What is the Matrix?

Rating: 8/10 (29 November 2001)

What is the Matrix? The question upon many people's lips, and on the side of a few buses in Melbourne, I can tell you. Well.I could tell you the answer to that question, but then I would have to kill you. You understand?
The Matrix, besides being abundant in awesome special effects (mainly computer generated) also has quite a fictional tale to tell. The story, without giving too much away, was very computer orientated, a little confusing if not paid attention to, fast moving and a little frightening to wrap your mind around. Unfortunately I don't think I can say much more without giving too much away. "Oh, come on," you're going. No, sorry, I really can't.
This movie was shot in Sydney (so my friends tell me) and quite a few Aussie actors make appearances, including Hugo Weaving (Jurassic Park) and Matt Doran (ex-Home and Away). Keanu Reeves (even though I don't really think that much of him) was pretty good in the leading role and depicted his character as a type of enigma, probably leaving most of the audience to wonder if.right until the end.
After seeing this film and walking out of the theatre, I took a look around me and couldn't help but think, "Is this real?" Definitely one of those movies that leave you thinking, "But, what if it's real?"
If you were pondering the thought of seeing this movie, I would definitely suggest that you see it in a large theatre, with a huge screen and surround sound (or whatever you call it), definitely adds to the atmosphere.
I give it 4 wide, uncomprehending eyes. (4/5)