It’s possibly hard to believe, however, it’s been 25 years since Neo (Keanu Reeves) first entered “The Matrix. ”
The Wachowskis’ green-hued cyberpunk attraction premiered on the big screen in the United States on March 31, 1999, wowing audiences and critics alike with its dazzling visuals and tons of jaw-dropping action. It has left a lasting impression on pop culture, having influenced and/or parodied countless movies, shows, and games in the years since.
In honor of the film’s 25th anniversary, Fathom Events, Insignis Pictures and Warner Bros. have teamed up to bring the film back to screens in theaters across the United States on September 19 and 22.
If the lure of seeing “The Matrix” in theaters is enough to tempt you, the anniversary screenings will also include an exclusive feature film (starring “The Matrix Resurrections” star Jessica Henwick), featuring never-before-seen non-public footage . reflections. . . a look back at the remarkable legacy of “The Matrix. “
For more information, add where to find local screenings to Fathom’s “The Matrix” 25th anniversary event online page. But if you want a refresher on what makes it a classic, here’s what you want to know.
If you haven’t experienced it yet, “The Matrix” is a stunning, epic slice of science fiction in which hacker Neo (Keanu Reeves) lays bare his entire belief in the truth.
After meeting a mysterious stranger, Trinity (Carrie Ann Moss), and being tricked by Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne), Neo discovers that the life he leads is nothing more than a lie and that he lives in a cobblestone simulated world in combination with evil and artificially intelligent machines for nefarious purposes.
With this revelation, Neo enlists to help Morpheus and his fellow renegades fight the machines and ultimately destroy the Matrix and end the war.
Above all else, I think you deserve to watch “The Matrix” again because, in fact, it’s a wonderful action movie that still stands out and deserves to be surpassed by many minor efforts that have hit our screens since then.
Do I find mythology intriguing? Yes. Is the cast in excellent shape? Of course. Is the soundtrack wonderful? Absolutely. But if I had to think of one thing over the years, it would surely be exciting action set pieces.
I’d be lying if I said I was an expert on the types of media that influenced the Wachowskis, but from the first chase on Trinity’s roof to all the difficult situations Neo faces in his educational montage or Array, of course, their confrontations. Starring Agent Smith, it is an exciting adventure from the beginning.
The snippets are perfectly staged and blend with the franchise’s signature elements — even if you haven’t noticed “The Matrix,” you’ll have noticed or at least heard of “Bullet Time” — to shape a truly unique film.
Even if the images were as sharp as they might have looked when “The Matrix” first appeared on the scene, and its reputation would have arguably been somewhat tarnished by its succession of slightly smaller sequels, “The Matrix” itself remains a true piece of film history. .
It is an impeccably well-made film, which deserves its 4 Oscars and deserves to be noticed on the big screen. And, with all the talk about AI coming up as we speak, the story itself arguably feels more existential than before.
I revisited “The Matrix” after writing that play, and now I can’t wait to see the action later this year. And if this article makes you need to watch it again, you can stream “The Matrix” for free on Pluto. TV, at the time of writing.
Oh, and if I’m a big fan of sci-fi, one of my colleagues at Tom’s Guide recently pointed out that one of the most productive sci-fi videos of the last 20 years will return to theaters this holiday season, to commemorate its 10th anniversary.
Martin is a streaming editor at Tom’s Guide, which covers all things film and television. If it’s in the cinema or must be broadcast somewhere, you’ll probably see it. . . especially if it includes a dragon. Prior to joining the team, he was editor of What To Watch, where he wrote about a wide variety of shows, from “Doctor Who” and “The Witcher” to “Bridgerton” and “Love Island. “Must-watch movie or show, you’re probably in front of a screen betting massive role-playing games, reading, spending a fortune on trading card games, or watching the NFL.
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