villain, so does Octavius’; in front of numerous onlookers, his electrical gizmos bust a gut and his four enormous metal “activators” turn into murderous tentacles of staggering speed and strength, and capable of transporting the creature soon to be dubbed Dr. Octopus, or Doc Ock, up and down walls with ease.

At the story’s precise midway point, Peter tosses his Spider-Man costume in the trash.

A light-hearted interlude, cheekily accompanied by “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head,” illustrates the more balanced and happier young man Peter is able to become without the specter of Spider-Man constantly hovering over him; he hopes his fresh approach to life will win Mary Jane over before it’s too late, and in the bargain confesses to Aunt May his guilt for his part in the death of Uncle Ben (Cliff Robertson, seen in one quasi-dream sequence).

The new emotional levels and increased opportunities provided by the script give the actors a chance to stretch, and they all respond, none more than Maguire. Running the gamut from heroic knight to heartbroken suitor, thesp is a constant delight, his lightness of touch providing many grace notes to what was already a lively characterization.

Dunst gets more screentime than before and fleshes out the damsel-in-distress aspects of her part with a nice portrait of a young woman trying to figure out where her future lies. With Aunt May finally, after two years of mourning, trying to move on, Harris has much more to do and does it with her customary excellence, and Franco pushes Harry into an unanticipated dark realm.

Molina’s initial geniality morphs into a determined but unmaniacal evil, although the lack of a specific focus for his destructiveness makes Doc Ock's real purpose a bit fuzzy.

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FilmClubMar 27, 2016

The pleasure is doubled in “Spider-Man 2.” Crackerjack entertainment from start to finish, this rousing yarn about a reluctant superhero and his equally conflicted friends and enemies improves in every way on its predecessor and is arguablyThe pleasure is doubled in “Spider-Man 2.” Crackerjack entertainment from start to finish, this rousing yarn about a reluctant superhero and his equally conflicted friends and enemies improves in every way on its predecessor and is arguably about as good a live-action picture as anyone’s ever made using comicbook characters.

In one of those occasional examples of sequelmakers setting their sights higher the second time around and mostly hitting the mark, director Sam Raimi, producers Laura Ziskin and Avi Arad & Co., rather than equating bigger with better, have conscientiously applied themselves to improving all aspects of the franchise. Conspicuously, the action sequences are more exciting, the visual effects — particularly Spider-Man’s swings through the canyons of Manhattan — are far more natural and compelling and even Danny Elfman’s score is improved.

Most importantly, however, the script provides a depth and dramatic balance quite rare in this sort of fare. Alvin Sargent, a distinguished vet screenwriter best known for such estimable character-driven fare as “Paper Moon,” “Julia,” “Ordinary People” and “Unfaithful,” did uncredited rewrites on the first “Spider-Man.” Here, working from a story devised by Alfred Gough, Miles Millar and Michael Chabon, he makes at least five characters into tortured souls with momentous decisions to make and places them all in a narrative frame within which the related elements are adroitly proportioned. Result is an object lesson in how, even for this sort of fare, the script can very much be the thing.

Unlike the last round of “Batman” films, which got sillier with each installment, “Spider-Man” is on the upswing, an impression fostered even by the opening credits, which resemble the comicbook style of those in the original but incorporate arresting renderings of key scenes to recapitulate the first picture’s story.

At the outset, Spider-Man is on a sort of hiatus, taking a back seat to the bumbling efforts of Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire) to juggle his studies at Columbia with part-time gigs taking pictures for the tabloid Daily Bugle and delivering pizzas on a strict schedule, which even Spidey’s best web-swinging can’t manage successfully.

Opening section quickly pulls the viewer close to Peter by sympathetically and amusingly detailing the difficulties of his struggle to make ends meet in a tough city. He’s constantly reminded of his inexpressible feelings for Mary Jane (Kirsten Dunst), whose face on a perfume campaign is plastered all over the city and who’s enjoying success onstage in a revival of “The Importance of Being Earnest.”

Driven by a deep need to succeed where his father Norman failed, and still tormented over his death, Harry Osborn (James Franco) has invested heavily in the research of scientific genius Dr. Otto Octavius (Alfred Molina), who believes he’s on the verge of creating a source of perpetual energy through sustained fusion. As the altruistic Octavius tells the admiring Peter, who intends to write his thesis on him, this breakthrough will put “the power of the sun in the palm of my hand.”

But just as Norman Osborn’s experiment turned him into a demented villain, so does Octavius’; in front of numerous onlookers, his electrical gizmos bust a gut and his four enormous metal “activators” turn into murderous tentacles of staggering speed and strength, and capable of transporting the creature soon to be dubbed Dr. Octopus, or Doc Ock, up and down walls with ease.

At the story’s precise midway point, Peter tosses his Spider-Man costume in the trash.

A light-hearted interlude, cheekily accompanied by “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head,” illustrates the more balanced and happier young man Peter is able to become without the specter of Spider-Man constantly hovering over him; he hopes his fresh approach to life will win Mary Jane over before it’s too late, and in the bargain confesses to Aunt May his guilt for his part in the death of Uncle Ben (Cliff Robertson, seen in one quasi-dream sequence).

The new emotional levels and increased opportunities provided by the script give the actors a chance to stretch, and they all respond, none more than Maguire. Running the gamut from heroic knight to heartbroken suitor, thesp is a constant delight, his lightness of touch providing many grace notes to what was already a lively characterization.

Dunst gets more screentime than before and fleshes out the damsel-in-distress aspects of her part with a nice portrait of a young woman trying to figure out where her future lies. With Aunt May finally, after two years of mourning, trying to move on, Harris has much more to do and does it with her customary excellence, and Franco pushes Harry into an unanticipated dark realm.

Molina’s initial geniality morphs into a determined but unmaniacal evil, although the lack of a specific focus for his destructiveness makes Doc Ock's real purpose a bit fuzzy.

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MordoReviewerMay 29, 2016

One of my favourite superhero movies of all time since Captain America triology
This changed everything and made it a great drama with great characters and a good story
This is the best Spiderman movie ever made, without doubts

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salmansohail_Aug 23, 2017

Standing right beside The Dark Knight, its probably better then it as well. Spider-Man 2 is the best super hero film ever. It conducts such a nice tone and such a great plot, great acting, great soundtracks and a great villain that prettyStanding right beside The Dark Knight, its probably better then it as well. Spider-Man 2 is the best super hero film ever. It conducts such a nice tone and such a great plot, great acting, great soundtracks and a great villain that pretty much already makes it the best superhero film. This film shines not because its better then Spider-Man 1. It shines because it can be considered the best superhero film ever. It shines because it shows people the reality of life. It shines because it adapts from Spider-Man 1. The film takes the "With Great Power comes great Responsibility" and shows us what it really means. Can peter parker take the responsibility of managing to be spider-man, get a income, provide for his aunt, go to school and try to win the heart of Mary Jane Watson. Adding on top of that his best friend Harry wants vengeance for his fathers death blaming the death on Spider-man. Adding more on top of that Doctor Otto Octavious has gone bad. Adding even more on top of that The Daily Bugle's Jonah Jameson keeps on throwing weight on spider-man calling him a menace. Peter decides he cant take it. He decides that he didn't want to be spider-man, he quits. He goes on to live a regular life, for a while it seems all good and well however it comes to back to strike him as time goes on. As time goes on peter realizes that he cant get away from being spider-man, even when he is being himself he still has a hero in him. He realizes that he is spider-man, whether he wants to be or not. He realizes "sometimes we have to be steady and give up the thing we want most, even our dreams". This is a quote that speaks to life, that speaks about responsibility. Spider-Man 2 isn't about action or about self-doubt. Its about Responsibility. And that is why it is the best Spider-Man Movie ever, and that is also why it is the best superhero movie too. You might realize its just a story thats dark however sam raimi adds more to the plot. Funny dialogue, the return of JK Simmons. The film is fun, great and even better amazing. Spider-Man 2 is lovely, nostalgic and the best superhero film ever.

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arrivistNov 25, 2021

The Godfather II of Superhero movies. The action scenes are so complex and spectacular. Tobey Maguire is brilliant as Peter Parker, who goes through his most challenging character arc yet. Molina steals every scene he's in as Doc Oc. Didn'tThe Godfather II of Superhero movies. The action scenes are so complex and spectacular. Tobey Maguire is brilliant as Peter Parker, who goes through his most challenging character arc yet. Molina steals every scene he's in as Doc Oc. Didn't get a 10 because some of the cgi dates the film.… Expand

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MonkiReviewsDec 16, 2017

This is a super good, entertaining, and fun Spider-Man movie. The acting has improved from the first one for sure. The special effects also got improved, and looked more real. It was also exciting to see what happened next because the storyThis is a super good, entertaining, and fun Spider-Man movie. The acting has improved from the first one for sure. The special effects also got improved, and looked more real. It was also exciting to see what happened next because the story was exciting, fun, dramatic, and new. It is worth a watch.… Expand

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TheWeedAug 9, 2017

Spider-man 2 has the perfect blend of character building and action in a comic book movie. It perfectly blends the believable struggle Peter has between his normal life and his superhero life. The themes fit so well that it can feel likeSpider-man 2 has the perfect blend of character building and action in a comic book movie. It perfectly blends the believable struggle Peter has between his normal life and his superhero life. The themes fit so well that it can feel like you're watching a real, personal struggle.… Expand

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Dragonfly44May 5, 2018

A truly amazing superhero movie. The story is spectacular and the greatly updated special effects make this movie fantastic. Good acting, loveable characters, a great villain and a stupendous love story are why this movie is just . . . Good.A truly amazing superhero movie. The story is spectacular and the greatly updated special effects make this movie fantastic. Good acting, loveable characters, a great villain and a stupendous love story are why this movie is just . . . Good. Rating- 93%… Expand

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KelvinSelimorFeb 2, 2022

Spider-Man 2. The main threat hidden under the mask is back. This is the title of a movie that has Jonah Jameson in it. The sequel looks even nicer. The plot is not so straightforward, and the main villain attracts all the attention.

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LoletinAlexisJun 28, 2019

Removing some moments that are ridiculous nowadays, Spider-Man 2 stands as the best spiderman movie and one of the best superhero movies.

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MarvelJoeSep 13, 2018

Seeing Peter Parker trying to be himself as Spider-Man is a struggle, emotional, and accurate of how things are in real life which is why it's my favorite superhero movie ever.

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DeepKamateApr 6, 2018

Without a doubt, this is the best movie about "Spider-Man" of all time. In it there is literally everything that we love in superhero movies: action, plot, villain, great shooting, beautiful picture and atmosphere. There is also lots of theWithout a doubt, this is the best movie about "Spider-Man" of all time. In it there is literally everything that we love in superhero movies: action, plot, villain, great shooting, beautiful picture and atmosphere. There is also lots of the director's unique insanity in it, but I think it only benefited the film. It is unlikely that noone will be able to film "Spider-Man" better.… Expand

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TheTalkSep 23, 2018

Plenty call this the ultimate Spider-Man movie. The one that you can't literally say anything bad about, but, unfortunately, it's definitely got flaws. From Tobey's uncomfortable face expressions, to the screaming that is more hilarious thanPlenty call this the ultimate Spider-Man movie. The one that you can't literally say anything bad about, but, unfortunately, it's definitely got flaws. From Tobey's uncomfortable face expressions, to the screaming that is more hilarious than dramatic to the acting that has not aged too well. But, overall? This is one of the greatest comic book movies, indeed. I'd take this over a Captain America film anyday, because in the end, the corniness makes this film what it is and tells an excellent story of the popular franchise Spider-Man. Definitely a superior and total improvement from the first film.… Expand

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SolartronMar 11, 2019

This movie is easily the best comic book movie ever. The film excels on character development and the theme. The character development has a tremendous emotional feel to it. Parker loses his powers from the stress of the tasks of Spider-ManThis movie is easily the best comic book movie ever. The film excels on character development and the theme. The character development has a tremendous emotional feel to it. Parker loses his powers from the stress of the tasks of Spider-Man conflicting with Parker's social life whether it's school or the relationships with his friends and family. He regained his powers by reconnecting those relationships, improving his grades, and yet still chooses to be Spider-Man. The theme relates very well to the character development which is, "Choice." Our choices have consequences whether for good or for bad. I could go on and on, but it'd be too long. Every aspect of this movie, from emotion, comedy, darkness, and action, does great and still holds to this day a fantastic film.… Expand

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BrunoVn00Mar 31, 2019

An example of how to make the perfect sequel, a movie far superior than the original. Spider-Man 2 is not only a great superhero summer flick, it's actually a great movie too. This movie actually gives main character Peter Parker a realisticAn example of how to make the perfect sequel, a movie far superior than the original. Spider-Man 2 is not only a great superhero summer flick, it's actually a great movie too. This movie actually gives main character Peter Parker a realistic internal conflict: Should he continue to be Spider-Man and struggle to keep a normal life? Or should he stop being Spider-Man and have a normal life? This movie focuses on that conflict leading to the best writing, directing and acting of the trilogy and probably from any live-action Spider-Man movie.
The action scenes are way better and more intense than the previous film, the train fight scene is probably one of the most memorable and best action scenes in any superhero movie ever.
After all, this is still a Sam Raimi Spider-Man movie and there's some cheesy stuff like some dialogue and some scenes (like I think the Dr. Octopus hospital scene was supposed to be horryfing and turned out to be unintentionally funny).

This is an amazing superhero movie, one of the best ever made and till this day the best live-action Spider-Man movie ever. This is one of the movies that truly showed the world that superhero movies can be competent movies and not just dumb action.… Expand

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TomtagApr 14, 2019

This was much better than the first one. Alfred Molina's role as Doc Ock was as good as Willem Dafoe's green goblin.

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