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Summary: Excellent, thought-provoking, Orwellian fare - do not miss!
Review: Special and visual effects (though outstanding), musical score and acting (very good), notwithstanding, this film was enjoyable on many, many levels. As a description of a future form of existance it was at once repulsive and technologically inviting. The characters were fresh and new (with a penchant for black outfits) but also reminded me of Biblical characters, Lawrence Fishburn as John the Baptist, Keanu Revess as an unknowing Messiah, and a Judas character settling for his silver at the expense of his friends. It is a fun, exciting and discussion provoking film. The selection of the network system "enforcement" personnel, with their costuming remenicient of rogue employees of the MIB was a nice touch, as was the homage to the television series, Kung Fu in the training (dicipleship) sequences between Fisburn and Reeves. Now, the effects and visuals were breathtaking and cutting edge, a precursor of effects to come. The shoot-outs, chases and fight sequences were as memorable and as timeless (I think) as the chase sequence in Bullitt, or the French Connection and as engaging as the opening escapade of any of Indiana Jones' adventures. This is a must see just as a great action film, a good film of the sci-fi genre and useful for a mid-week Bible study - who could ask for anything more?
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Summary: Pathetic
Review: Special effects don't make a good film. Pretty pathetic.
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Summary: Thought it was one of the best movies I've seen all year,
Review: special effects were terriffic,.. I have only seen this movie one time, but I can't wait to see it again. Its a movie that the more you see it the more you will understand it. I really thought it was GREAT
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Summary: The Matrix
Review: Starring Keanu Reeves and Laurence Fishburne. The Matrix delivers one of the best films for special effects and for a storyline. It`s a film in which you will be glued to from beginning to end and wanting you to press rewind on your remote and watch it over and over again ! The Matrix is about a man who`s eyes are opened to the real world around him by taking him into a reality dimension that`s hard not to think it could be for real. I love this film and I`ve yet to find anyone who didn`t feel the same too !
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Summary: Looking for the perfect first DVD?
Review: Stop your search. If you like action, and a little sci-fi, this is an all-time great movie, especially in the DVD format. I've now seen this movie over 15 times, and still enjoy it every time. The extras are great, but the movie itself holds up for multiple viewings - great storyline, incredible special effects. Keanu Reeves is not the best actor in the world, but he was perfect for this role - his "Whoa!" is one of the best moments of the film, an inflection he carried over from his Bill and Ted Days. So, if you don't yet have this DVD in your collection, don't delay in adding it - you won't be disappointed.
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Summary: follow the white rabbit
Review: story and action set this one a masterpiece of sci-fi galore, Neo(played by the suave Keanu Reeves) enters the matrix and learns hes part of a computer program and the real world is controlled by Zion and there are sentinels who find ships and destroy them, all along there is a evil Agent Smith trying to hack out of the system and try to conquer Zion. pure pulasating rock music and fight sequences blend together to make a grand stand of a movie. one of the best of 1999
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Summary: Classic not only in sci-fi category.
Review: Striking, incredible creation of very young directors, but Orson Welles was also very young when he wrote and directed "Citizen Kane".
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Summary: Multi-Genre Film Succeeds On Many Levels
Review: Stunning special effects edited seamlessly with an edgy soundtrack, edge-of-your-seat action scenes, and a sci-fi plot that intrigues and catches you off-guard make this a must have for any action/sci-fi collection. The Matrix keeps the plot twists and suspense building throughout the movie. Some of the hottest action scenes combine Hong Kong style fist-flying action with the latest camera and digital special effects and incorporate Marilyn Manson, Rammstein, and Ministry tracks to enhance the experience. You won't be disappointed.
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Summary: A GREAT SHOW! but its also a rip-off.
Review: Stunning! This is one good movie! I went to go see this movie because it looked cool, and I got what i expected and then some. It goes like this: a computer "hacker" named neo has a stupid job and not so great of a life. This almighty guy "morphieus" finds him and makes neo think hes all important then a bunch of stuff happens. Im not gonna tell you anymore 'cause its to good.You may be asking "yeah thats all great and good, but what about that rip off comment you made?" Well im getting to it. The guys who made this film are huge anime fans (anime, you know japanese animation, no its not porn, thats hentai) Anyway there is a series that the whole consept is that there are 2 worlds and the one your living in now is fake. This series is Serial Experiments Lain (extreamly good series! But be warned this is not for people with a short attition spa.. ooo shiny)so the whole kung foo fights and really fast movements are all things they got from anime! but hey I love anime and I love the matrix. an easy 5 star!
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Summary: Is this movie the "One"? YES!
Review: stunning. exhilerating. oscar-worthy. these words do not describe this film. they merely scratch the surface into a film that will go down as a benchmark for all sci-fi/action movies in the future. The Matrix was brilliantly written, it would have been a smash hit with high school actors in it, but what set it apart from every other movie in recent memory was the tight delivery by actors you wouldn't expect it from. personally i can't wait for the sequels! and i'm going to make a point to see more Wachowski movies! i definately recomend this movie. "I can only show you the door, you must walk through it."
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