The Animatrix (2003)
Experience surreal, gritty animation and epic sci-fi tales expanding the universe of man versus machine.
Straight from the creators of the groundbreaking Matrix trilogy, this collection of short animated films from the world's leading anime directors fuses computer graphics and Japanese anime to provide the background of the Matrix universe and the conflict between man and machines. The shorts include Final Flight of the Osiris, The Second Renaissance, Kid's Story, Program, World Record, Beyond, A Detective Story and Matriculated.
How intense is The Animatrix?
The Animatrix is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip.
What The Animatrix feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulepicatmosphericsurreal
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Animatrix
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Is The Animatrix for you?
Is The Animatrix scary?
Only a little. The Animatrix has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Animatrix gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Animatrix sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
How long is The Animatrix?
The Animatrix runs 1h 42m.
Where can I stream The Animatrix?
The Animatrix is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Animatrix have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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