The Matrix is a 1999 American–Australian science fiction action film written and directed by The Wachowski Brothers (Bound), starring Keanu Reeves (Constantine), Laurence Fishburne (CSI), Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving (V For Vendetta), and Joe Pantoliano. It depicts a dystopian future in which reality as perceived by most humans is actually a simulated reality called “the Matrix”, created by sentient machines to subdue the human population, while their bodies’ heat and electrical activity are used as an energy source. Computer programmer “Neo” learns this truth and is drawn into a rebellion against the machines, which involves other people who have been freed from the “dream world”.
The acting throughout the film is great with no major errors or unconvincing lines at all, it draws you in and keeps you hooked from start to finish. However, the acting isn’t the star of the show, with the story and the special effects taking centre stage. The story is really deep and causes you to question literally everything about life and the world and there is a real possibility that it could be true! The special effects are also mind blowing, with the Wachowski brothers making use of and pioneering the effect “Bullet Time” This effect is used constantly and to brilliant effect. Frequently you will see people being battered in slow motion with some kick ass kung fu or people dodging bullets as you see them fly past their heads. Oh, and there’s also people running along walls too. To be honest, I’m really not doing the film justice, so I’ll just say this. You absolutely need to see this film. 10/10
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