This will blow you away.

Rating: 10/10 (16 April 1999)

After seeing the trailers for this movie (especially the one where they play Enigma to the slow motion action sequences), I was over-excited to see this movie. Once it finally came out, I walked into the theater with high expectations. The movie far exceeded my expectations. What we have here is a masterpiece of filmmaking. It is visually, as well as intellectually, stimulating. It's a special effects ride with a storyline, an actual plot. The special effects don't get in the way of the story, they enhance it. The action sequences were amazing. The slow-motion technique used throughout the movie gave me chills. The Jackie Chan/Bruce Lee-like martial arts sequences will leave you smiling and wanting more. I felt myself tensing and holding my breath throughout the whole film. And the bullets!! They speak for themselves! The cinematography was perfect. I loved every camera angle, every shot, every extreme close up-fast out, in this movie. The acting of everyone was very well done. Say what you will about Keanu Reeves' acting ability, he did a good job with this movie. He had the perfect look for the character he played. This movie is highly recommended to anyone who is even the smallest fan of sci-fi, cyberpunk, film noir. It will blow your mind.