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Summary: Awesome!
Review: The Matrix is a movie that is great to own, because you may have to watch it more than once to understand everything. It has hours of interesting extras, including a 30-minute HBO 'Making Of' show and a really cool video about Bullet-Time. I own the DVD and have watched it beginning to end 23 times (No Kidding). It's a great story and very entertaining....Buy it!
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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: A masterpeice
Review: This movie is truly a masterpeice. It has a great story and really makes you think about what the matrix is and if it's real or not. Even though you'll ask somebody else and they say, "what are you talking about? It's only a movie!" how do they know? To them the world is real and they are too small-minded to consider the posibility. If you have ever asked the question: What is the matrix?, then this movie is for you, just to find out.
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Summary: Bullet Time
Review: What is the Matrix?!? - A Quite Amazing film. The Story line being quite complex however, so you might have to sit down and watch this one a few times. I have seen this film so many times I have lost count, The effects in the film are so outstanding they will blow you away. One of the stand out effects for me was Bullet time - never been seen before except on Japenese films, Andy and Larry Wachowski (Bound) really push the computer effects to the limit when Neo (Keanu Reeves) decides to dodge bullets fired from an enemy gun. The Story line basically goes like this. A computer Hacker named Allias Neo (Keanu Reeves) is searching for the question, the question is "What is the Matrix?", he thinks that when he finds the answer to this it will make sense of his life. Morpheus (Lawrence Fishburne) Is the comander of a ship who is searching for the one, now he has found Neo he thinks that his search is over.
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Summary: Setting A New Standard
Review: There are certain movies that set new standards for the film industry. "The Matrix" has moved beyond that. This movie has been out for only two years, and yet the influence is all over the place, not just in the movies, but on TV as well. For example, one of the major tv networks employs a "Matrix-style" screen of scrolling numbers as its segway between live football action and replay analysis or other features of a football broadcast. It's not uncommon to see the "bullet-time" effect that was created for "The Matrix" in other movies that have been released since. "The Matrix", as Orpheus so aptly says, is all around is. But enough about it's influence - this movie absolutely rocks!! The soundtrack keeps your heart racing a mile a minute. The special effects will blow you away. And as if that isn't enough, the story is so fresh and such a great idea, you are left wondering how they thought of it, and maybe even thinking to yourself, 'Is the Matrix real?' This movie is the real deal. Even if you're not a Keanu Reeves fan, you'll still love this flick. He fits the role well, and although his acting has never really been that great, he does a more than adequate job in this instant classic. If you want action through and through, this is the movie for you. If you don't have a home theater system, this movie is a reason to get one. The experience is not entirely the same with out the music blaring and the explosions booming all around you. Finally, if there is one movie that you should own on DVD, it's "The Matrix". Accept no substitutes. This is the best.
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Summary: Beyond Anything You've Seen Before
Review: (What is the Matrix). In 1977, George Lucas changed the landscape of cinematic Science Fiction forever with "Star Wars," taking the genre light years ahead of all that preceded it. Such a momentous advancement would not be seen again for over twenty years, when, in 1999, the Wachowski Brothers raised the bar again, taking the genre at warp speed to an unprecedented level with their astoundingly innovative film, "The Matrix." Co-directed, written and produced by Larry and Andy Wachowski, it is an allegory of salvation and redemption filled with symbolism and metaphor (the Biblical references alone should keep theology students debating this one for years to come); a thinking man's action film, accentuated with moments that are no less than profound. In a world of the future, things are literally not what they seem, where it's Man versus Machine, Reality versus Fantasy, and few who know the truth; among those who do, is Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne), who has long awaited the arrival of "The One," who it has been prophesied will be the salvation of the world. Enter Neo (Keanu Reeves), a computer programmer with an innate sense of discrepancy as to the state of things around him; he has questions, most of which are still in the process of being formulated in his own mind. (What is the Matrix). Morpheus has answers. And when they meet, it's Alice down the rabbit hole, and Neo's life is changed forever. Reeves is perfectly cast as Neo, the enigmatic young man who may or may not be "The One," and it's one of the best roles of his career. He conveys a sense of removed, distracted urgency that defines his character, infusing him with both a strength and vulnerability that coalesces as the story progresses into determination and confidence. The underplayed, subtle character development (largely unacknowledged and under appreciated) is a nice piece of work by Reeves. As Morpheus, Fishburne is dynamic; he endows him with a quiet intensity that fairly roils beneath the surface, effectively restrained while leaving no doubt as to the character's power and purpose. You understand his resolution completely by his countenance alone; by the way he speaks and carries himself. It's a memorable performance by one of the truly gifted actors of our times. (What is the Matrix). Other notable performances include those by Hugo Weaving (Agent Smith), who brings a formidable, white-collar sinisterness to his character that is chilling; Carrie-Anne Moss (Trinity), a strong, vital presence throughout the film; and Joe Pantoliano (Cypher), who is entirely convincing in his role of a Cyber-age Judas. Rounding out the terrific supporting cast are Gloria Foster (Oracle), Marcus Chong (Tank), Julian Arahanga (Apoc), Matt Doran (Mouse), Belinda McClory (Switch) and Ray Anthony Parker (Dozer). A visually stunning, thought provoking, captivating film, "The matrix" is a triumph of movie-making that assures the Wachowski's a permanent place in cinematic history. The special effects are cutting-edge, state-of-the-art; the choreography of the action sequences is top rate and delivered with a style and effectiveness worthy of comparison to John Woo's best; and, most importantly, the story itself is complex, intelligent, and deftly takes you into regions beyond the known. This is Science Fiction at it's best, but beyond that, it's a great movie that transcends genre or category; a landmark film that must be experienced more than once, for new meaning is gleaned with every viewing. Enhanced by a driving soundtrack that completes the package, highlighted by incredible action,outstanding performances and memorable scenes to numerous to mention, this is a movie that absolutely must not be missed. (What is the...).
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Summary: "Star Wars" of our generation
Review: When I saw this film some while back, I was pleasantly surprised. I didn't expect nearly what I got. I thought Keanu would be doing the "Bill and Ted" thing, and I expected the plot to be nothing more than two hours of music video montage. I was wrong. Keanu was good. He didn't play a typical role for him. Usually he's either the clear-cut razor-sharp hero or the mushy romantic. In this film he is the reluctant hero, which he played very well. He lost some weight for the role and is quite skinny. Overall I was very pleased with Keanu's performance and I look forward to him coming out with some other good films. Otherwise, the acting was superb from Fishbourne and others. The story is wonderful. It's well thought out, intriguing, timely, original, and is not the least bit porous. It has left me waiting impatiently for the next in the series. This movie broke all paradigms with special effects. They actually invented new technology to meet the needs of filming. You will see things that you have never seen before. The DVD itself is remarkable. There are numerous bonus features contained on the disk, making it a very worthwhile purchase. Lastly, I called this film the "Star Wars" of our generation. I believe this for several reasons. Like "Star Wars", "The Matrix" wowed us with new technology and a complex storyline that makes you believe that these characters and their world are real. The trilogy aspect is also recognizant of SW, and of course the religious undertones of both films are there if you look. Finally, SW was released when America was excited about space travel and exploration - it was timely. Similarly, "The Matrix" is released during a time of interest in the computer age, specifically artificial intelligence. This is a DVD that you must buy. It will be a classic twenty years from now.
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Summary: A disapointment
Review: With a title like "The Matrix", and with an actor named Keanu Reeves, I was hoping that this movie was going to be a great vision of William Gibson's stories of Cyberspace, as the movie Johnny Mnemonic was. I had to make myself go back to see this movie twice, just to make myself accept the fact that this movie was a letdown that didn't do justice to William Gibson's idea of "the matrix". The idea that alien cyberspace beings have to breed human beings in order to survive from their body heat, and keep them in a world of illusion called "the matrix", is so far fetched that it makes it impossible to identify with the movie. It is also a completely different conception of the matrix than the one Gibson envisions in his books such as "Neuromancer" - a matrix consisting of the world of the Internet and the battles of corporations fought in the world of cyberspace. If anyone was hoping to see the vision of Gibson's "Neuromancer", they still have to wait for a better movie. Until now, they will have to survive with Johnny Mnemonic.
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Summary: This movie breathes life into the Sci-Fi genre
Review: On top of being a solid action movie, this movie definately brings something new to the world of the sci-fi movie. After Lucas did it with Star Wars back in the late 70's, the Wachowski brothers do it in the late 90's. This movie breaks to mold as of late and uses special effects to tell the story and doesn't put them on center stage. The DVD is awesome, with plenty of extras. A super clean transfer, and great sound. This moive is a must see.
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Summary: Best action film ever made.
Review: The Matrix sucks you in,turns you around and around until you dont know whats happening and unfortunately when it gets over it spits you out.Whoa.The Matrix is ultimately my favorite movie,Keanu Reeves is at his best playing hacker Neo,who isnt so sure about "reality".He meets the man that can explain to him what reality is,that man is Morpheus a leader in the real world,he explains to Neo that the world Neo lives in isnt real,but is actually a computer system built to enslave humans(once again,whoa).Now let me explain hopw good this movie is,critics praised it,people praised it,it won over twenty awards world wide.It was nominated for four Academy Awards,and took them all home(they are best visual effects,sound effects,film editing,and sound effects editing,whoa).The Matrix is a movie you have to watch over and over again to undertsand,and it ultimately is a powerhouse of a movie.
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