The bar for action movies has been set

Rating: 10/10 (27 May 2008)

This is one of the true classics of the late 90's (the cyber age). If you're a sci-fi fan, you'll love this movie. If you're an action movie fan you'll still love this movie. The Matrix, not only has razzle and dazzle for the viewer's eyes, but plenty to chew on for the viewer's mind as well. There's a lot of philosophy brought into this movie that left me more than just pleased. This movie is almost seamless (is perfection ever achieved in art... especially in the medium of cinema?) with the technical aspects, story and underlining philosophical social political implications that are brought to the table. This movie has made it's deep footprint on cinema, and if you've ever been curious as to why that is, you will not be disappointed when you discover The Matrix. Note: you do not have to watch the sequels to be more satisfied with the original. In fact the original stands on its own two feet better than it does with the help of its successors. Watch and watch carefully, because this movie gets deep, but not too deep, and leaves viewers with plenty to ponder as well as being satisfied with a stunningly beautifully made technical achievement that'll have your jaws dropping.