I can agree with you about destorying the Matrix with the sequels, but you've got to respect the first Matrix movie. On its own, it rocked, I think.
I also think that V for Vendetta was really good. It is really difficult to bring a comic book or cartoon to live action. I think the Wachowskis have managed to do it well. I think Romero's Troublemaker studios did pretty good with Sin City, too. Otherwise, the stage is littered with bad comic book adaptations.
I fear for what Spielberg will do to Ghost in the Shell, though...![]()