AWESOME

Rating: 10/10 (28 December 2000)

[Beware SPOILERS!!]
Totally captivating and very thought-provoking - had to watch it again straightaway! Fishburne and Moss especially are superb and the contrast between the dark "real world" and the brightness of the Matrix is very effective. Sure it is leaves a few explanations to be desired (eg Where is the Oracle in the 'real world'?) and it wouldnt be too difficult to pick holes in the plot (eg Why dont the machines just kill Neo when he 'wakes up'? Why isn't all the rebels' equipment destroyed by their blast bomb?), but given the film's premise this is hardly surprising and it certainly does not detract from the immense enjoyment! 10 out of 10.