The Matrix
Cutting-edge visuals and production design feature in this mind altering tale about a computer hacker (Keanu Reeves) who discovers he is living an illusion maintained by computers that control the world. Teaming up with Laurence Fishburne, they lead the fight to free mankind in "The Matrix". This riveting cyberthriller was written and directed by the makers of "Bound". Followed by "The Matrix Reloaded" and "The Matrix Revolutions".
Year: 1999
Genre: Alice's 500 Greatest Films, Science Fiction, Best of the 1990s, Empire Mag's Greatest 201, Spiritual Cinema, Save Me!, Alice Members' Top 100, Movies (1001 You Must See Before You Die), Adam's Favourites, Action
Country: USA
Director: The Wachowski Brothers
Starring: Laurence Fishburne, Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Joe Pantoliano, Hugo Weaving
Duration: 131 Minutes
Rating: M - Contains medium level violence.
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