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The Matrix (1999)

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A computer hacker learns from mysterious rebels about the true nature of his reality and his role in the war against its controllers.

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Won 4 Oscars.

Another 37 wins & 49 nominations.

Top Rated Movies #18

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Trivia

In an online interview when the film was first released, the Wachowskis revealed that they'd both take the Blue Pill when given Neo's choice.

Quotes

Cypher: Yeah.
Trinity: Is everything in place?
Cypher: You weren't supposed to relieve me.
Trinity: I know, but I felt like taking a shift.
Cypher: You like him, don't you? You like watching him.
Trinity: Don't be ridiculous.
Cypher: We're gonna kill him. You understand that?
Trinity: Morpheus believes he is the one...

Goofs

After Neo empties both pistols at Agent Jones but does not hit him, he screams "Trinity, help!" to his left. However, the prior shots establish that Trinity was standing to his right.

Crazy Credits

There are no opening credits beyond the production logos and the title.

Alternate Versions

Home video and television versions released after 2004, most notably The Ultimate Matrix Collection box set, and the 2010 Blu-Ray release, have a different color scheme from the 1999 theatrical and home video release. The real-world scenes are given a blue tint and scenes within the Matrix have a heavy green tint.

Soundtracks

Clubbed To Death (Kurayamino Mix)
Written by Rob Dougan
Performed by Rob Dougan (as Rob D)
Courtesy of A&M Records Limited/Universal - Island Records
Under License from Universal Music Special Markets

Storyline

Plot Summary

Synopsis (WARNING: Spoilers)

Genres

Action | Sci-Fi

Details

Release Date:

31 March 1999

Language

English

Country of Origin

USA

Filming Locations

AON Tower, Kent Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Box Office

Budget:

$63,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$27,788,331 (USA) (4 April 1999)

Gross:

$171,479,930 (USA)

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