The Matrix
1999, Sci-fi/Action, 2h 16m
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critics consensus
Thanks to the Wachowskis' imaginative vision, The Matrix is a smartly crafted combination of spectacular action and groundbreaking special effects. Read critic reviews
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Movie Info
Neo (Keanu Reeves) believes that Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne), an elusive figure considered to be the most dangerous man alive, can answer his question -- What is the Matrix? Neo is contacted by Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss), a beautiful stranger who leads him into an underworld where he meets Morpheus. They fight a brutal battle for their lives against a cadre of viciously intelligent secret agents. It is a truth that could cost Neo something more precious than his life.
Cast & Crew
Keanu Reeves
Thomas A. Anderson, Neo
Thomas A. Anderson, Neo
Laurence Fishburne
Morpheus
Morpheus
Carrie-Anne Moss
Trinity
Trinity
Hugo Weaving
Agent Smith
Agent Smith
Joe Pantoliano
Cypher, Mr. Reagan
Cypher, Mr. Reagan
Gloria Foster
Oracle
Oracle
Critic Reviews for The Matrix
Audience Reviews for The Matrix
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Apr 09, 201810/04/2018 - Yes there are some cheesy one liners. But you should expect that. As of writing this, The Matrix is almost 20 years old! The simple fact is, The Matrix is STILL the greatest science fiction film ever made, and doesn't look like it will be beaten any time soon.Peter B Super Reviewer
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Jun 27, 2017The Matrix is a masterfully created action film that near-flawlessly weaves a contained story into a complex universe.Sean T Super Reviewer
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Feb 26, 2017After having re-watched The Matrix for the first time since I was a kid, I was incredibly pleased to find that it's just as cool watching it as an adult as it was as a kid. The action and choreography are what paved the way for Keanu Reeves' career, as well as the future of action and science fiction movies of the early 21st century... but it's not only Reeves' performance that is exceptional. Laurence Fishburne, Carrie Anne-Moss, and Hugo Weaving all deliver physically disciplined and skilled performances, and it's a privilege to watch. Here we are 18 years later and it's still very relevant today- focusing on the danger of artificial intelligence, and of course, destiny.Kevin M Super Reviewer
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May 11, 2016"The Matrix" isn't a perfect film, but it really is close to being one. The Wachowskis show us for the first (and only) time how good they are with original stories that they know is really going to touch the audience in a very deep and fascinating way. It's very smartly put together and the structure and story are great opposite each other. The performances by Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne and Hugo Weaving are great and you believe every moment that these characters are on the screen in front of you. This movie shows an alternate world in a very dreamlike and almost trippy way, and that's the audience wants: something that can really challenge them and make them see everything differently afterwards. This movie definitely managed to do that and can easily be put on the list of the greatest films of all time.Lasse G Super Reviewer
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