Spider-Man 2 was leaps and bounds above it's predecessor. The sequel takes off with a recap of what transpired in the 1st movie with wonderful paintings by comic artist Alex Ross. The movie starts off by showing the trouble Peter Parker is having trying to balance his life with the heroics of Spider-Man. And showing how it is just not working out for him. Sam Raimi shows how great a Director he is by making the story flow, and letting the audience feel what Peter is feeling. Toby McGuire and Kirsten Dunst do great work as well. The casting of "Doc Ock" was perfect as well. They could not have gotten a better actor than Alfred Molina. Even the special effects were unbelievably eye popping. Anyone who enjoyed the 1st Spider-Man will undoubtedly enjoy this one. And Anyone who enjoys action Movies would love this movie as well. Go see it!