Good film, Great effects.

Rating: 9/10 (16 October 2001)

What can I say, this really is a good film. From start to finish you're on the edge of the seat, the plot is surprisingly original (the TV adverts don't give away much). The opening scene is very good, an action packed scene with the mysterious Trinity and the equally mysterious "Agents". The whole film has this 90's conspiracy theory feel to it, the scene in the interogation room is a bit dark and intimedating, 1984 style. The scene where Neo meets Morpheus is also very atmospheric and dark. The effects are, well revolutionary, the use of bullet time photography is incredible I hope this technique is used more often in films, it really improved the fight scenes. Even without BT photography the fight scenes still look incredible, the govt. lobby scene to mention but a few. The plot is very good, without spoiling it its a kind of alternative reality type plot, the closest film that is similar that springs to mind is The 13th Floor but its only vaguely similar. There are however a few inconsistancies in the plot which reduce the credibility which is disappointing. But those aside its still a terrific film a must see for any action fan. 9/10.