The world as we know it is a computer simulated environment created to prevent humans from discovering the truth. The truth that humans are slaves to a computer race. Under controlled conditions, we are continually reproduced to provide power for the evil, artificial intelligent, computers.
However, a computer hacker called NEO (Keanu Reeves) posses the key to defeat the reality-controlling computers. Together with MORPHEUS (Laurence Fishburne) and TRINITY (Carrie-Anne Moss), he must discover his true ability, and save all mankind!
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Keanu
Reeves - NEO
Keanu, the main character, is a computer hacker in search of the answer to his question - "What is the Matrix?". However, when he gets his answer, he also finds out more than he expected. After being discovered by Morpheus, he is transported into the real world where he becomes 'The One' and receives powers beyond his belief! Keanu is greatly known for his star role in "SPEED" along side Sandra Bullock. He has also featured in "MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING" with Emma Thompson, Denzel Washington, Micheal Keaton and Kenneth Branagh. His other films include "CHAIN REACTION", "JOHNNY MNEMONIC", "THE DEVIL'S ADVOCATE" and "BILL AND TED'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE" |
Carrie-Anne
Moss - TRINITY
Carrie-Anne's role is the tough sidekick to NEO. She is the first character to be introduced to us. She does this by killing some interfering cops before making her getaway over buildings. (Very Cool!) Moss's career started with modelling in countries such as Spain and Japan. She has also featured in "DUE SOUTH" where she was nominated for a Gemini Award for the Best Performance in a Guest Role in a Dramatic Series. Her previous films have included "SABOTAGE" and "THE SECRET LIFE OF ALGERNON". |
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Laurence
Fishburne - MORPHEUS
Fishburne's role in The Matrix is the stern mentor to NEO. In the film, he wears an interesting pair of sunglasses, sunglasses without arms, specially designed for him. He is also the leader of the group who battle below the surface of the earth. His most well known films include "APOCALYPSE NOW" (aged 14!), "EVENT HORIZON" and "WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT?" where he received an Academy Award Nomination for his portrayal of Ike Turner. |
Hugo Weaving- AGENT SMITH Agent Smith is the character with no emotions and an earpiece. His voice has one tone and his expressions never change. He describes Human Beings as a cancer of the planet, and that he is the cure. Weaving is considered to be one of Australia's most acclaimed actors and has done extensive work in film, TV and theatre. His previous films include "Proof", where he won an Australian Film Institute Award for Best Actor; "The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert" where his received an AFI Award nomination; and "The Interview" |
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APOC
Julian |
CYPHER
Joe |
MOUSE
Matt |
SWITCH
Belinda |
TANK
Marcus |
Oracle
- Gloria Foster; Dozer - Anthony Ray Parker; Agent
Brown - Paul
Goddard; Spoon Boy - Rowan Witt; Girl
in Red Dress - Fiona Johnson
Larry and Andy Wachowski
- WRITERS AND DIRECTORS
Little is known of these two, what is known is that they have been working together for 30 years. There most recent film production is "BOUND" which includes Gina Gershon, Jennifer Tilly and Joe Pantoliano (Cypher in The Matrix) They started their careers as carpenters in Chicago but became screenwriters due to their love for Marvel Comics. They scripted 'Assassins' and are heavily influenced by John Woo (A Better Tomorrow, The Killer, Face/Off and more!) |
Joel Silver - PRODUCER
Silver has been described as on of the most successful producers. His most recent production is "Lethal Weapon 4" with Danny Glover and Mel Gibson. All his films total a gross of almost $3 billion. Silver has also produced a number of other great films including: "COMMANDO", "PREDATOR", "JUMPING JACK FLASH", "LETHAL WEAPON 1, 2, 3 AND 4", "DIE HARD", "DIE HARD 2: DIE HARDER" and "CONSPIRACY THEORY". |
Barrie M.
Osborne - EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Recently produced "Face Off" starring John Travolta and Nicholas Cage. He has also been the executive producer of "Dick Tracy", "Child's Play", "Three Men and a Baby", "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" and "Good Morning, Vietnam". |
For the first half hour of this film you find yourself wondering what the hell is going on. However, as the film progresses, you begin to understand the plot. The special effects are jaw dropping, and they give a real depth to the film. My favourite part of the film is the huge shoot out in the marble decorated foyer.
Although the film has a difficult plot, the film is thoroughly enjoyable and a film that you have to watch for at least a second time. I therefore give this film a 90%, it's a film not to be missed.