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Summary: What Revolution?
Review: I have to get some things off my chest, and since everybody's saying something I guess I could too. I was the only one out of the group of my friends who thought the first matrix would be any good. All I saw was a ten second preview of trinity slamming into the skyscraper window. From the quality, the directing of the film I knew it would be something great. That's why I was extemely disappointed as a fan and as an aspiring screenwriter to watch the Wachowski brother's writing weaken with the last two films. It seems they beleive that FX will take the place of thier writing. The reloaded FX were way too much. They could have been done in moderation. In the first film you said "Holy crap!" In the second film, "we've seen this stuff already". If they were to have done about four key scenes with new and exciting FX my response would have been the same, instead they relied on slowing things down in places where it wasn't needed. And why is it that if Neo is the only one to move like the agents that the scene at the beginning of Reloaded is using bullet time. Trinity can't move that fast, only the agents can. The Wachowskis must have had an extra mil. to throw around and use up running time. I'm not an authority here, i'm not forming thier philosophy for them, you make it whatever you want, but it appears to me that the Wachowskis got lost in thier own film and what thier own characters abilities are. In the third film I was dissapointed. You don't set up an amazing concept like the first film and then totally blow it off atthe end like they did. There was no resolution, no closureand who really won?! I would have thought the human race would prosper, but that the battle would be bigger, but then again there are alot of machines. After all Neo's discoveries about himself and the system, the Wachowski's decided to "tie" the game, as it were, at the end of the film. It seems to me that the Wachowskis' lost faith in thier own savior, in thier own hero. I don't know if Revolutions could have been written more solid or not. All i know is that the script was full of holes that the Wachowskis decided to not even press upon or even try to resolve. For instance, the scene in Revolutions where half of Neo is stuck in, what appears to be a "forbidden zone" of the matrix waiting for the "train man" to smuggle him back in, AND then his body's in a coma, but he was already unplugged at the end of the second matrix, so what is this??? Did part of his soul jump into the matrix without being jacked in?? How?? And what's with the "Final Fantasy" anime stuff? And in another scene where Neo and Trinity take Niobe's ship and head to the outskirts of the city; Neo can see things in an orange light, a "squiddy" comes at the ship, passes over, but the essence of the sentinel passes through his body? What was that?... The Wachowskis have clearly gotten confused somewhere along the lines about things they wanted to do, because some of this stuff didn't make any sense. It seems like they had extra money in thier budget. That's my piece, folks. All in all I'm disappointed by this, maybe I'm not that smart and all the answers are there somewhere. As Neo once said: "Where you go from here...is up to you..."
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Summary: Disappointed in movie-goers, not the movie
Review: This trilogy is nothing short of amazing. My strong opinion is that people viewing these movies did not want to *think* when they were watching it. People as much as said that they didn't understand the movie then go on to bash it. Incredible.I think all three movies together create a profoundly deep, entertaining, and exciting story that will be entertaining people for hundreds of years. Revolutions was no exception. If you want to see this movie, don't go in expecting it to be a certain way, go to watch the story unfold and see if you like it based on that. It is NOT a re-hash of other movies, it's fresh, entertaining and quite original.
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Summary: Welcome ending to the best trilogy in recent memory...
Review: WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOU SAD, UNAPPRECIATIVE and obviously LONELY people?! Okay, maybe that was a bit harsh, but COME ON! Horrible? Trash?? I mean really, what was the last good trilogy or even sequel you've seen? Charlie's Angels 2? The 'Friday' series? 102 Dalmations? Get real... The Matrix: Revolutions solidifies the 'Matrix' franchise's status as one of the great trilogies in moviemaking/storytelling history. True Matrix fans, while undoubtedly dizzy from following the jump from the original to 'Reloaded', appreciate the movies for what they were - MOVIES. Movies that made you think, long after you left the theater, coupled with groundbreaking special effects and intricate fighting sequences. Everyone from kids to college professors have theorized on the possible paths this final chapter may take to draw this series to a close - many people didn't even know who the real Merovingians were, now they are drawing up all sorts of hypotheses and synopses. If nothing else, 'Reloaded' taught us to always carry a thesaurus. For those of you who never even liked the original -WHY ARE YOU WATCHING THEM? What are you expecting to see - VeggieTales? And for those of you who did like the first 'Matrix', but not the sequels... I ask that you check your own expectations of the films prior to seeing them. If you're like the majority of us (movie audiences), you had them set way too high. This is definately not a movie I'd recommend watching if you haven't followed the entire series, since in essence it's telling one grand story. This is to include the 'Animatrix' short films, as well as the 'Enter the Matrix' video game which took place during 'Reloaded'. Breathe... Okay. The Matrix: Revolutions. The movie (which was filmed simultaneously with 'Reloaded') picks up exactly where we left off in part 2: the machines are advancing rapidly towards the last human city - Zion - and the citizens are bracing themselves for what lies ahead. Neo is still in limbo, torn between the 'real world' and the Matrix, and Agent Smith is spreading like wildfire throughout the Matrix. He has also cleverly managed to take over the body of a Zion soldier (Bane), and proceeded to sabotage his ship's role in the preliminary military offensive... resulting in the rest of the crews being slaughtered by the sentinel machines. Neo, as well as his fellow shipmates Morpheus and Trinity, also have to come to grips with the fact that the entire prophesy concerning 'The One' may have been a lie - that it was another layer of control used by the machines over humans. Zion itself had been destroyed 5 times prior to this current threat, consequently there have been 5 prior 'Ones'. In the third installment, Neo has completely gone from a computer-hacker gone vigilante superhero, to a Christ-like messiah for humanity, even being referred to as 'Savior'. (In one scene taking place in the real world, he walks towards the machine city - the light images shown resemble that of a man walking on water. Hmmmmm.... with that in mind, Neo's fate was pretty easy to guess long before the release of this movie.) He finally comes to terms with what it is he must do in order to have any meaningful impact on this war and to save mankind. Trinity, after showing much heart and determination in rescuing the love of her life from his torn state, goes along with him to the Machine City. Along the way they do battle with Bane (Agent Smith), and our hero is blinded. (His response: "Trinity, you're gonna have to drive.") That's pretty much all you see of Neo and Trinity until Neo's climactic showdown with Agent Smith at the end... a huge chunk of the movie passes by and they are nowhere to be found on the screen. This is probably the one aspect that I felt should've been done better, as their story (aside from Neo being the main focal point of the entire series) of love together added the only real 'human emotional touch'. The majority of the film takes place in the 'real world'... not the Matrix, where all of the cool fighting usually takes place. The city is buckling down and getting ready for the impending attack from the machines. (The expanded roles of Zee, Niobe and others from the 2nd film was welcome.) The sentinel attack on the city is nothing short of phenomenal, a seamless fusion of real-life and CGI action that lasts for a good while, but doesn't seem to just linger on like the shorter but less-effective Neo vs. Smith clones fight marathon in 'Reloaded'. Meanwhile, back in the Matrix, Agent Smith is growing stronger by the second, and is threatening to completely destroy the computer-generated world altogether. The final fight sequence between he and Neo is exceptional, if not familiar. Smith is MUCH stronger than before, and even shares Neo's ability to fly. The majority of this anticipated showdown takes place in the air. (kinda corny, if you ask me... but effective anyway.) In the end, we are teased with the possibility that this may not be the last we see/hear of The One. Seemingly taking the most simplistic route for drawing things to a conclusion, the 'W' Brothers may have upset some followers. In a way, I find it fitting that so many people spent so much time/energy hypothesizing what would take place next and how it would all end - with all kinds of finely-detailed theories and philosophical overtones, when in the end it may have been the easiest route that everyone had in the back of their minds all along. In the end, I give this entire series a A-.
(The Matrix - A
The Matrix: Reloaded - B
The Matrix: Revolutions - B+ This trilogy belongs up there with the all-time greats. Time will tell.
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Summary: There¿s a reason so many critics can be so wrong¿
Review: People, this movie is not about the battle scenes!! That's like saying Titanic is a movie about an iceberg!! If you don't like this movie, you perhaps need to go back to the theater by yourself and watch it again. By far the greatest genius of this movie (and of course the two before) is that it becomes personal to the viewer. You want an action flick? Fine. The Bible re-loaded? Philosophy 101? It's all there. Of course, the critics who write drivel about the movie have only seen it once, after a lot of free booze from the PR people. Let's face it, this movie and the two before it will be the ones you watch over and over again for many years to come. So few movies ever made will earn that right. To those who see God in the Architect and the Devil in the Oracle, I say look again: If the Architect is God, then the Oracle is certainly the Divine Feminine, Mother Earth, human intuition, God as a "She". They are the yin and yang it took to create humanity. And by Revolutions, the Merovingian is looking very devilish to me. Smith could be the devil (all evil) or he could just be the all-encompassing power of ego, "me, me, me," which destroys the altruistic purpose of the Messiah. Neo must put all personal interests aside (destroy his ego) to save Zion. If the Architect is God, then why does he also come across as Karl Marx, the architect of socialism, so hell-bent on decrying human choice, hope and love? If the Architect is Marx, and the Matrix is Marxism, is the Oracle human nature? Besides, if Neo is Christ, he is way too sassy with God, but calmly puts Marx in his place. As for Neo, I am continually perplexed by why Hollywood overlooks the acting skill of Keanu Reeves. He wears sunglasses in a lot of scenes and still shows more burning emotion and bottled up rage than anyone else acting today. Without using his eyes, or screaming profanity. Think about it. Stand-out scenes include Trinity and the Merovingian, Trinity and Neo, and Smith with the Oracle. I don't want to give any plot away. Here's why Revolutions will not win any Oscars or good reviews: Critics and "the academy" are universally left-wing secularists, Mel Gibson aside. There is religion, even Christ in this movie. Some critics got far enough in Sunday school to actually pick up on that. You can tell by how their reviews of the movie debate how realistic or original the battle scenes are. People, this movie is not about the battle scenes!! But a movie with Christ in it will never receive a good review or an Oscar from anyone hoping to work again in Hollywood. Also, since there are no dysfunctional families in the film, no Oscars will be forthcoming. That is the only way to win an Oscar. Love it or hate it, you cannot afford to miss this movie.
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Summary: Bittersweet...
Review: I agree with the writer of the review a few posts down, Revolutions has a very bittersweet ending, it makes me sad because it could have ended another way without losing Neo and Trinity, most of the scenes take place in the real world and Zion, wich is also a slight letdown, not as much " in matrix action" mostly real-world horrific warzone, it get's really bloody and takes a little out of a horror movie, I found myself thinking "am I watching the matrix? or machine jurassic park?"
But the beginning was interesting, the oracles body guard does some helpful action, and Smith loses his mind altogether... It didn't really feel like a Matrix film to me, but I guess everyone will see it differently. I got the point after the ending, but they didn't have to go about it the way they did.
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Summary: The Matrix Revolutions - An exhilarating conclusion!
Review: Theatrical review As stated above, "The Matrix Revolutions" is an exhilarating conclusion to this brilliant, seminal and cinematically beautiful intelligent series! Few cinematic trilogies can even compare to the experience that is "The Matrix Revolutions" and its two predecessors in its breadth of entertainment on all levels, whether one is talking about its action sequences or the extraordinarily intelligent script that is epic in its nature and scope. All involved, from the series creators the Wachowski brothers to every actor and actress in the film deserve such high praise for their efforts in creating these exceptional films. From the trials and tribulations in their training for the high speed karate moves to Carrie-Ann Moss even breaking her leg, all of their efforts shine through brilliantly on the silver screen. As was the case with the first two films, the score for "The Matrix Revolutions" seamlessly enhances every scene in the film and what I found to be a move of genius, the movies creators didn't just extend what they used in "The Matrix Reloaded," but they used what seamed to be an all new score for this film. The Premise: As "The Matrix Reloaded" concluded we learned that Neo's seemingly super powers no longer ended when he left the Matrix but he is now in a coma. The sentinels are continuing to bore down on Zion and Morpheus and Trinity learn that Neo, while not being plugged into the Matrix, is actually in the Matrix, but not where they might expect him to be... What follows from there is nothing short of one of the most intelligently written and wonderfully acted films where the action sequence with the sentinels getting into Zion in an epic battle and Neo and Trinity's efforts to reach the machine capital will have you, the lucky moviegoer, on the edge of your seat the whole way, hoping and praying that everybody will make it. I highly recommend not only "The Matrix Revolutions" but the entire extraordinary series as you will soon find yourself compelled to "enter the Matrix..." {ssintrepid}
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Summary: Extremely disappointing.
Review: I really enjoyed the first Matrix movie. It was fresh, novel, unique, and not too sure of itself. The second movie was annoying with it's philisophical babble, but the action sequences and fighting was awesome. (It's saving graces, really.) It took itself too seriously, and unfortunatly it tried too hard. This third movie is garbage. Most of the movie I was waiting for _anything_ interesting to happen. I didn't feel compelled by any of the emotional/plot building scenes. There is very little in the way of fighting scenes. One good aspect is the dock fight scene, which is cool. (I'm always a fan of large shot mass warfare scenes.) Other than that the way it all pans out is kind of cryptic, lame, and all too perfect. Most of the action is done with odd flashing lighting making it hard to follow so it ends up looking like chaotic trash. The worst part is they left it wide open for even more crappy sequels.
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Summary: Revolutions Rocks
Review: You know, it amazes me, judging from the many negative reviews on here, how people don't seem to want to watch a movie with an open mind. Granted, movies are suppose to be entertaining and relieve some stress, but who says it can't do that and make you think at the same time? Movies like that are ones you never get tired of. Just look at Lord of the Rings. Matrix Revolutions ended the trilogy wonderfully. Not only where there awesome battle sequences and cool visuals(in particular, Machine City), but it really went out to prove the points the Wachowski brothers wanted to make through their Christian/Judaism/Hinduism theologies. It wasn't all perfect, but it explained the theme of all having a purpose in life itself and how much we use our gifts to see to that purpose and find out truth very well. And isn't that something we'd all like to do? You may not think that in every-day life, but deep down, I know that's something we all want to know. The acting was decent enough for our three main heroes, but Hugo Weaving's Agent Smith stole it for me. He is probably the greatest sci-fi/action villain to come out in the 21st century. And his final battle with Neo was simply breathtaking. Reeves portrayed Neo good too, constantly pondering where his place is in this war and how it's going to end. Overall, the acting wasn't that bad that a lot of critics seemed to bash in their reviews, although I do admit a little more emotion needed to be shown in some people. I mean, there are thousands of Sentinels about to kill them, wouldn't you be scared to death? My gripes were little but kept it from being a perfect score. First off, Morpheus did absolutely nothing in this movie. OK, you can count him being a co-pilot, but what does that do for him? Seemed like a big downfall for the man who helped find the One. I already stated that some actors could show a little more emotion and there were a couple of loose plotlines that never really were cleared up, mostly dealing with the Frenchman and the Architect. But from the way they ended the movie, it could be something the Wachowskis could deal with in the future. Hmmm.... All in all, Revolutions was probably the 2nd best of the trilogy. Better than Reloaded, but not the original. That should be an obvious considering how innovative the first movie was at the time. But it's a solid flick that really got unfair reviews. Open your mind to the Matrix movies and try not to think every sci-fi flick has to have nothing but action. It is indeed a good action flick, but it's also about seeking your purpose in life and how to make the most of it, something myself, being a Christian, try to seek and carry out every day of my life in order to reach the "truth". That's just from my perspective so take this review anyway you want it. I just know this movie made my thumbs go up.
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Summary: a Film Noir sci-fi story
Review: Well, it was a great trilogy up until the last 20 to 15 minutes at the end of REVOLUTIONS. Very confusing ending, bu I did manage to make some sense of it. It seemed like a weak ending and a ignorant way to end some of the characters lives.... they had been through everything just to meet a cheap and very sad demise. Although some good things came from that demise i suppose... but no the ending we deserved. REVOLUTIONS was amazing other than that, as well as Reloaded and the original, but as a fan, its hard to see the "Reason" why the wachowski brothers ended the series as they did There were alot of gap's and holes that should have been closed that weren't though, and it seemed the storyline could have had more to it. But, as far as Trinity and Neo.... for them this one was Film Noir.... no happy endings. but although Silver the producer can say there wont be any more matrix movies all he wans, I personally think its a bunch of crap.... Revolutions doesnt appear to be any sort of "Final" conclusion and has too many possibilities for further installments..... either Silver is out of his mind, or he's lying for whatever purpose it is. Besides, I don't beleive Warner Brothers is going to let one of their best films end so easily.... I'm shure if they had to, they'd yank the rights straight from Silver's hands and hand the project to someone else. But maybe not. Maybe it is the final movie. Then again, sometimes fans get lucky. Something good comes out of it. Something we know we wouldnt deserve in a million years.
;-) radiantz
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Summary: You say you want a Revolution
Review: If Revolutions isn't what you expected, perhaps its time time to scale down your expectations. The film returns to its roots, sort of, by refocusing on the struggle between Zion and the machine world and Neo's role in bringing down The Matrix. Not everything is what it seems, though, in this complex, loud action thriller. When we last saw Neo he was in a coma. Some of his abilities from the Matrix had intruded upon the real world. As a result, he was able to stop the squids from killing him and his crewmates. Evidently he's stuck between the machine world and the human one. He's stranded in a program that manifests itself as a subway station. His only way out is to get on the train that runs through it but the trainmaster is in the employ of the evil French character from the second film. That's not going to happen without some intervention from Trinity and Morpheus (which does eventually occur though to say how would spoil it). Agent Smith has occupied the body of a human survivor of an attack by the Matrix. He's now able to battle Neo in the real world. He's also multipling in the Matrix taking over programs without end and reshaping the Matrix's interactive human landscape in the process. The main weak point of the film is dividing up the trio of characters at the heart of the film; Trinity and Neo end up on a journey to Machine city where the ultimate confrontation may or may not occur. While Morpheus is shunted to the side as he tries to get back in time to help save Zion. The performances are, as usual, stellar. The point of the Matrix films, though, isn't the acting as much as the visuals, stunts and psuedo intellectual discusses the characters have. So it's a good thing that the Wachowski brothers have four (including Hugo Weaving in his marvelous performance as Agent Smith)strong actors in the lead roles. The visuals are much more convincing here than in Reloaded. Although the sequence on the freeway in Reloaded was great looking, there were many substandard effects shots in that film. While there are times (such as a few of the scenes during the assualt on Zion City)the CGI effects aren't completely convincing, that's not too great a sin; consider what they would have looked like with matte paintings, miniatures and stop motion models by comparison. The film isn't quite the classic that the first Matrix was but is an improvement over Reloaded. Revolutions manages is closer to the spirit of the first film in many respects and the parts of the film that echo the quality of the first film are the strongest as well. The conclusion is both bold and idiotic. I was really surprised by the choices the Wachowski brothers made. I said idiotic because they aren't the most commerical and that's a credit to them; they felt that the story had gone as far as it could go. This film, like Reloaded, is about twenty minutes too long. It seems that the Wachowski's and their editor felt it was necessary to give as much screen time as possible to the battle in Zion City because of all the expensive CGI effects (or perhaps they just didn't know how to cut the sequence). Revolutions meanders just a bit but is still enjoyable entertainment. If you're expecting enlightenment, you'll be sadly disappointed as not all the "answers" are provided. It's just as well as Revolutions had the potential to spiral out of control into a mess (much like Lucas' latest Star Wars installments). Revolutions is an action packed film with many surprises. If you give it a chance, you'll enjoy the film. While it runs about twenty minutes too long, it's not a bad way to spend a Saturday night.
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