... I broke this rule earlier in the year with "Matrix: Reloaded" because I loved the original film so much. It didn't disappoint me, and I left disappointed, if you see what I mean. Sadly, I didn't subscribe to the "once bitten, twice shy" rule and returned to see the final instalment of the ... Read review
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disappointment that set in during the second half ofThe Matrix Reloaded. There's plenty more talky guff combined with the picking-up of hard-to-remember plot threads as Neo (Keanu Reeves) lies in a coma in the "real" world and is stranded on a tube station in a limbo "beyond the Matrix" while his allies do a reprise of the shooting-their-way-past-the-bodyguards bit from the last film (this time, the baddies can walk on the ceiling). A new Oracle (Mary Alice) makes some pronouncements about the end being near and more things happen--including the evil Agent Smith (Hugo Weaving) manifesting in reality by possessing a minor character and perfidiously blinding our hero, who wears a becoming ribbon over his wounded eyes and perceives the world in an impressive "flaming truth vision".What about the action? The equivalent of the last film's freeway chase scene is a huge face-off as the Sentinels (robot squids) finally breach the caverns of Zion, "the last human city", and swarm against a battalion of pilot-manipulated giant robots: here, the effects are seamless and the images astonishing, though the fact that none of the major characters are involved and the whole thing goes on so long as if designed to top any previous robot-on-robot screen carnage means that it becomes monotonously amazing, like watching someone else play a great computer game. After a too-easily-managed major realignment of the enmities, the film--and the series--finally delivers a sign-off sequence that's everything you could want as Neo and Smith get into a kung fu one-on-one in a rain-drenched virtual city, flying as high as Superman and Brainiac in smart suits. It comes too late to save the day and the wrap-up is both banal and incoherent, but at least this single combat is a reward for hardy veterans who've sat through seven hours of build-up. --Kim NewmanOn the DVD:when the firstMatrixDVD was released, with never-before-seen features such as the "Follow the White Rabbit" option, it set a benchmark against which subsequent discs were judged. But neither sequel has lived up to the original's high standards.The Matrix Revolutionstwo-disc set is an unexceptional package, with a routine "making of" featurette being the main bonus item. Amid all the usual backslapping guff about how great everyone is and what a great time they've all had, it's possible to glean some nuggets of useful information about the baffling plot--though cast and crew can't repress a note of weariness creeping in when discussing the horribly protracted shooting schedule. The feature on theCG Revolutionis the most informative for people who like to know how everything was done, and, in the same vein, there's also a multi-angle breakdown of theSuper Burly Brawl. A 3-D timeline gives a handy summary of the story so far, and there's a plug forThe Matrix Onlinegame. The anamorphic 2.40:1 picture is, of course, a real treat to look at, even if the movie is mostly shades of dark grey and dark green; soundwise the dynamic range of the Dolby Digital surround is extreme: all conversations are conducted in throaty whispers, while the action sequences will push your speakers to the limit. No DTS option, though. And as withReloaded, there's no audio commentary either: the Wachowski's policy of not talking about their creation begins to seem like a ploy to avoid answering awkward questions. --Mark Walker
disappointment that set in during the second half ofThe Matrix Reloaded. There's plenty more talky guff combined with the picking-up of hard-to-remember plot threads as Neo (Keanu Reeves) lies in a coma in the "real" world and is stranded on a tube station in a limbo "beyond the Matrix" while his allies do a reprise of the shooting-their-way-past-the-bodyguards bit from the last film (this time, the baddies can walk on the ceiling). A new Oracle (Mary Alice) makes some pronouncements about the end being near and more things happen--including the evil Agent Smith (Hugo Weaving) manifesting in reality by possessing a minor character and perfidiously blinding our hero, who wears a becoming ribbon over his wounded eyes and perceives the world in an impressive "flaming truth vision".What about the action? The equivalent of the last film's freeway chase scene is a huge face-off as the Sentinels (robot squids) finally breach the caverns of Zion, "the last human city", and swarm against a battalion of pilot-manipulated giant robots: here, the effects are seamless and the images astonishing, though the fact that none of the major characters are involved and the whole thing goes on so long as if designed to top any previous robot-on-robot screen carnage means that it becomes monotonously amazing, like watching someone else play a great computer game. After a too-easily-managed major realignment of the enmities, the film--and the series--finally delivers a sign-off sequence that's everything you could want as Neo and Smith get into a kung fu one-on-one in a rain-drenched virtual city, flying as high as Superman and Brainiac in smart suits. It comes too late to save the day and the wrap-up is both banal and incoherent, but at least this single combat is a reward for hardy veterans who've sat through seven hours of build-up. --Kim NewmanOn the DVD:when the firstMatrixDVD was released, with never-before-seen features such as the "Follow the White Rabbit" option, it set a benchmark against which subsequent discs were judged. But neither sequel has lived up to the original's high standards.The Matrix Revolutionstwo-disc set is an unexceptional package, with a routine "making of" featurette being the main bonus item. Amid all the usual backslapping guff about how great everyone is and what a great time they've all had, it's possible to glean some nuggets of useful information about the baffling plot--though cast and crew can't repress a note of weariness creeping in when discussing the horribly protracted shooting schedule. The feature on theCG Revolutionis the most informative for people who like to know how everything was done, and, in the same vein, there's also a multi-angle breakdown of theSuper Burly Brawl. A 3-D timeline gives a handy summary of the story so far, and there's a plug forThe Matrix Onlinegame. The anamorphic 2.40:1 picture is, of course, a real treat to look at, even if the movie is mostly shades of dark grey and dark green; soundwise the dynamic range of the Dolby Digital surround is extreme: all conversations are conducted in throaty whispers, while the action sequences will push your speakers to the limit. No DTS option, though. And as withReloaded, there's no audio commentary either: the Wachowski's policy of not talking about their creation begins to seem like a ploy to avoid answering awkward questions. --Mark Walker
disappointment that set in during the second half ofThe Matrix Reloaded. There's plenty more talky guff combined with the picking-up of hard-to-remember plot threads as Neo (Keanu Reeves) lies in a coma in the "real" world and is stranded on a tube station in a limbo "beyond the Matrix" while his allies do a reprise of the shooting-their-way-past-the-bodyguards bit from the last film (this time, the baddies can walk on the ceiling). A new Oracle (Mary Alice) makes some pronouncements about the end being near and more things happen--including the evil Agent Smith (Hugo Weaving) manifesting in reality by possessing a minor character and perfidiously blinding our hero, who wears a becoming ribbon over his wounded eyes and perceives the world in an impressive "flaming truth vision".What about the action? The equivalent of the last film's freeway chase scene is a huge face-off as the Sentinels (robot squids) finally breach the caverns of Zion, "the last human city", and swarm against a battalion of pilot-manipulated giant robots: here, the effects are seamless and the images astonishing, though the fact that none of the major characters are involved and the whole thing goes on so long as if designed to top any previous robot-on-robot screen carnage means that it becomes monotonously amazing, like watching someone else play a great computer game. After a too-easily-managed major realignment of the enmities, the film--and the series--finally delivers a sign-off sequence that's everything you could want as Neo and Smith get into a kung fu one-on-one in a rain-drenched virtual city, flying as high as Superman and Brainiac in smart suits. It comes too late to save the day and the wrap-up is both banal and incoherent, but at least this single combat is a reward for hardy veterans who've sat through seven hours of build-up. --Kim NewmanOn the DVD:when the firstMatrixDVD was released, with never-before-seen features such as the "Follow the White Rabbit" option, it set a benchmark against which subsequent discs were judged. But neither sequel has lived up to the original's high standards.The Matrix Revolutionstwo-disc set is an unexceptional package, with a routine "making of" featurette being the main bonus item. Amid all the usual backslapping guff about how great everyone is and what a great time they've all had, it's possible to glean some nuggets of useful information about the baffling plot--though cast and crew can't repress a note of weariness creeping in when discussing the horribly protracted shooting schedule. The feature on theCG Revolutionis the most informative for people who like to know how everything was done, and, in the same vein, there's alsoa multi-angle breakdown of theSuper Burly Brawl. A 3-D timeline gives a handy summary of the story so far, and there's a plug forThe Matrix Onlinegame. The anamorphic 2.40:1 picture is, of course, a real treat to look at, even if the movie is mostly shades of dark grey and dark green; soundwise the dynamic range of the Dolby Digital surround is extreme: all conversations are conducted in throaty whispers, while the action sequences will push your speakers to the limit. No DTS option, though. And as withReloaded, there's no audio commentary either: the Wachowski's policy of not talking about their creation begins to seem like a ploy to avoid answering awkward questions. --Mark Walker
Measuring approximately 10'' x 22'' (255mm x 560mm) this framed limited edition presentation features 3 pieces of artwork from the movie along with 2 strips of original 35mm film showing scenes from the movie, along with a plaque denoting the limited edition number and a certificate of authenticity on the rear of the item. Made to a very high quality this limited edition film cell presentation will take pride of place in any fans room. Ready for hanging its an ideal gift and a superb piece of movie memorabilia.
disappointment that set in during the second half ofThe Matrix Reloaded. There's plenty more talky guff combined with the picking-up of hard-to-remember plot threads as Neo (Keanu Reeves) lies in a coma in the "real" world and is stranded on a tube station in a limbo "beyond the Matrix" while his allies do a reprise of the shooting-their-way-past-the-bodyguards bit from the last film (this time, the baddies can walk on the ceiling). A new Oracle (Mary Alice) makes some pronouncements about the end being near and more things happen--including the evil Agent Smith (Hugo Weaving) manifesting in reality by possessing a minor character and perfidiously blinding our hero, who wears a becoming ribbon over his wounded eyes and perceives the world in an impressive "flaming truth vision".What about the action? The equivalent of the last film's freeway chase scene is a huge face-off as the Sentinels (robot squids) finally breach the caverns of Zion, "the last human city", and swarm against a battalion of pilot-manipulated giant robots: here, the effects are seamless and the images astonishing, though the fact that none of the major characters are involved and the whole thing goes on so long as if designed to top any previous robot-on-robot screen carnage means that it becomes monotonously amazing, like watching someone else play a great computer game. After a too-easily-managed major realignment of the enmities, the film--and the series--finally delivers a sign-off sequence that's everything you could want as Neo and Smith get into a kung fu one-on-one in a rain-drenched virtual city, flying as high as Superman and Brainiac in smart suits. It comes too late to save the day and the wrap-up is both banal and incoherent, but at least this single combat is a reward for hardy veterans who've sat through seven hours of build-up. --Kim NewmanOn the DVD:when the firstMatrixDVD was released, with never-before-seen features such as the "Follow the White Rabbit" option, it set a benchmark against which subsequent discs were judged. But neither sequel has lived up to the original's high standards.The Matrix Revolutionstwo-disc set is an unexceptional package, with a routine "making of" featurette being the main bonus item. Amid all the usual backslapping guff about how great everyone is and what a great time they've all had, it's possible to glean some nuggets of useful information about the baffling plot--though cast and crew can't repress a note of weariness creeping in when discussing the horribly protracted shooting schedule. The feature on theCG Revolutionis the most informative for people who like to know how everything was done, and, in the same vein, there's also a multi-angle breakdown of theSuper Burly Brawl. A 3-D timeline gives a handy summary of the story so far, and there's a plug forThe Matrix Onlinegame. The anamorphic 2.40:1 picture is, of course, a real treat to look at, even if the movie is mostly shades of dark grey and dark green; soundwise the dynamic range of the Dolby Digital surround is extreme: all conversations are conducted in throaty whispers, while the action sequences will push your speakers to the limit. No DTS option, though. And as withReloaded, there's no audio commentary either: the Wachowski's policy of not talking about their creation begins to seem like a ploy to avoid answering awkward questions. --Mark Walker
filmmakers who push the boundaries of live-action films. Like the groundbreaking Star Wars,The Matrixshowcases 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 inThe AbyssandTerminator 2, the Wachowskis were the first to use "bullet time", a time-bending digital effect that utilises both computer-generated imagery and still photography. The sequelThe Matrix Reloadedshowcased that visual style to further effect, withThe Matrix Revolutionscompleting the trilogy.DVD DescriptionThe first film 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.The Matrixis packed with stunning fight scenes (choreographed by accomplished Hong Kong director Yuen Wo-Ping), astonishing visual effects, quotable lines, and a memorable supporting cast (led by Carrie-Anne Moss, in herfirst major Hollywood film).The Matrix Reloadedsequel delivers added amounts of everything that the first film had, with the exception of surprises. We see more of the "real world" in the last human city of Zion and we go back to the 1999-look urban virtual reality of the Matrix for more encounters with artificially intelligent baddies and--the real reason you're watching—there are a lot more martial arts superheroics. This is just part one of a story that spans two sequels, with the final film of the trilogy,The Matrix Revolutions, required to tie up the story and sort out a great deal of plot complexity.
2008 - Action/Adventure - Christopher Nolan - English - 12 years and over - Maggie Gyllenhaal, Aaron Eckhart, Morgan Freeman, Heath Ledger, Gary Oldman, Christian Bale, Michael Caine
1964 - Action/Adventure - Cyril Endfield - English - Parental Guidance - Stanley Baker, Jack Hawkins, Ulla Jacobsson, James Booth, Michael Caine, Nigel Green
Action/Adventure - Director: Peter Jackson - Original Language: English - Classification: 12 years and over - Starring:Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, Liv Tyler, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Andy Serkis
Advantages: Hopefully, there won't be a fourth! Disadvantages: Sadly, there was a third!
...the final instalment of the Matrix trilogy, figuring it couldn't be as bad. I was right. It was worse!
Story wise, it's straight into where we left off with "Matrix Reloaded", so you do need to have seen that to have even the faintest clue of what is going on. Indeed, if it's available, a further watching may be beneficial. The Sentinels are continuing their dig down to destroy Zion, and Morpheus and Trinity are hoping Neo awakes from the apparent ... ...may be trapped inside the Matrix and they go to find The Oracle to seek her advice.
Neo is, as we see, indeed trapped in the Matrix, although at a train station somewhere between the Matrix and the real world. This is controlled by Merovingian, who The Oracle tells them must be sought out to plead for Neo's release. This done, and Neo rescued, they must go their separate ways - the Zionites to rescue their city; Neo and Trinity to confront and, ...
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Advantages: It made me realise what a masterpiece Matrix Reloaded was by comparison Disadvantages: It was utter tripe
Matrix Revolutions kicks off where Matrix Reloaded finished. So Neo is in a coma, trapped in limbo between the Real World and the Matrix, while the machines head inexorably towards Zion, hell-bent on the destruction of mankind. Oh, and Agent Smith is continuing to take over bodies in both the Matrix and the Real World.
The Wachowski brothers have managed in just four short years to do what it took George Lucas a quarter of a century top accomplish; ... ...to the dogs. The original Matrix film was that rarest of things – an intelligent science fiction action movie with a decent concept behind it and a hard core of characters you could care about. And it had cutting-edge special effects and CGI that enhanced the story instead of overpowering it. The second film was a far shallower affair; less emotional attachment to the characters, a heavier-handed approach to the pseudo-philosophy behind the idea, ...
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...the disaster that was The Matrix Reloaded, even the suggestion of The Matrix Revolutions was enough to make me curl my lip. The transition from parts one to two was largely a journey from masterpiece to mediocrity and I’m sure I wasn’t alone in losing all interest in the whole thing after Reloaded. But curiosity finally got the better of me, and last weekend I finally sat down to watch The Matrix Revolutions, the final part of the Wachowski ... ...who want to see another Matrix film go into production. The most disappointing thing about the two films following The Matrix is that commercially they really couldn’t fail. Despite the fact that you’ll struggle to find a single praiseworthy review of either of them, the stars all got paid millions, the films took kerzillions at the box office and you just know that the Wachowski Brothers are totally loaded as a result of their enterprise.
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Advantages: Spectacular battle sequences. Disadvantages: Flabby, lazy sequel that possesses little of the originals brilliance.A major disappointment for fans.
...almost a religious experience. The Matrix is to my generation what Star Wars was to kids in the Seventies and what The Lord Of The Rings will be for kids today, that unmissable movie experience that you remember forever. It was one of the first rated Fifteen movies that I ever saw and was, and still is the most memorable. Effects and action sequences were performed in that film that will never be seen again and it remains for me the definitive Action/Sci-Fi ... ...I watched The Matrix Reloaded a few months ago and witnessed the true meaning of the word; Hollywood. Possibly the only thing on this planet more evil than George W Bush, a body of people that systematically sucks in great ideas, actors and directors, and spits them out hollow and corrupt shells of their former selves. Very few films remain that have not in some way been sullied by remakes or shoddy sequels. The Matrix is the latest casualty of this. ...
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Advantages: A fantastic ending to a fantastic beginning Disadvantages: It's all over now!
...the final film in the Matrix Trilogy as it stands. It's the conclusion to the story which begun with "The Matrix". So this is also my final matrix based review. *** Warning: There are plot spoilers for Matrix Reloaded all the way through this ***
And so we come to the ultimate conclusion of
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What is the matrix?
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*******The next section (till you get to the next highlighted title with -------- ... ...Matrix is based on this film. It reveals most of the story and is a huge spoiler. It does reveal the ending as well*******
Well. Now we've seen this film we can interpret the Matrix quite well. I haven't seen the Animatrix or the comic books which I am told tell the tale a lot better. But here is my conclusion from the game and films:
First we have the Oracle. She's had to change appearance to escape the people who are after her. However this was ...
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