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The Matrix Revisited

The Matrix Revisited

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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Interesting behind-the-scenes info
Review: "The Matrix Revisited" picks up where the special edition DVD leaves off. If you watched every special feature on the Matrix DVD and were left wanting more, then this DVD is a must-see.

This DVD starts at the beginning of the Matrix story - when the Wachowskis were just two guys who had a great screenplay, and Warner Brothers "knew they bought something cool... they just weren't sure what it was." Then we get a blow-by-blow account of production, beginning with the four weeks of Kung Fu training with Hong Kong master stunt choreographer Woo-Ping to the storyboarding, really special special effects, filming, costuming, set construction, wire stunt work, and more.

The documentary features interviews with the Wachowskis, producer Joel Silver, production designer Owen Patterson, costume designer Kym Barrett, fight choreographer Woo-Ping, and many other people who give insight into that often-asked question "What is the Matrix?" Other interviews feature the film's principle actors: Keanu Reeves (Neo/Thomas Anderson), Lawrence Fishburne (Morpheus), Carrie-Anne Moss (Trinity), and Hugo Weaving (Agent Smith), although I thought it was strange that none of the supporting actors even so much as showed up in the documentary (even in the behind-the-scenes footage).

The DVD also includes tantalizing bits about the next two movies: "The Matrix Reloaded" and "The Matrix Revolutions," although those productions are shrouded in mystery and the DVD doesn't give that much concrete information.

"The Matrix Revisited" is required watching for any die-hard Matrix fan, and if you're that die-hard, you might want to own it so you can watch it multiple times... what else are you going to do until MAY 2003 when the next movie comes out? (Thank goodness we have Star Wars Episode II and Lord of the Rings II to look forward to before then...)

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Needed
Review: A much needed explaination disc full of information that was released after the 1999 movie. Great on it's own although really the extra disc that should have been made part of a two disc set.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Needed
Review: A much needed explaination disc full of information that was released after the 1999 movie. Great on it's own although really the extra disc that should have been made part of a two disc set.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A superb documentary, and much more!
Review: Being a fan of "The Matrix", getting this DVD was a no-brainer for me. The 2-hour documentary goes into an insane amount of detail about the conception and making of the film (and gives you a little tease about the upcoming two "Matrix" films), and even talks about the film's website, the upcoming animated "Matrix" shorts, and even has a few little surprises (wander through the menus for that). But the documentary alone is worth the price of admission here.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A superb documentary, and much more!
Review: Being a fan of "The Matrix", getting this DVD was a no-brainer for me. The 2-hour documentary goes into an insane amount of detail about the conception and making of the film (and gives you a little tease about the upcoming two "Matrix" films), and even talks about the film's website, the upcoming animated "Matrix" shorts, and even has a few little surprises (wander through the menus for that). But the documentary alone is worth the price of admission here.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: I Thought This Would Have The Matrix On It
Review: But even though it did not, and trust me, I was dissapointed, I still watched and enjoyed it.

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: question.....
Review: can anyone help me out? I have just received my copy of this long-waiting DVD but I hear nothing when I played it. All I can hear is the "Go Further" section. I was so disappointmented that I can only view the subtitle of every scenes. There has nothing to do with the region code thing and my DVD player has no problem for playing other DVD. I wonder does anything wrong of my copy?

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A GREAT addition for the movie
Review: Every now and then a movie comes along that is both highly entertaining and intellectualy stimulating. As this DVD will show, the viewers will catch a glimpse of the level of difficulty it takes to make such an incredible film. As if the original Matrix DVD wasn't all ready loaded with special features, Matrix Revisted goes even further into the world of the Matrix. Just don't get confused while you're pondering the purchase of this DVD; this is not the Matrix movie...rather it is a full documentary on the making of the movie and the impact it had on the film crew along with the fans of the Matrix. This is an absolute must have...and honestly, I feel very lucky that someone actually put it together and released it for the masses. Thank you Warner brothers!

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: WARNING! Does not contain the movie!!!
Review: I bought this DVD assuming that it contained the Matrix movie, along with a bunch of extras. WRONG! I'm a huge Matrix fan, so you can imagine my disappointment when I discovered I have to fork out another 20 bucks for the movie. So for anyone else making a buying decision on this DVD, take this under advisement!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: FOLLOW THE WHITE RABBIT
Review: I bought this DVD when it was first released but, for some reason, never watched it until recently. It is an excellent follow-up to The Matrix. I eagerly await The Animatrix DVD, the PS2 Matrix game, and the 2 new movies. There are 2 things that bother me about this DVD though. First, even though he isn't in the next 2 parts of the trilogy, it would have been nice to have at least one interview with Joe Pantoliano. Second, the True Followers section was a little bit creepy. All in all, a great addition to my DVD collection and a great way to stay hyped for things to come. I just wish I had the sunglasses concession for these movies.


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