Release Date: 5/15/2007 Original Release: 1999 Format: DVD Rating:R (MPAA) Rating Reason: (Reason unavailable) UPC: 085391163176 Studio: Warner Home Video
Science-Fiction/Fantasy, Action, Futuristic, Martial Arts, Science-Fiction, Recommended, Theatrical Release, Philosophy, Kung Fu, Special Effects, Future/Futuristic Worlds, Essential Cinema
Description
With THE MATRIX, the Wachowskis have established themselves as innovative filmmakers who push the boundaries of live-action films. Like the groundbreaking STAR WARS, THE MATRIX (also the first film of a trilogy) showcases a unique visual style, one the Wachowskis achieved through an array of techniques and digital effects, some never before seen in mainstream Hollywood films. Although computer morphing technology had been used before in films such as THE ABYSS and TERMINATOR 2, the Wachowskis were the first to use "bullet time," a time-bending digital effect that utilizes both computer-generated imagery and still photography.
The film itself is a complex story that aspires to mythology, focusing on a computer hacker named Neo (Keanu Reeves) who searches for the truth behind the mysterious force known as the Matrix. He finds his answer with a group of strangers led by the charismatic Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne). What they encounter in confronting that truth makes for a lightning-paced, eye-popping thrill ride of a movie. Packed with stunning fight scenes (choreographed by accomplished Hong Kong director Yuen Wo-Ping), astonishing visual effects, quotable lines, and a terrific supporting cast (led by Carrie-Anne Moss, in her first major Hollywood film), THE MATRIX is a bold triumph that raises the bar for all science fiction films.
You know, each time I view THE MATRIX, once again, I find that I'm liking the thing less and less. It's true. In fact, it's actually gotten to the point here where I literally find myself about a... Read the whole review at MatchFlick
Posted on March 1, 2009
Reviewed by: CowboyJunkie
I certainly can't argue, or complain (and I won't), about the absolute visual excellence of THE MATRIX. It wouldn't make any sense to even try. But when it comes to the story (which I found to be far... Read the whole review at MatchFlick
Posted on May 22, 2008
Reviewed by: Walt
What else is there to say about a film that has been hailed by so many? Its got an intriguing plot, great characters and great character development and, of course, top notch special effects and... Read the whole review at MatchFlick
Posted on October 23, 2009
