The "Star Wars" of the 90's

Rating: 9/10 (23 September 1999)

"The Matrix" is arguably the most imaginative Science Fiction vision ever brought to life on the big screen. Combine that vision with incredible action, special effects and acting, and you have a movie that transcends its genre. The Matrix, like Star Wars was in 1977, is 5-10 years ahead of its time. Is it Science Fiction? Mythology? An action film? You decide. Once again, like Star Wars, I feel that it's a combination of all three. Like Star Wars, it's a perfect 10/10. And like Star Wars (and Blade Runner), it will become a cult classic in the years to come. Superlative, imaginative filmmaking. If you haven't seen it yet, prepare yourself for the ride of your life.