The Matrix review
54 The Matrix
Rewatch. The first of the Matrix films. A hacker calling himself 'Neo' discovers that the world is not what it appears to be. In fact he finds that it is a simulation, after he takes a red pill given to him by 'Morpheus'. He is then introduced to the real world by Morpheus and Trinity. This part of the movie is quite well presented, introducing the concepts of the movie very well, including that Neo is considered to be 'the One'. Neo's wonder at this (and Morpheus' belief) is presented very well. Keanu is a good actor, despite what detractors may say.
He shows a wide range of emotions, especially when introduced to the Nebuchadnezzar. This sequence is done quite well. (Overall, the introduction to the real world is very well done too, the depiction of the pods is quite interesting. The set design was well done.) This portion of the film is well written (as is the entire film, but that is an aside). Overall the entire sequence was done rather well. Neo's befuddlement at the situation (that is when he wakes up in the Nebuchadnezzar) was done rather well.
But that's not all of the film after Neo finds out the truth. (Only a very small part.) The middle of the film, where Neo finds out more about the Matrix, and finds out about the Agents, is also rather good. The scene where Neo finds out about deja vu being the result of Agents changing something was well written. It was a great way of introducing the concept, and it leads into the meeting with the Oracle and the capture of Morpheus. The interaction with the Oracle is very well written, although some aspects aren't that well explained.
However it is the ending that is particularly good. The 'bullet time' as Neo confronts the Agents was an inspired piece of cinematography. A great way of showing someone reacting at superhuman speeds. The rest of the confrontation, defeat of Smith and rescue of Morpheus was also written well. The end line is rather good (and it also allowed for the sequels). Overall, a well written and directed film. 9/10.
Rewatch. The first of the Matrix films. A hacker calling himself 'Neo' discovers that the world is not what it appears to be. In fact he finds that it is a simulation, after he takes a red pill given to him by 'Morpheus'. He is then introduced to the real world by Morpheus and Trinity. This part of the movie is quite well presented, introducing the concepts of the movie very well, including that Neo is considered to be 'the One'. Neo's wonder at this (and Morpheus' belief) is presented very well. Keanu is a good actor, despite what detractors may say.
He shows a wide range of emotions, especially when introduced to the Nebuchadnezzar. This sequence is done quite well. (Overall, the introduction to the real world is very well done too, the depiction of the pods is quite interesting. The set design was well done.) This portion of the film is well written (as is the entire film, but that is an aside). Overall the entire sequence was done rather well. Neo's befuddlement at the situation (that is when he wakes up in the Nebuchadnezzar) was done rather well.
But that's not all of the film after Neo finds out the truth. (Only a very small part.) The middle of the film, where Neo finds out more about the Matrix, and finds out about the Agents, is also rather good. The scene where Neo finds out about deja vu being the result of Agents changing something was well written. It was a great way of introducing the concept, and it leads into the meeting with the Oracle and the capture of Morpheus. The interaction with the Oracle is very well written, although some aspects aren't that well explained.
However it is the ending that is particularly good. The 'bullet time' as Neo confronts the Agents was an inspired piece of cinematography. A great way of showing someone reacting at superhuman speeds. The rest of the confrontation, defeat of Smith and rescue of Morpheus was also written well. The end line is rather good (and it also allowed for the sequels). Overall, a well written and directed film. 9/10.