Stunningly visual

Rating: 7/10 (25 April 1999)

When I went to see The Matrix, I thought it was just going to be another effects movie. I was right, and I was wrong: this was THE effects movie! At least around here effects movies are not expected to have much in the way of story or characters, but the Matrix avoided both by introducing an edgy plot and some pretty decent characters. I agree that while Keanu is not an incredible actor, he does have a good look and style, which actually worked well. Laurence Fishburne was excellent, as always, and well casted. Last comment: I took my girlfriend to see this movie, and she actually got motion sick! says something about the effects, in my opinion.