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Summary: An entertaining but lousy film when taken in context
Review: This film was, I must say, visually entertaining and the computerized effects were as good as just about anything that has come out. Sheer entertainment value, however, does not make a good film. This movie was, in fact, the worst hack off of the Hong Kong cinema tradition I have ever seen. There wasn't a single moment (that I can think of) that wasn't stolen from another artist and used in almost exactly the same way. (just less gracefully and tastefully) To see where they got the intense, double-handed pistol shootouts and dramatic slow-mo shots, see John Woo. To see where they got the high-flying wire-enhanced kung fu sequences, see Tsui Hark. To see who they are immitating in their hand to hand action, see Jet Li, Jackie Chan, Michelle Yeoh, etc. To see where they took their concept of style and atmosphere, see any number of Japanese anime. For the origins of their cyber-world concept, read the novels of William Gibson. If you think the kung fu in this film was even remotely interesting, you should see the true masters do it right in films such as Fist of Legend (Jet Li), Drunken Master and Drunken Master II (Jackie Chan), Tai-chi Master (Jet Li and Michelle Yeoh) and Wing Chun (Michelle Yeoh). These are just a few examples of a genre filled with similar excellency. Keanu Reeves' clumsy fumblings (although many are taken directly from Jackie Chan films) are a very VERY far cry from the real thing. It's a painful thing to watch. For anyone who has NOT had the opportunity to see the films that form the true basis of this film, it is understandable that you would be amazed. The styles that it borrows are heretofore almost non-existant outside of Asia. If you liked this film, I implore you to seek out and find the work of the artists who made this thing possible. Only then can you form an educated opinion. (there are certainly those who HAVE seen these films and would disagree with me on this one, but at least it's an educated disagreement) For a much better film that also draws heavily from Hong Kong cinema, see Pulp Fiction, which is a true artistic interpretation and not a mere borrowing of technique. $0.02.
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Summary: a little far fetched but excellent special effects.
Review: This film will appeal to the 13 to 35 age group with special effects stunningly created to appease the sci-fi crowd and a storyline revolving around computer programs. Keanu Reeves' drone acting pales in comparison to Laurence Fishburne's articulate delivery but the two of them have the right chemistry ,in a clashing type of way. A very well directed and choregraphed film. its nice to see an attempt at sci-fi without the force being with you. Original ideas are rare in a film industry saturated with sequels, retreads, remakes and copycats. Superb photography. A job well done to all involved in the making of this picture.......
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Summary: One of the Best Films of th 1990s
Review: This film, in my opinion is a fantastic fusion of action and an excellent plot. This movie uses groundbreaking special effects to compliment one of the deepest plots in any recent film. The main character Neo(Keanu Reeves) is a hacker who is contacted by Morpheus and informed that he is "The One" who will save the "Real World" and that the world we live in is a computer program designed to use humans as batteries to use for energy for the robots that have taken over the world. The rest of the movie chronicles Neo's quest to save the human race. The plot in this movie keeps the viewer thinking, wile the action keeps you on the edge of your seat. I would recommend this film to all action film lovers as well as someone just looking for a movie that is a technical masterpiece.
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Summary: The first and best film in The Matrix Trilogy!!!!!!
Review: This film,in my opionion,is one of the greatest movies ever made!The visuals effects were great at the time of this films' release and they still hold up well today.Also,unlike the sequels,this film makes sense! It is not confusing at all! too bad the sequels weren't like that. All in all,a great film! I recommend it!
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Summary: best film to see
Review: this filmis by far one of the best films i have ever seen, after i had seen it, i thought back about all the action, the plot, and everything that made this film so good. this is an unmissable film, and contains effects that have never been seen before.
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Summary: Looks good but no people
Review: This flick is all computerized special effects and characters who are as bloodless as the computers. That is, the effects are fun but the people are of little concern, since they have no reality -- being involved instead with leaping great distances through the air, walking on walls, and dodging bullets. The plot seems to involve the premise that everyboy has been created or controlled by a computer somewhere. The principals, who may be human beings, lie about hooked up to a computer aboard some sort of vehicle. What we see on the screen appears to be what's going on in their brains. Then there are other human-like creatures trying to hunt them down. Keanu Reeves and Laurence Fishburn sort all this out.
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Summary: A classic sci-fi movie already!
Review: This has become in my mind a sci-fi classic already. The reasons?
-Brilliant special effects -some might say none were groundbreaking. So what? The way in which they were integrated into a the story was just perfect.
-A great story. The perfect combination for a classic: compelling, universal and not-limited by time boundaries.Only thing I'd change: Keanu Reeves....
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Summary: AWESOME!
Review: This has got to be the best movie that I have EVER seen! The special effects get a 10, the music and sound get a 10, the acting gets a 10, basically everything gets a 10! If you love sci-fi action movies this one's for you!
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Summary: The best action/sci-fi movie EVEEERRRR!!!!
Review: This has got to be the coolest action movie ever. It has a very creative and interesting plot, great acting, great cinematography, and best of all, the coolest and most unique action scenes ever, which have inspired many movies after it. They even inspired video games, most notably Max Payne.
Just put it this way, this movie is a work of art. This is one of the few action movies that I feel should have gone up for oscars such as best picture and best director. You can't be a serious action fan if you haven't seen this movie at least five or six times already. Take this advice from the master.
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Summary: BREATHTAKING! One of my all-time favorite films
Review: This has to be one of my top 10 favorite films. The plot is unique; a world where virtual reality is more real and more dangerous than actual reality and where the borders between them are tenuous at best. The shock scenes that reveal the truth are so well done, I can't begin to describe them. You just have to experience it. The special effects in this film changed forever how such effects are done in film. The actors move in ways you can't imagine. The Kung-fu scenes are so good, I watch them again and again. Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne and Carrie Ann Moss give phenomenal performances in the Matrix. The entire film is done with such incredible quality of effects, direction and acting, that it's no wonder this was an immediate cult classic. The score is great, too. It's worth having the widescreen edition to appreciate the cinematography, and DVD for the surround sound, as the score is so good.
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