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The Matrix

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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: OK Here it is
Review: *cricks neck* ok here's my rant...this movie is the god of movies. it set the way for all special effects after it. if you haven't seen this movie...WAIT YOU HAVEN'T SEEN IT!?!?!?!? thats like a sin. its one of those movies that your life won't be complete without seeing. a lot of people are saying that the sequels sucked and all that. but really they are just jealous, because there have never been anything like this trilogy, EVER!

bottom line (literaly): SEE IT, BUY IT, LOVE IT

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Sci-fi + Different Relogion Teachings = Matrix........
Review: -
When First Time I saw this movie I thought this is height of Imagination.But I liked it Later & its one of My favourite now.

I must say it was Keanus best.He fits in Neo's character So perfect.Carrie-Anne Moss & Laurence Fishburne too played their Character well.

Special Effects are so good that,You can see these kind of stunts copied in movies all over the world.

Though it confuses somewhere,Teachings from the different religions are used very well for that I am giving it 4 Stars.

Its was a great experience to watch this movie.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Special effects look non-computerized.
Review: -

The opening scene grabbed me immediately. When Trinity ran sideways to elude gunfire, I cannot remember how I reacted because I was entirely immersed in the scene.

I saw this movie 3 times within 2 weeks and was not bored for a moment.

Stunning special effects look natural (not computerized). The music is strong and hard.

Definitely a desert island movie.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Enter The Matrix...
Review: ... and you will be amazed! The story is so good and the end just rocks! It has a really good storyline and the computer graphics are awesome! This one should not be missed!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: The best!
Review: ... or at least one of the best movies in a LONG time. I've seen it at least ten times and still can't get enough of it. What makes this science-fiction flick diffrent from the rest of the movies out there is that it's got vision. Larry and Andy Waichowski (ever seen bound? If not, go and get it!) have come up with something entirely new in essence, even though they have borrowed and/or been inspired by countless different sources, ranging from philosophers to cyber-punk authors and even mathematics, to some extent. Fair enough, as they never really made a secret out of it. Don't get me wrong, there's some serious thinking going on there.
The visual effect is stunning the (in-) famous bullit time being just one of the oscar-winning special effects specially developed for this movie. The soundtrack, the casting and the equipment (who can't remember the black glasses, long coats and thight, shiny suits?) make what would have been a good movie exeptional.
Keanu Reeves, who's not exactly known for his acting skills, just seems to be made for his role of Neo, a confused ex-computer-nerd-turned-superhero who doesn't talk to much, and truly kicks but. Laurence Fishburn does a great performance as Morpheus, his voice nearly hipnotizes you into believing what he's telling you about "the world not really being what it seems". Scary. One of the best performances is delievered by Carrie-Ann Moss as Trinity, she really gets the right mix of vunerability, beaty, and toughness, and delivers some of the best lines in the movie.
Whatever you say about the "good guys", the "bad guys" really bring it to life. Hugo Weaving is very convincing as Agent Smith, a machine slowly developing weard human feelings, what doesn't make him more likeable, thank god.
And look out for Joe Pantoliano as Cyprus (I love his acting) and, oh yeah, the Oracle!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: There is a reason ...
Review: ... that everybody raves about this DVD. I hate using descriptions like "a must have DVD" or the "one of the best DVDs ever made", but in the case of the Matrix, these comments may well be appropriate.

The Matrix is a story that takes place in a post apocalyptic future where machines rule the earth and keep the majority of humanity complacently asleep in a virtual reality 20th century world. A small band of rebels, lead by the enigmatic Morpheous, cross back and forth between the real world and virtual reality in search of "the one" who will help them understand the secret of the Matrix and finally free humanity.

The Matrix takes a very original premise and executes it brilliantly. It manages to maintain a fairly complex plot while interleaving great action sequences and some fantastic special effects. There are strong performances by Laurence Fishburn (Morpheous) and Hugo Weaving (Agent Smith), who contribute heavily to the film. Even Keanu Reeves provides a respectable showing as a major character, Neo. The films played heavily to his strengths ... basically he dresses up in cool trendy clothes and looks good.

While some of the techniques used in the film are not new to either Hollywood (see Blade) or any of the Hong Kong actions films, a great many new types of effects were created for the film. The visual effects and overall "look" of the film are incredibly well designed. Most importantly, the special effects are used to complement the plot and keep the pace of the movie going, they do not replace the plot like so many other big budget FX movies. This is the best part of owning the DVD. When using the "white rabbit" option, you can jump in and out of the movie to see how particular sequences were filmed. I do not own another DVD that integrates the special materials this effectively.

The special edition DVD did not really offer much new material, I am not sure why you would want the special edition over the original DVD, other than a celluloid film strip.

Hip, stylish and trend defining, this movies has strong performances, interesting storyline, great acting and fantastic DVD extras. What else could you ask for (besides a sequel)

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Unfortunately, no one can be told what The Matrix is.......
Review: .......You have to see it for yourself. Let me tell you, this is probably the best movie I saw all year! (Not including post-september movies). I go to the movies at least once every 2 weeks, so I have seen it all this year, and nothing can top this movie! The other 2 good movies of the year were "The Sixth Sense" and "Blair Witch" but this, this is one of the coolest movies ever created. I'm so glad that this new technology was used in this movie, and not some cr@p like star wars. Highly recommended to anyone who likes to experience something out of the ordinary!

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: 4.5 stars. Great movie, a little hard to follow...
Review: ...and (let the bashing begin) in my opinion, a little overrated. I don't know. I mean, it was a real good movie with a good concept that makes you think, but I thought it was too detailed for someone to take in all in one shot and I found it to be overwhelmingly confusing at times. It also moved too fast and explained things a little too fast. If you haven't seen it yet, buy it, but it's one of those movies where you have to pay attention.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Don't Listen To The Negative Reviews...
Review: ...and go out and get this movie.

After all, there is a difference between knowing the path, and walking the path.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A must have...
Review: ...for any collection. I rank this one up there as "one to become a classic."


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