Matrix
Here is the essay I think the uploader strung the sentences together so the
paragraphs are in one long line: As the world’s technological capabilities reach
increasingly impressive new heights, we are faced with new problems caused by
these new technological capabilities. Along with these newfound problems, such
as the now infamous Y2K, come the latest futuristic prophecies about the world’s
damnation due to the new technologies. Thus is the need for, and theory behind
the movie Matrix. The Matrix explores unthinkable realms of computer world
domination, human cultivation, and a specious reality so profoundly using
exceptional writing by brothers Andy and Larry Wachowski. This thought provoking
screenplay is based on the premise that cyberspace is becoming far too much the
center of our existence. Additionally the Wachowski brothers play on the idea
that the line between reality and virtual reality is getting a little too thin.
These ideas are so farfetched and mind-boggling that they lead one to stop for a
second to question one’s own sense of reality. This questioning of reality is a
byproduct of the brilliant filmmaking used to captivate the audience for an
incredible two and a quarter hour journey. While watching The Matrix, the pulse
is quickened, the eyes are dazzled, and the brain is twisted beyond recognition
several times over. One’s eyes are dazzled incessantly by numerous
computer-generated special effects. Among these aesthetically pleasing scenes
are the action packed martial arts scenes featuring the “always
lovable” Keanu Reeves. Although one is predetermined to question Reeves’
comic book-like kung fu sequences, on must sit back and be amazed by the
brothers Wachowski filming methods. The Wachowski’s filming methods allow them
to slow down sequences to show moves and actions normally made impossible by the
laws of physics. Additional scenes depict bullets as they are slowed down to a
crawl while the audience takes the vantage of the depth-defying characters
dodging these bullets. The audience watches as characters leap buildings and
virtually fly in hair- trigger quick movements that Hollywood was incapable of
depicting just two or three years ago. Simply put the visual display is
indescribable. The Matrix’s visual barrage should propel the art of filmmaking
into the next millennium. In addition to the exceptional writing and visual
depiction, the Matrix offers commendable acting. As an action movie, the Matrix
is not asked to have any dramatic performances. It’s simply expected to have
explosions, disastrous chases, and gun-driven violence, yet many of the actors
give surprising performances. The before mentioned Keanu Reeves, gives an
excellent performance as the geek-gone superhero, Neo, considering his resume`
of painful performances. Additionally, Carrie-Anne Moss gave a respectable
performance as Trinity, the behind kicking beauty. Also Lawrence Fishburne, cast
intelligently as Morpheus, brilliantly plays role of a futuristic Yoda trying to
get Neo to realize his potential as humanity’s savior. These performances
coupled with a career- defining performance from Hugo Weaving, the dark suited
“Men in Black” detective-type, add a dramatic flair to this already
promising movie. In conclusion, Andy and Larry Wachowski combine ingenious
writing, innovative filming, and good performances from a well-selected cast, to
make The Matrix more than just a movie, but rather an experience.
