A Few Big Surprises

Rating: 9/10 (7 April 1999)

This film delivers all that it promises. What is the Matrix? That is the question the movie answers, and when it does it really surprises.
The movie combines elements from the Terminator and movies such as the Truman Show or TV's Strange World. Surprisingly, however derivative it is, it is a very well executed movie. The acting is good, and the plot is very good. In fact, the story line provoked discussion with friends about living a lie all the way home from the movie theater. Of course, the FX are fantastic, that goes without saying.
Also, for an R rated movie, the Matrix has very little objectionable material in it. There isn't much cursing. The only reason I can think of for it's rating is the repeated shootings, and they aren't that bloody.
I highly recommend this movie! Go expecting some surprises!