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The Matrix (1999)

Film · 2h 16m · Rated R

A hacker joins insurgents in a relentless, gritty fight against powerful machines, blurring the line between reality and control.

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Should you watch The Matrix?

Gorelight gore
Violencebrutal violence
Emotional weightheavy
SuspensefulGrittyLate-night tripFull attentionRelentless pace

A few tense moments.

What is The Matrix about?

Set in the 22nd century, The Matrix tells the story of a computer hacker who joins a group of underground insurgents fighting the vast and powerful computers who now rule the earth.

Does it have a happy ending? spoiler-safe

It leaves things open rather than tying them up.

Cast and crew

DirectorLana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
StarringKeanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, Gloria Foster, Joe Pantoliano

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