should have been nominated for best screenplay

Rating: 10/10 (12 March 2000)

I am surprised that this movie has not got any recognition for its original screenplay and for direction. For those people who say that the movie has great special effects, I say that they have missed the whole point. Sure, Starship Trooper had great special effects, but what makes the Matrix so compelling is the plot and screenplay.
The idea that we are living in a make-believe world, and not even aware of it, is a fallout of the concept of Maya, or Illusion. I am surprised that a two guys from the west could articulate this theory so well. This movie works at a higher level, and those who get it will enjoy the movie much more.