The Matrix (1999)

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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.

Director: Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
Genre: Action, Science Fiction
Runtime: 136 min
Release Date:
Filmori Rating: 4.3/5 (3 ratings)
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Don Davis
Cinematography: Bill Pope
Editing: Zach Staenberg
Production: Village Roadshow Pictures, Groucho II Film Partnership, Silver Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $63M
Box Office: $464M
Original Language: en

Themes

Martial Arts Showdown, Cyberpunk Fever: Neon Lights and Underworld, Martial Arts and Action, Visions of Future and Technology, Action-Packed Excitement

Keywords

man vs machine, martial arts, kung fu, dreams, fortune teller, artificial intelligence (a.i.), saving the world, hacker, self sacrifice, virtual reality, fight, prophecy, truth, philosophy, dystopia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Matrix about?
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.
Who directed The Matrix?
The Matrix was directed by Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski.
Who stars in The Matrix?
The Matrix stars Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, Gloria Foster, Joe Pantoliano.
How long is The Matrix?
The Matrix has a runtime of 2h 16m (136 minutes).
What genre is The Matrix?
The Matrix is a Action, Science Fiction film.
What is the Filmori rating for The Matrix?
The Matrix has a Filmori rating of 4.3/5 based on 3 ratings.
What is the budget of The Matrix?
The Matrix had a budget of $63M.
How much did The Matrix gross?
The Matrix grossed $464M worldwide.
Where was The Matrix produced?
The Matrix was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of The Matrix?
The themes of The Matrix include: Martial Arts Showdown, Cyberpunk Fever: Neon Lights and Underworld, Martial Arts and Action, Visions of Future and Technology, Action-Packed Excitement.