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Summary: An excellent example of the modern action film
Review: Let me first get the plot out of the way, and trust me, that ain't hard. It's a trashy, adolescent version of a solipsist rambling, presenting a pointless and unconvincing universe with a pointless and unconvincing atmosphere. It does nothing for the cinematography, and less for the actors. Keanu Reeves and Hugo Weaving were absolutely horrible, and the first scene with Agent Smith left me thinking that a speech impediment was written into the script. Special effects? They were decent. There was nothing mind-boggling about them, nor anything particularly artistic. One particular ripple-effect on a skyscraper when impacted by a helicopter was very CGI and very unbelievable. In the end, they were nothing to be scoffed at, but certainly nothing worth seeing the movie for. This is where the action sequences come in. I have never seen a movie with more impeccably designed scenes. From the lukewarm sort-of cool martial arts match between Neo and Morpheus to the awesome showdown between Neo and Mr. Smith in the subway station, there is always a flash of brilliance and a touch of artistry. But my favorite is the one scene that gets its own special award: "For Most Marble Suspended In Mid Air In Any Given Sequence." You do the math.
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Summary: Brilliant!
Review: Let me just point out that I'm not a fan of sci fi's or action movies, but when my friend, Miguel, brought it 'round to my house I was totally blasted away! The story is brilliant, the stunts are amazing, esp. the bullet time stuff. Also, I'm a girl and most girls think that the Matrix wouldn't appeal to them. Girls, try it, you will be really suprised. I can't wait for more Matrix.
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Summary: Hold on a second
Review: Let me say that I think MATRIX is one of the best sci-fi movies we've gotten in '90s. However, it is overrated by many. To say this is as good as STAR WARS EPISODE I is perhaps the most absurd comment I've heard in a decade. Granted, MATRIX has fantastic action sequences and a well-executed concept. But the characters are *weak*. Very weak. They're not memorable. The Oracle was pathetic. The villain is also poor. Agent Smith isn't exactly Vader or Maul or the T-1000. He's a guy in suit that talks like he's out of X-FILES. That's about it. So yes, MATRIX is a great movie. Yes, it is worth your time. No, it is not as good as STAR WARS.
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Summary: The people who made this movie will burn in hell
Review: Let's be honest here. It's not a good film. Number one, the special effects are good, so I won't argue with that. But dragging my entrails across THREE counties to see this peice of garbage was the most pitiful experience of my life. Cliches everywhere I look, and that ending scene where she proclaims her love for reeves and that he must be "the one" if she loves him actuly made me cry, becuase at that point I was so in shock that paid full ticket price to see this I had to shed a few(hundred) tears.
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Summary: Great philosophy, and Keanu Reeves actually acts
Review: Let's be serious. With 1300-odd customer reviews, I'm not exactly going to tell you anything new about the Matrix, except that most of what you've heard is true. It's impossible to have the entire concept of the movie explained to you coherently, there's a fair amount of violence and the effects are just stunning. The basic story is that Keanu Reeves - who, by the way, comes alive for the first time in his acting career in this movie - discovers that the world he lives in is an illusion, and that with the help of Laurence Fishburne and Carrie-Anne Moss has to free humankind from slavery. It's been done before, granted, but not with as much polish and the philosophy of the film is very forward. I just have one last thing to add . . . own up, everyone who's seen it: how many of you tried the trick with the spoon afterwards?
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Summary: "Matrix" Sets New Standard For DVDs and Movies Alike!
Review: Let's face it, you're either a sci-fi movie junkie, or you're not. If you ARE, then this must-buy movie WILL blow your mind! Not only is the plot full of mind-warping twists, the special effects will make you say "How'd they do that?" If you buy the DVD version, they even included the answer to that question for curious people like us. The DVD version is chock-full of special stuff, so do yourself a favor and buy it!! If you're NOT a sci-fi junkie, then it's still worth seeing, but don't buy it until you've tried it. The special effects alone are worth sitting through this movie. In fact, "Bullet Time," the method of filming used in a few scenes in this movie, is now being used in many other places, including a TGI Friday's commercial, "Scary Movie," and I've heard even in the new "Charlie's Angels" movie. This movie truly sets a new standard for the movie industry!
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Summary: Classic Postmodern Mindbending Science Fiction Film,etc.
Review: Let's face it.The 90s have witnessed a whole generation of brainless blockbuster Sci-Fi movies.Do the names ID4,Godzilla,Armageddon or the hideous Star Wars:Episode 1(what a nasty way to spoil a really interesting trilogy)ring a bell? Then arrived The Matrix to save the film industry from permanent brain damage,at the very end of the Millenium.This movie proved-for the first time for all I know-that special effects shouldn't be an excuse to dehuminaze the plot by delivering eye-candies that taste like really bad bubblegum(hello Jar-Jar Binks).It's no wonder the Matrix has already been made into a cult film,even more after it was announced that this was just the first part of a trilogy. The first time I saw the film,I was shocked,I didn't even want to turn on my computer for a while.At night I wondered wether I really should trust "reality" through my five senses. The movie wonderfully defines the society of the 90s where computers have "made your life easier and more comfortable".For instance,if you want to buy a pizza,you don't have to go the place,you can order it via Internet.Or say you want to watch a Marilyn Manson concert,you dint have to go to the show,it comes to your home.In my opinion,the samazing scene where Neo wakes up to find himself living in a gross cocoon,doesnt differ much from the world as it is today.People consume everytime less energy because technology makes all the job for us.We are turning into plants without realizing it.Even as I write this review,IT is happenin. Other remarkable features are the Lewis Carroll references,the monologue by...say,Agent Smith! concerning the evolution of mankind and of course the action sequences. Of course the film has some weak spots.For example,Morpheus' first appearance followed by a lightning,which I found a bit cliché. Still,watching Trinity run away from the agents in a leather outfit at the very beginning really pays off,among other stuff. And in case you're wondering how the hell did Agent Smith manage to write tjhis review from Lima,Peru,think again,dont let yourself be tricked by your own senses.I am really writing this review? Does Peru really exist? Or do you think perhaps that's air you're breathing?
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Summary: Spectacular Action
Review: Let's get one thing straight: There is not one bad thing about this movie! I don't care who you are, if you haven't seen this movie you don't know what you're missing out on! This movie is 100% original with wonderful acting, top-notch story, wonderful special effects and the latest, best fight and gun sequences ever made! This is a must have for everyone. You also might want to consider picking up the soundtrack to this film if you love rock :)
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Summary: The Moose Hole - Enter 'The Matrix'
Review: Let's imagine that you are an average Joe just trying to make your way through the world, doing whatever you can just to make a living. But just like that, your entire world is turned upside-down. That is what happens to a man in the sci-fi action thriller, The Matrix. When The Matrix was released into theaters over the Easter weekend in 1999, it looked to another innocent film that might make some decent money since it had a relatively low budget. Who would have figured that this film would become a cultural phenomenon? It became one of the biggest DVDs of all time in 1999 and spawned two sequels, The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, both set for release in 2003. Animated prequels, titled The Animatrix, have also been created based on the success of the original film. Obviously many are surprised at the success of the series but is the original as great as many claim it is or is all the praise just a lie? The story goes that Thomas Anderson is another run of the mill guy. He works in an office building during the day but outside his usual job, he sells computer programs and such in his spare time. His world is soon turned upside-down when he meets up with a woman named Trinity. He is seeking the answer to the same question she has: What is the Matrix? Mr. Anderson meets up with a strange man named Morpheus, who believes he can help him find the answer. Morpheus reveals to the now named Neo that world he had been living in is a lie. The year is not 1999 but rather closer to the year 2199. No one really knows for sure. Artificially Intelligent Machines have taken over the planet and have hooked every human being into The Matrix, a computer program created to keep everyone in check, so that the dead may be used for fuel. Neo is recruited to join the resistance movement and save the human species. The story for The Matrix is probably the best ever created for a film of this genre. The Matrix blends not only good storytelling and amazing special effects but also blends references and elements from classic literature and mythology which is extremely rare for sci-fi action films so like The Matrix. The acting is pretty dry in The Matrix but that is the way it is intended to be. No one is suppose to stand out but all are intended to blend together to create a better movie-going experience. Keanu Reeves, who is probably best known before The Matrix for his role in Speed, plays the character of Thomas Anderson, aka Neo. Reeves' acting is much better then most of his other films and shows that he is really maturing in his choices of roles. Some of the dialogue sounds weird coming from him and some of his actions seem awkward but that is his acting style that seems right in place for this kind of film that throws all kinds of weird things at you. Laurence Fishburne is absolutely perfect in the role of Morpheus, the man who trains Neo to free his mind from the machine controlled world. Fishburne presents a strange yet intriguing feeling with the character of Morpheus that always keeps you guessing at what he character is going to do next, which makes him a favorite among many fans of the film. Carrie-Annie Moss is pretty good as Trinity. Her character obviously kicks some serious butt but she is less focused on then Neo or Morpheus, who are more of the focus of the film. Hugo Weaving is extremely creepy as the cunning Agent Smith, a program of the Matrix sent to destroy the rebel movement. His character is a great highlight of the film. Overall, The Matrix is truly an amazing experience that must be seen to believe. The special effects are only part of this film and aren't the main focus, which the Wachowski brothers pull off with great storytelling and direction. That doesn't mean they aren't amazing by themselves. The special effect sequences in The Matrix are probably the best choreographed scenes you will ever see in sci-fi film or any film for that matter. It shows that a lot more went into each scene other then just the CGI, which is so rare in most films released today. The plot for The Matrix is the main focus and it is very well done. One has to watch the film more then once to actually get everything since most is thrown at you so quickly that it can be processed all at one time. And a lot of things that have to be taken from The Matrix are hidden in the film but that's what makes watching this film so much fun. The Matrix is probably one of the best things to come along in quite awhile. This singular film will hopefully change the way we watch movies for many years to come. It shows that there is more to a film then spectacular effects. It is the little things like chromatography, plot developments and such that make a truly engaging movie experience. This one film alone should be everybody's list to see.
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Summary: Possibly the greatest movie ever?
Review: Let's see here: mind blowing special effects, impressive story line, a little romance, deception, suprizes, everything a good Bond movie has and so much more. I'd say so.
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