The Matrix
1999
In this complex story that aspires to mythology, a computer hacker (Keanu Reeves) searches for the truth behind the mysterious force known as the Matrix. He finds his answer with a group of strangers led by the charismatic Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne). What they encounter in confronting that truth makes for a lightning-paced, eye-popping thrill ride of a movie that cleverly combines sociopolitical commentary with cutting-edge special effects.
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Action, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Really fun, kind of illogical, very very stylish. Plot not that coherent, but it works nonetheless. Fishburne's character and acting is standout excellent. Incredible, innovative action scenes. Please, please, do NOT watch the sequels.
I don't know - before the second and third films made a mockery of it I would have described it as 'cool' rather than 'silly'
I'm totally not denying that it was cool; it definitely was. But, the believability was marred for me a few things that didn't make sense: particularly, the idea that you can't just log out of the Matrix at any time, you have to find a phone.
Hm, you're right though that "silly" is the wrong word. It's not like the movie is campy or a self-parody. I'll change it to "illogical".
Yeah, I think the phone thing was just a plot device to make it more exciting - would have been pretty boring if they could just wish themselves out at any time
totes a good sci-fi movie with some philosophy and stuff. worth the watch.
The Matrix is a hell of a movie, it expands the mind and is packed with things that make you think " hmmm interesting "
wow wish this film was in 3D would have been great . Some great action scenes on the whole an average performance from every body but a great entertaining movie
Full of Masonic, Illuminati, Egyptian symbolism. Its sub-text is what grabbed me, not the actions. Loved it.
A classic of the new millenium that had a profound impact on hacker culture in the 2000s. As previously stated, ruined if you watch the sequels.
Excellent science fiction flick, totally ruined if you watch the sequels. I recommend only watching the first movie.
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