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The Matrix

The Matrix

March 31, 1999· 2h 16m
Cinemagraphs Score8.9

Set in the 22nd century, The Matrix tells the story of a computer hacker who joins a group of underground insurgents fighting the vast and powerful computers who now rule the earth.

Critics Sentiment

Critics8.9
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20 reviews·Last updated 1mo ago
Peak Moment

Neo resurrects and destroys Smith with newfound powers

9.8at 2h 13m
Lowest Moment

Cypher betrays the crew to Agent Smith

7.8at 1h 35m
Biggest Swing

The film recovers from Cypher's predictable betrayal subplot to deliver the universally acclaimed lobby shootout sequence.

The Matrix maintains exceptionally high audience sentiment throughout, with reviewers consistently praising its revolutionary visual effects, philosophical depth, and groundbreaking action sequences. The film peaks with its climactic sequences where Neo fully realizes his potential, while the only notable dip occurs during the more conventional betrayal subplot. Critics universally regard it as a genre-defining masterpiece that successfully balances spectacular action with intelligent themes.

20 reviews analyzed|Sources: Tmdb, Imdb
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Trinity fights Agents in the opening sequence
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Thomas Anderson lives his double life as Neo
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Morpheus offers Neo the red or blue pill
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Morpheus reveals the truth about the Matrix to Neo
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Neo visits the Oracle who questions his destiny
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Cypher betrays the crew to Agent Smith⬇ Lowest moment
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Neo and Trinity assault the lobby to rescue Morpheus
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Neo resurrects and destroys Smith with newfound powers⬆ Peak moment
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