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Matrix

Original title: The Matrix
  • 1999
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  • 2h 16m
IMDb RATING
8.7/10
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Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Joe Pantoliano, and Carrie-Anne Moss in Matrix (1999)
A computer hacker learns from mysterious rebels about the true nature of his reality and his role in the war against its controllers.
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When a beautiful stranger leads computer hacker Neo to a forbidding underworld, he discovers the shocking truth--the life he knows is the elaborate deception of an evil cyber-intelligence.When a beautiful stranger leads computer hacker Neo to a forbidding underworld, he discovers the shocking truth--the life he knows is the elaborate deception of an evil cyber-intelligence.When a beautiful stranger leads computer hacker Neo to a forbidding underworld, he discovers the shocking truth--the life he knows is the elaborate deception of an evil cyber-intelligence.

  • Directors
    • Lana Wachowski
    • Lilly Wachowski
  • Writers
    • Lilly Wachowski
    • Lana Wachowski
  • Stars
    • Keanu Reeves
    • Laurence Fishburne
    • Carrie-Anne Moss
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.7/10
    2.2M
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    POPULARITY
    186
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    • Directors
      • Lana Wachowski
      • Lilly Wachowski
    • Writers
      • Lilly Wachowski
      • Lana Wachowski
    • Stars
      • Keanu Reeves
      • Laurence Fishburne
      • Carrie-Anne Moss
    • 5.1KUser reviews
    • 236Critic reviews
    • 73Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Top rated movie #16
    • Won 4 Oscars
      • 42 wins & 52 nominations total

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    • Neo
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    • Morpheus
    Carrie-Anne Moss
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    • Trinity
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    • Agent Smith
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    Ada Nicodemou
    Ada Nicodemou
    • Dujour (White Rabbit Girl)
    Deni Gordon
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    Rowan Witt
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    • Directors
      • Lana Wachowski
      • Lilly Wachowski
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      • Lilly Wachowski
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    Summary

    Reviewers say 'The Matrix' is a groundbreaking film that revolutionized science fiction with innovative visual effects and "bullet-time" sequences. It delves into philosophical themes like reality and free will. The film's storytelling, character development, and genre blending are highly influential. Keanu Reeves' performance as Neo is acclaimed, alongside Laurence Fishburne and Carrie-Anne Moss. Its aesthetic and design have significantly impacted cinema. Despite criticisms of sequels and some narrative elements, 'The Matrix' remains a cultural phenomenon, continuing to inspire and provoke thought.
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    10xNecRosex

    The timeless classic.

    This film doesn't age, it will be contemporary even in 2030 or 2040. Wachowski's best one, by far.
    100U

    One of the best action sci fi action movies of all time!

    The film is as well crafted as the matrix itself! On another level entirely to any other science fiction film from the last 20 years . Getting lost in another world, is interly what Cinema is made for. This one takes you into a whole new universe interly .
    10acedj

    Just wow

    When this came out, I was living with a roommate. He went out and saw it, came home and said, "Dude, you have to go see The Matrix." So we left and he sat through it a second time. This movie is splendidly done. The mystery about what the Matrix is, unravels and you see a dystopian future unlike any we as a race would want. I have watched this over and over and never tire of it. Everyone does a great job acting in this, the special effects are above par and the story is engaging.
    10suryanmukul

    Benchmark forever.

    The Matrix - 1999

    This was a real change in filmmaking. Like watching it again in 2020, i.e. after 21 years and it still feels fresh. Iconic scenes are still having benchmarks setting up.

    If we say it sci-fi at its best, it won't be wrong. The hype was real, it is still not easy to match the level of Matrix where we experience the connection of humans and science, that too with amazing action fight and chase scenes, not just normal scenes they were, multiple exposures, slow motion 3D moves, Oh My God, and it's understandable as well like what are the characters up to and what storyline they are entering into. The script was very well written and executed otherwise it could have been a mess. A special appreciation in managing the theme with those black color costumes and a scientific zone with unimaginable equipment and props doing unbelievable things in the two worlds created. No spoilers, but the action scenes in the climax where the protagonist goes to save someone from agents are really breathtaking. The technology used at its best.

    A salute to Wachowski Brothers and the team for creating this masterpiece. It will be a great competition and motivation as well for many films coming in the future.
    Kirpianuscus

    a masterpiece

    and this is all. because each explanation sounds wrong. sure, the acting,, the plot, the fight/action scenes are great. maybe unique. but the essence, for me, remains the basic idea . a fake reality against the pure truth. and the magic as clothes of each character. because it is more than a film. it is a revolution in the way to see a film and to discover reality. you are Neo. and the mythological mix of symbols and cultural references and the simple story who seems have more and more levels are more than fascinating - it is real. sure, Matrix has a lot of reviews and around it is very easy to say hypothesis, verdicts, opinions or, maybe, critics. it is enough to say it is a masterpiece. or the perfect fascinating fairy tale.

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    • Trivia
      The opening action scene took six months of training and four days to shoot.
    • Goofs
      When Neo opens fire from the helicopter, and the glass begins to break, none of the three agents is visible (though they should be) and the chair in which Morpheus should be sitting can be seen to be empty.
    • Quotes

      Morpheus: This is your last chance. After this, there is no turning back. You take the blue pill - the story ends, you wake up in your bed and believe whatever you want to believe. You take the red pill - you stay in Wonderland and I show you how deep the rabbit hole goes.

    • Crazy credits
      At the end of all the credits, the URL for the (now defunct) website of the film is given, www.whatisthematrix.com, along with a password, 'steak'. There's a 'secret' link on the page that requests a password.
    • Alternate versions
      Because 'The Matrix' was filmed in Australia the Region 4 (Australia) DVD release includes a more comprehensive Australian based list of credits.
    • Connections
      Edited into The Matrix: Path of Neo (2005)
    • Soundtracks
      Dissolved Girl
      Written by Robert Del Naja, Grant Marshall (as Grantley Marshall), Andrew Vowles (as Andrew Vowles),

      Sara J., and Matt Schwartz

      Performed by Massive Attack

      Courtesy of Virgin Records LTD.

      By Arrangement with Virgin Records America, Inc.

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • June 23, 1999 (France)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Australia
    • Official sites
      • HBO Max (United States)
      • Official Facebook
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The Matrix
    • Filming locations
      • Nashville, Tennessee, USA(exterior scenes: skyline in opening Trinity rooftop chase)
    • Production companies
      • Warner Bros.
      • Village Roadshow Pictures
      • Groucho Film Partnership
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $63,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $172,076,928
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $27,788,331
      • Apr 4, 1999
    • Gross worldwide
      • $467,845,851
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 2h 16m(136 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
      • Dolby Atmos
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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