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MPAA RATING: R for sci-fi violence and brief language
Starring Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, and Joe Pantoliano
A computer hacker (Reeves) learns that his entire life has been a virtual dream, orchestrated by a strange class of computer overlords in the far future. He joins a resistance movement (led by Fishburne) to free humanity from lives of computerized brainwashing.
| GENRE(S): | Suspense/Thriller |
| WRITTEN BY: |
Andy Wachowski
Larry Wachowski |
| DIRECTED BY: |
Andy Wachowski
Larry Wachowski |
| RELEASE DATE: |
DVD: September 21, 1999 Video: September 21, 1999 Theatrical: March 31, 1999 |
| RUNNING TIME: | 136 minutes, Color |
| ORIGIN: | USA |
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The average user rating for this movie is 8.2 (out of 10) based on 142 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Mike M gave it a10:
Best movie Ive ever seen besides Braveheart. The fight scenes were amazing. Loved the rotating camera and slow motion effects. The story line was really good. Anyone that does not give this movie a ten obviously has bad taste in movies or just didn't really understand the movie!.
[Anonymous] gave it a6:
Simulated reality does not make much sense in this movie - the human battery concept is ridiculous for any number of reasons: 1. It takes more power to keep people alive than the power that you could theoretically receive from them. 2. Nuclear power anyone? Are the robots so eco-conscience that they can only use solar power? 3. Why not just lobotomise the human 'batteries'? IF you argue that the 'real world' is just a deeper level of a virtual reality, and that the actual real world is never discovered, then the film might make sense [particularly since Neo has some of his Matrix powers available in the 'real world' in the subsequent movies]. Yet, the film does nothing terribly interesting in this department, but instead fills the void with silly pseudo-philosophy such as, 'There is no spoon'. Having said that, if its a silly, self-important, high-budget kung fu movie with guns that you want; this is for you!
Mark J. gave it a10:
Its funny how some people give this movie a low rating. I don't think they fully understand the concept of a simulated reality. There are many actual scientific hypothesis regarding the subject, many of which seem extremely logical and involve Quantum Computers trying to calculate every possible combination and outcome of everything. Another considers the progression of technology and computer systems, and how they are already running complex simulations to help us decide the best course of action in many situations and where resources should be allocated. The matrix falls under the category of "Brain-computer interface" or "direct neural interface" and correlates directly with Neuroprosthetics which is an actual area of neuroscience. This is the first film to consider technologies impact on primitive culture, and the behavior which could result from direct technological integration into semi-intelligent organic life.
Dom K gave it a0:
Only morons like this film. Ok, the principal concept is a good one, but that is completely ruined by an extremely poor script with appalling dialogue and ill-thought out story. One of my favourite worst lines is when Neo first sees a "squiddy" and asks what it is. The reply: "It's a killing machine designed for only 1 thing". (And what would that be, the viewer thinks, killing, per chance?) But, no! It is to "Seek and destroy". In case it needs pointing out, that's two things. You may think I'm being pedantic, but this is not an isolated example. It's full of bad lines and pathetic attempts to be all philosophical. Fans often say how "thought provoking" and "deep" it is. Can you actually say what thoughts it manages to provoke? The only thought it provoked in me was "Why have I paid £5 to see this?" And "Ur an idiot if u hate this film": I've READ Alice in Wonderland, not watched it (it was a book before it was a Disney cartoon, you know) and seen Akira many times. Studying Japanese culture will not make this absolute turd of a film any good. It's just extremely poor.
Andrew R. gave it a10:
Phenomenal don't believe any of the ratings under a 7, they're simply trying to keep you from being unplugged.
Leo R. gave it a10:
The greatest action movie of all time, my favorite movie, its so perceptive so mind boggling you will watch it more than once to then fall more in love with the matrix a world without borders or boundaries. I love this movie.
Noah S gave it a10:
The Matrix is without a doubt one of the best movies ever made. Period. I will explain though. Most people have an issue with the movie for one of two reasons: the special effects and the plot. First, I'm not a huge martial arts guy, so I'm definitely nowhere close to being an expert on this, but the action scenes were pretty awesome. The combination of slick and fast hand-to-hand with a load of guns thrown in...awesome. The music to the fights completed the experience. The second issue most people have with the Matrix is something I am quite familiar with: the plot. The plot of the Matrix is fantastic. That is because of two things: One, it is a fresh idea. The Matrix's plot is not a clone of anything. And two, the plot is incredibly deep, having multiple levels for every part in it. The agents, Neo being freed, the idea of the Matrix itself, all great. If you don't like sci-fi, then that's fine. You probably won't like this movie. You definitely won't like the sequels. But don't knock them for being "stupid" or "moronic." Because they simply aren't. And on a last note, the acting is exactly suited to this movie. The people in this movie act exactly how their characters should. Keanu Reeves was cast BECAUSE he acts the way he does on camera. It was perfect for the part. Hugo Weaving is SUPPOSED to be dry and humorless. Keep in mind the context of the characters when you judge acting. If you have any complaints, I'll be willing to defend the greatness of this movie. A 10 out of 10.
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