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By following up their debut thriller Bound with the 1999 box-office smash The Matrix, the codirecting Wachowski brothers--Andy and Larry--annihilated any suggestion of a sophomore jinx, crafting one of the most exhilarating sci-fi/action movies of the 1990s. Set in the not too distant future in an insipid, characterless city, we find a young man named Neo (Keanu Reeves). A software techie by day and a computer hacker by night, he sits alone at home by his monitor, waiting for a sign, a signal--from what or whom he doesn't know--until one night, a mysterious woman named Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) seeks him out and introduces him to that faceless character he has been waiting for: Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne). A messiah of sorts, Morpheus presents Neo with the truth about his world by shedding light on the dark secrets that have troubled him for so long: "You've felt it your entire life, that there's something wrong with the world. You don't know what it is, but it's there, like a splinter in your mind, driving you mad." Ultimately, Morpheus illustrates to Neo what the Matrix is--a reality beyond reality that controls all of their lives, in a way that Neo can barely comprehend.
Neo thus embarks on an adventure that is both terrifying and enthralling. Pitted against an enemy that transcends human concepts of evil, Morpheus and his team must train Neo to believe that he is the chosen champion of their fight. With mind-boggling, technically innovative special effects and a thought-provoking script that owes a debt of inspiration to the legacy of cyberpunk fiction, this is much more than an out-and-out action yarn; it's a thinking man's journey into the realm of futuristic fantasy, a dreamscape full of eye candy that will satisfy sci-fi, kung fu, action, and adventure fans alike. Although the film is headlined by Reeves and Fishburne--who both turn in fine performances--much of the fun and excitement should be attributed to Moss, who flawlessly mixes vulnerability with immense strength, making other contemporary female heroines look timid by comparison. And if we were going to cast a vote for most dastardly movie villain of 1999, it would have to go to Hugo Weaving, who plays the feckless, semipsychotic Agent Smith with panache and edginess. As the film's box-office profits soared, the Wachowski brothers announced that The Matrix is merely the first chapter in a cinematically dazzling franchise--a chapter that is arguably superior to the other sci-fi smash of 1999 (you know... the one starring Jar Jar Binks). --Jeremy Storey
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By The Nexus
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I consider this movie to be one of the greatest sci-fi movies of all time, right up there with the first two 'Alien' movies and various anime like 'Cyber City: Oedo', 'Ghost in the Shell' (which played a role in inspiring this movie), and 'Akira'. Being the hardcore anime fan that I am, I found 'The Matrix's' style very appealing and fun to watch. Everyone fit their roles perfectly in this movie; despite the fact that I'm not a fan of any of them (except Hugo Weaving), Keanu Reeves was much more likeable and believable than Will Smith would have ever been (he was originally considered to play the role of Neo, but he himself turned it down because 'he wasn't a serious enough actor'. I like Will Smith, but I totally agree with him). And let's not forget Hugo Weaving's brilliant performance as Agent Smith. Like this movie, I consider Hugo Weaving to be one of the greatest things to have ever come into existence. He has maintained his status of being the highlight in the entire Matrix franchise, alongside the action sequences that are nothing short of amazing.
Now, many people complain about the middle of this movie up until the point where Neo sees a deja-vu cat to be super-boring, but I disagree, and I tell them to open their damn ears and listen to what the characters were saying so that they are so frigging confused later on, because everything that's said in the movie is said with a purpose. Not to mention, everything that's said is actually very interesting.
"Whoa."
Anyway, I'll be closing this review by highly recommending it to any sci-fi lover who's been crazy enough to NOT view it yet. This movie is like the 'Pulp Fiction' of... well... science fiction.
***** out of *****
Now, many people complain about the middle of this movie up until the point where Neo sees a deja-vu cat to be super-boring, but I disagree, and I tell them to open their damn ears and listen to what the characters were saying so that they are so frigging confused later on, because everything that's said in the movie is said with a purpose. Not to mention, everything that's said is actually very interesting.
"Whoa."
Anyway, I'll be closing this review by highly recommending it to any sci-fi lover who's been crazy enough to NOT view it yet. This movie is like the 'Pulp Fiction' of... well... science fiction.
***** out of *****
By TheRazor
TOP 1000 REVIEWER
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
I remember being a kid and watching this movie in crappy 300mb MPG files - and I never had the whole thing. Add 13 years and watching this Bluray on a full high-quality 7.1, 1080p system is the difference between the blue and red pills. Pick this up and rewatch it. If you're like me then you'll love seeing this movie in all it's original glory (and the CGI hasn't aged too bad!)
By *lord Allan
TOP 1000 REVIEWER
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
This remains a great film for big screen viewing. A must for any home video library. So I was excited to pick it up on Blu-ray as my 1999 DVD copy really sucks balls. Now the quality of this Blu-ray was quite an improvement(day and night) over my DVD copy. But it doesn't come close to the reference picture quality of the "Fifth Element".(Yes, I was hoping). So that aside, it was a pleasure to watch with very few flaws, if any at all. If they were there I didn't notice. To wrapped up in the movie, I guess. Why did the sequels have to suck so bad?
I have no problem giving 5 out of 5 stars on this one. If only the quality of most other Blu-rays were at least this good.
Recommended!!
I have no problem giving 5 out of 5 stars on this one. If only the quality of most other Blu-rays were at least this good.
Recommended!!
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Sci-Fi at it's best
The Matrix is in my opinion the best new sci fi story created in the last decade.
The Blu-Ray HD picture and sound are perfect for this ground breaking movie with so... Read more
The Blu-Ray HD picture and sound are perfect for this ground breaking movie with so... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Pierre Aubin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great service. Great film. Great steelbook :)
Ordered from UK and the service from Amazon.ca was excellent. It was delivered very quickly and arrived in a box with plenty of protection inside. Read more
Published 21 months ago by David Lander
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stunning Steelbook of a great film,
This Steelbook is one of the very best I have ever had my hands on. It is simply beautiful with wonderful artwork. Read more
Published on Mar 30 2011 by AuldReekie
2.0 out of 5 stars
ok
I love the movie
an excellent movie
but the quality is bad
the movie is an excellent sci-fi movie
do not watch it if you're scare of the blood!!! Read more
an excellent movie
but the quality is bad
the movie is an excellent sci-fi movie
do not watch it if you're scare of the blood!!! Read more
Published on Feb 12 2011 by antoine vermylen
4.0 out of 5 stars
The mystery begins
To Neo (Keanu Reeves) it seemed as if his entire life was a dream. As with most of us he was searching for something. Read more
Published on Sep 17 2010 by bernie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great as expected
Very well put together, all the extras from the original DVD plus more. No complaints about the video and audio quality. Read more
Published on July 3 2010 by N. Lam
5.0 out of 5 stars
gorgeous on blu-ray
This dark action thriller not only looks flawless on blu-ray, but has a ton of extras - including: 4 commentaries, in-movie experience (pic-in-pic), countless featurettes etc. Read more
Published on Oct 22 2009 by Cheryl
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Movie, Alot of Symbolism
Last night, I have watched one of my favorite movies, "The Matrix" as I have seen it many times. I would highly recommend this movie, and I am not talking about just the full... Read more
Published on April 1 2008 by Zadius Sky
3.0 out of 5 stars
not sure what all the hype is about.
i'm not sure what the big deal is about this movie.i mean,it borrows
heavily from other sources,such as the bible and Star Wars,among
others. Read more
heavily from other sources,such as the bible and Star Wars,among
others. Read more
Published on Feb 23 2008 by falcon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome Sci-fi carrying a powerful metaphor
The Matrix Trilogy, and especially the first installment, must be one of the most significant films of our time, and is likely to go down as an all time sci-fi classic along with... Read more
Published on Nov 24 2007 by sleepyvinny
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