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Summary: Didn't Go Far Enough
Review: The Matrix is a very interesting concept that was only slightly unfulfilling. The premise of the movie is that human created artificial intelligence has conquered humanity in a man vs. machine war. Under the premise that machines need energy to survive, humans have blocked out the sun to deprive the machines of solar energy. The machines in turn harness one of the greatest producers of electrical energy ever known to provide their needs. That electrical producer is the human body.The machines breed humans and use the electricity that their bodies produce to their own ends. The machines connect each person into a virtual world known as the matrix. The matrix inputs real world activity into the person's brain to make them believe that they are really living as if they were still in the real world. A group of humans has managed to break away from the matrix and form a human society below ground. They search the matrix looking for humans to rescue and especially for the 'one'. The one is the one person who will destroy the machines by beating them at their own game, using the matrix to his own end. Again, it's an interesting concept that is only partially realized. Keanu Reeves gives a surprisingly adequate performance as the one. He doesn't go for his usual over the top dramatics (I am an FBI agent). All of the other performances are equally subdued and low key. The film breaks down when it falls back on the typical movie formula of good vs. evil near the end. An excellent chance of exploring the idea that man has created the means of his own destruction is missed by two dimensionalizing the main bad guy characters: the agents. What was truly promising about that is that the agents take human form while patrolling the matrix. It is only partially acknowledged when Agent Smith is interrogating Orpheus and he makes the off-hand comment that he and Orpheus are not that different, that they really want the same thing - to be out of the matrix. But it is as quickly dropped. I guess a passing comment should made regarding the special effects. No movie can solely rely on eye candy to make it great. However, The Matrix does have some dazzling effects that are very crucial to the story and not just a sidebar as in so many other action flicks. The Matrix is not a bad movie for an average audience. It may disappoint the more hardcore sci-fi genre junkies though.
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Summary: Decent...
Review: The Matrix is a very pretentious, and overrated film in my opinion. While the idea is intriguing, I feel it tried too hard to come off as "hip" to appeal to the mindless American audiences. I think David Cronenberg's eXistenZ is the best take on reality warping sc/fi. His film while low budget, is extremely fun to watch, and definitely something to analyze. Matrix 2 looks promising, but I hope they don't keep doing that whole "You are the one Neo" nonsense.
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Summary: A movie for almost everyone.
Review: THE MATRIX is a violent movie and should not be shown to young children. There is one kissing scene, and even I loved it. (I don't usually like action movies). My brother (who adores thrillers/action) has seen it over 6 times! It really is great. Anyone from 12 to adult can and should watch it!
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Summary: Flawed Masterpiece
Review: The Matrix is a watershed in cinema entertainment. Rarely have I seen a film with such exciting innovations. It successfully combines elements from sci-fi, action and martial arts genres. The result: a visceral, mind-blowing experience full of emotional tension while also challenging the intellect. The characters were very well developed. I cared about each of them, who they were and whether they survived each adventure. The plot was intriguing and unpredictable. Of course, the wonderful special effects are by now legendary. Unfortunately the scriptwriters made 2 mistakes in my opinion. 1) Some of the violence was purely gratuitous. The Morpheus rescue scene where our two protagonists assault the building security guards was not logical. There should have been a way to avoid killing the guards who are really just innocent people doing their jobs. Or at least a compelling reason for killing them all should have been given if a hyper-stylish shoot-em up was needed to advance the plot. 2) The use of profanity really spoiled the movie for me, particularly the G-damn word that was used repeatedly. A movie of this caliber is already cool - it does not need to resort to cheap profanity to "make it cool". Unfortunately the use of profanity is continued in the sequel as well.
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Summary: Excelent Brain Candy
Review: The Matrix is a wonderful thrill ride for the viewer. The intertwining of the fight choreography, and the special effects is superb. It is a visually stunning movie. To all those who feel the need to complain about a lack of originality in the plot, read a book. If you want to be intellectually stimulated stop going to the movies. And for all of you that have cited recent movies, books, and comic books that it resembles, educate yourselves a little more. The philosophical debate on what is real is as old as Plato. In short if you are looking for originality and deep thoughts stop going to the movies and pick up a book.
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Summary: Cyber-punk cinema at its best
Review: The matrix is a wonderfully crafted movie with eye-pleasing special effects and an engaging storyline. I loved this movie and so far I have seen it four times. Everytime I have watched it i've noticed or learned something new. Lawrence Fishburne and Keanu Reeves are phenomenal.
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Summary: Best Sci Fi Movie Ever
Review: The Matrix is already becoming a cult movie, its just that good. Very intriguing, visually dazzling and sharp, The Matrix is one hell of a ride. And if you already didn't know, the whole story is a corrolary of the life of Jesus Christ (yes the similarities are intentional). Lets not overlook a great soundtrack too.
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Summary: An Action Packed Intelligent Movie with WONDERFUL Effects
Review: The Matrix is an action packed movie filled with exciting special effects that you just have to see with your own eyes. Its plot is intelligent and original. It'll make your imagination go wild. I would reccomend this movie to teenagers, and action lovers. Its not for young kids because there is violence in it.
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Summary: A spetacular vision that will make your head explode.
Review: The Matrix is an action packed sci-fi epic that has all the elements of a graphic comic novel jammed with incredible visual effects and the most spetacular action scenes to hit the screen since Terminator 2:Judgment Day.This is one of my all time favorites due to the fact that the film is packed with a cast that we can cheer for.Keanu Reeves plays the role of Neo who discovers one day the world he is living in is an illusion controled by machines that have taken over the world to enslave mankind.Neo meets Morpheous played by Laurence Fishburne who believes Neo has been chosen to save humanity from The Matrix.Carrie Ann Moss is Trinity.Hugo Weaving makes a very impressive villain known as Agent Smith.The Matrix really packs a mean punch for those who really love kung fu films ranging from Bruce Lee to Jackie Chan.From Jackie Chan to Jet Li.The film is also my favorite because I think it pays respect to the John Woo films.What makes the film work so good is Keanu Reeves.Imagine how The Matrix would have turned out if Arnold Schwarnegger or Steven Seagal played Neo.Would I still have seen The Matrix?Yes I would,but Schwarnegger is not right for the role of Neo.Steven Segal...forget it.Keanu Reeves is one of the most talented actors around today.The Matrix fits Keanu as tight as an iron glove which is why I think Keanu Reeves is the perfect choice for this movie.I have seen this film over 35 times.28 in the movie theaters.The idea for The Matrix made me wonder how much of an imagination I have in the back of my head.Believe me,it's alot.The Matrix is truly the kind of film that will make you explode.Definetly worth seeing.
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Summary: Awesome! A MUST to have, the first DVD for the 21st century!
Review: The Matrix is an amazing movie, with effects perfectly combined with action and superb storytelling. A mindbender for those who lack out-of-the-box thinking. A real hit, which probably will raise a generation of movies. I had a great time watching the DVD extras, storyboards, screenplay, interviews...It's all there and waiting everyone to take a sneak peak inside. Get it and have a LOT of FUN!
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