Once is not enough

Rating: 10/10 (3 June 1999)

The first time I saw The Matrix, on opening night, I entered the theater with no expectations. I had seen its commercial during the Superbowl, and all I knew was that it starred Keanu Reeves and some really cool-looking effects. Even though the people behind me were having a loud, in-depth conversation, it didn't bother me. I thought, "I came here to watch some cool effects, not listen to the story." I was not disappointed. I was so dazzled by the look of the movie, that I didn't even notice that it actually had a story. I came home and told my friends, "Sure, it has no plot, but it's definitely worth seeing." I was unenlightened.
Over the next few days, my husband kept bringing up ideas that were explored in the movie, biblical, literary, and cinematic references, etc, and I realized that I needed to see it again. The second time, I experienced it, rather than just watched it. I was enthralled. Now I feel compelled to see it again about once a week, saying, "I've got to see it one more time before it leaves the theaters for good!" I'm up to 4 viewings now, seeing something new every time.