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Movie Info

Release Date: March 31, 1999
Runtime: 136 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (9)
Genres:
Action Science Fiction
Budget: $63,000,000
Revenue: $463,517,383
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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83%
Tomatometer
73
73/100
Metacritic
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8.2/10
TMDB
27,574 votes
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8.7/10
IMDb
2,236,888 votes
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The Matrix

1999

"Reality is a choice, freedom is a fight."

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Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 3/5
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Box Office

Budget: $63,000,000
Revenue: $463,517,383
Profit $400,517,383
ROI +635.7% (7.4x)

Movies from The Matrix Collection

The Matrix collection depicts a complex science fiction story incorporating many philosophical elements. Written and directed by the Wachowskis and produced by Joel Silver.

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The Matrix is directed by Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski .

Keywords

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Trivia & Fun Facts about The Matrix

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  • During the production, Keanu Reeves trained in martial arts for four months to prepare for his role as Neo, which contributed to the film's realistic fight choreography.

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  • The character of Morpheus was originally offered to actor Will Smith, who turned it down to star in 'Wild Wild West' instead.

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  • In one scene, a character is seen wearing a shirt that says 'Matrix' on it, which was a nod to the film's title but went largely unnoticed by audiences.

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  • The Matrix features a notable connection to the film 'Dark City', as both movies explore themes of reality manipulation and feature similar visual aesthetics.

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  • In one scene, Neo's reflection in a mirror appears to ripple, which was a practical effect created using a combination of real mirrors and digital effects, showcasing the film's innovative approach to visual storytelling.

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  • A continuity error occurs when Neo's glasses disappear and reappear between shots during the same scene, which has been noted by attentive viewers.

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