The most entertaining and energetic action adventure of the 90's.

Rating: Null/10 (2 September 1999)

"The Matrix" is, without a doubt, the most entertaining and energetic action adventure of the 90's. The action sequences are absolutely mind-blowing and inventive. It is, in a word, AWESOME. And now, a few words of discomfort. This film has major loopholes in the plot. It left so many questions and possibilities open-ended. The film drags for about an hour while the characters go through and explain the plot. Keanu Reeves is NOT the greatest actor on the planet, and, at a crucial moment in the movie, it abandons its potential in plotting and becomes a standard action picture. But, you know what? I really didn't care. Once again, the action sequences and special effects are top-notch and involving. I give major credit to the film's directors, whose previous outing "Bound," was much heavier in plot, character development and pay-off; a much more superior motion picture. The film is still playing in second-run theatres and will be out on video September 21st. Buy the DVD for extra "goodies" about the production and a running audio commentary by the filmmakers.