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[batfan08]

The Twilight Zone-9/10

"You want to see something reeeeeeeeallly scary?"

 

[pturtle]

Have you guys seen The Animatrix? Such an amazing prequel.

Yup, I own the Ultimate Matrix Collectors Edition haha.

It's a shame we never got more stories in this form, the franchise as whole is pretty dead now, but this series has so much potential, even the comics were great.

 

[karamazov80]

Frank: 7.5/10

 

[GasparZizou]

Have you guys seen The Animatrix? Such an amazing prequel.

I don't own it, but they aired it on TV when I was a kid in a Matrix special, I don't remember a lot of it, but I do remember I liked it a lot.

 

[Jameson Rook]

Only seen The Matrix once or twice, never saw the third movie or the Animatrix. I heard it's symbolic and means stuff..

 

[ChaserFan]

The Imitation Game - 9.5/10

 

[Solidus]

Yup, I own the Ultimate Matrix Collectors Edition haha.

It's a shame we never got more stories in this form, the franchise as whole is pretty dead now, but this series has so much potential, even the comics were great.

Man, I need to get the films on Blu Ray. The Animatrix had so many interesting short stories, that could have made some great movies. But, I think what's truly a shame, was that the trilogy ended the way it did with Revolutions. This series really deserves another trilogy.

I don't own it, but they aired it on TV when I was a kid in a Matrix special, I don't remember a lot of it, but I do remember I liked it a lot.

Watch it again! The Second Renaissance will especially keep you awake at night...

Only seen The Matrix once or twice, never saw the third movie or the Animatrix. I heard it's symbolic and means stuff..

Hey! I love the Martix!

Mr. Algia Critic brings some good points, though. There were so many, but a few of them stood out for me. When I first saw the movie back in 98, it was immediately noticeable how Trinity was as interesting as cardboard. The entire "I love you scene" was definitely forced (in every sense of the word) because there was an obvious lack of chemistry between her and Neo in the entire film.

Also, the Agents lost track of people way too easily, when they're supposed to see the entire Matrix as code. So, with that said, couldn't they have just located Neo by seeing his "code" through the cubicle wall?

There were certainly some things that could have been done better. But, overall, it was a fantastic action movie that genuinely attempted break the fourth-wall with a practical philosophical discourse on Socrates' "Cave" analogy from "The Republic". I thought the special effects were also pretty advanced for the time, too (gotta LOVE those bullet time scenes ).

As for Mr. Alria Critic's last question, about, "what's the purpose of the Matrix?". Why couldn't the machines have just lobotomized everyone to harness their body energy, without putting them in a perpetual dream state? Well, the Second Renaissance I and II from The Animatrix pretty much answers that. When the AIs became advanced and self-aware, they manufactured more of their own kind, and they built a huge metropolis for themselves. But, they essentially wanted two things: (1) For the U.N to recognize their newly founded nation, and (2) To live in peace, side-by-side with humans. However, long story short, humanity couldn't accept the machines as sentient beings, and it eventually lead to a very gruesome war, that the machines won.

But, the key take-away from this, is that the machines always wanted to live in peace with humanity - they were never the aggressors. And all things considered, they created the Matrix as the only practical way for them and humans to co-exist. Sure, they did trap everyone inside of artificial wombs, to harness their body heat. But, the artificial world of Matrix isn't really a bad place at all, depending on one's perspective .

 

[Jameson Rook]

Man, I need to get the films on Blu Ray. The Animatrix had so many interesting short stories, that could have made some great movies. But, I think what's truly a shame, was that the trilogy ended the way it did with Revolutions. This series really deserves another trilogy.



Watch it again! The Second Renaissance will especially keep you awake at night...



Hey! I love the Martix!

Mr. Algia Critic brings some good points, though. There were so many, but a few of them stood out for me. When I first saw the movie back in 98, it was immediately noticeable how Trinity was as interesting as cardboard. The entire "I love you scene" was definitely forced (in every sense of the word) because there was an obvious lack of chemistry between her and Neo in the entire film.

Also, the Agents lost track of people way too easily, when they're supposed to see the entire Matrix as code. So, with that said, couldn't they have just located Neo by seeing his "code" through the cubicle wall?

There were certainly some things that could have been done better. But, overall, it was a fantastic action movie that genuinely attempted break the fourth-wall with a practical philosophical discourse on Socrates' "Cave" analogy from "The Republic". I thought the special effects were also pretty advanced for the time, too (gotta LOVE those bullet time scenes ).

As for Mr. Alria Critic's last question, about, "what's the purpose of the Matrix?". Why couldn't the machines have just lobotomized everyone to harness their body energy, without putting them in a perpetual dream state? Well, the Second Renaissance I and II from The Animatrix pretty much answers that. When the AIs became advanced and self-aware, they manufactured more of their own kind, and they built a huge metropolis for themselves. But, they essentially wanted two things: (1) For the U.N to recognize their newly founded nation, and (2) To live in peace, side-by-side with humans. However, long story short, humanity couldn't accept the machines as sentient beings, and it eventually lead to a very gruesome war, that the machines won.

But, the key take-away from this, is that the machines always wanted to live in peace with humanity - they were never the aggressors. And all things considered, they created the Matrix as the only practical way for them and humans to co-exist. Sure, they did trap everyone inside of artificial wombs, to harness their body heat. But, the artificial world of Matrix isn't really a bad place at all, depending on one's perspective .

Well, I do have to catch up on these Matrix movies. My only real criticism of the movies based off my really limited knowledge of them is how nauseatingly tinted the visuals are, I feel nauseous with all the green. The other would be how serious these characters take themselves.

I think I should get the blu ray set, just to see what I've been missing. Was there any word of a sequel to the third movie?

Anyway, Mr. Algia Critic is covering the whole series this month, I wonder if I should watch them without seeing the movies first?

 

[Solidus]

Well, I do have to catch up on these Matrix movies. My only real criticism of the movies based off my really limited knowledge of them is how nauseatingly tinted the visuals are, I feel nauseous with all the green. The other would be how serious these characters take themselves.

I think I should get the blu ray set, just to see what I've been missing. Was there any word of a sequel to the third movie?

Anyway, Mr. Algia Critic is covering the whole series this month, I wonder if I should watch them without seeing the movies first?

No kidding, the main colors for the visuals were black and green for some reason, I never understood why. And like Mr. Algia Critic said, there's definitely a lot of "Nolaning" going on with the character monologues. It gets even worse (horribly worse) with the second movie, Reloaded. But, I give it a pass, because it's mostly the machines doing the long-winded talking, and being non-human entities (that don't talk the way we do) they can be as patronizing as they want .

If I have to sum it up: the first two movies are great, Revolutions was a terrible conclusion, and The Animatrix was the best thing since sliced bread. I'd say you should definitely give them a watch before looking at Mr. Algia Critic's reviews (just to avoid spoilers).

I'm not sure if a sequel is still planned by The Wachowski Brothers (f political correctness)...

 

[Jameson Rook]

No kidding, the main colors for the visuals were black and green for some reason, I never understood why. And like Mr. Algia Critic said, there's definitely a lot of "Nolaning" going on with the character monologues. It gets even worse (horribly worse) with the second movie, Reloaded. But, I give it a pass, because it's mostly the machines doing the long-winded talking, and being non-human entities (that don't talk the way we do) they can be as patronizing as they want .

If I have to sum it up: the first two movies are great, Revolutions was a terrible conclusion, and The Animatrix was the best thing since sliced bread. I'd say you should definitely give them a watch before looking at Mr. Algia Critic's reviews (just to avoid spoilers).

I'm not sure if a sequel is still planned by The Wachowski Brothers (f political correctness)...

Well at least now I know what I'm in for. I'll definitely dig up the DVDs that I think I still have by this weekend then. Lastly, did the third movie killed the franchise or something? Nowadays I'm hard pressed to find hardcore fans, collectibles or 1/6 figures, continuations, nuthin. Why is that?

 

[cmiller99]

well at least now i know what i'm in for. I'll definitely dig up the dvds that i think i still have by this weekend then. Lastly, did the third movie killed the franchise or something? Nowadays i'm hard pressed to find hardcore fans, collectibles or 1/6 figures, continuations, nuthin. Why is that?

Listen up Hot Toys!

 

[cmiller99]

Spirited Away 10/10

The greatest praise that I can give this movie is that all I can think about is where that one way train went...

 

[ChaserFan]

Fargo - 9.5/10

 

[Gates70]

No kidding, the main colors for the visuals were black and green for some reason, I never understood why. And like Mr. Algia Critic said, there's definitely a lot of "Nolaning" going on with the character monologues. It gets even worse (horribly worse) with the second movie, Reloaded. But, I give it a pass, because it's mostly the machines doing the long-winded talking, and being non-human entities (that don't talk the way we do) they can be as patronizing as they want .

If I have to sum it up: the first two movies are great, Revolutions was a terrible conclusion, and The Animatrix was the best thing since sliced bread. I'd say you should definitely give them a watch before looking at Mr. Algia Critic's reviews (just to avoid spoilers).

I'm not sure if a sequel is still planned by The Wachowski Brothers (f political correctness)...

The visuals weren't all like that. Only in the Matrix. In the outside world they were normal.

 

[karamazov80]

Falcon Rising: 7.5/10

Pleasantly surprised by this one. Jai White has the look and skills to be doing this in theatrical action flicks. Straightforward, satisfying action movie with a lot of the classic action movie cliches. He's an unbeatable former military badass with lots of baggage, and a sister who has to be avenged. Done pretty damn well all things considered, though of course, some shakycam that wasn't needed. I'm looking forward to the inevitable DTV sequel!

 

[rushmore223]

Only seen The Matrix once or twice, never saw the third movie or the Animatrix. I heard it's symbolic and means stuff..

And I thought I was alone all ths time. One difference between myself and the critic, is I Hate the Matrix.

 

[Sweet Rabbit]

Frozen - 3/10

 

[GasparZizou]

Matrix Revolutions 8.5/10 Why does this have a 36 on RT again?

geezus.

 

[The Clown Prince of Crime]

Matrix Revolutions 8.5/10 Why does this have a 36 on RT again?

geezus.

I like the whole trilogy and I thought part 2 and 3 were good. Maybe people were expecting something different? I know I was, but I can accept those films for what the are, not what I wanted them to be.

 

[pturtle]

Man, I need to get the films on Blu Ray. The Animatrix had so many interesting short stories, that could have made some great movies. But, I think what's truly a shame, was that the trilogy ended the way it did with Revolutions. This series really deserves another trilogy.



Watch it again! The Second Renaissance will especially keep you awake at night...



Hey! I love the Martix!

Mr. Algia Critic brings some good points, though. There were so many, but a few of them stood out for me. When I first saw the movie back in 98, it was immediately noticeable how Trinity was as interesting as cardboard. The entire "I love you scene" was definitely forced (in every sense of the word) because there was an obvious lack of chemistry between her and Neo in the entire film.

Also, the Agents lost track of people way too easily, when they're supposed to see the entire Matrix as code. So, with that said, couldn't they have just located Neo by seeing his "code" through the cubicle wall?

There were certainly some things that could have been done better. But, overall, it was a fantastic action movie that genuinely attempted break the fourth-wall with a practical philosophical discourse on Socrates' "Cave" analogy from "The Republic". I thought the special effects were also pretty advanced for the time, too (gotta LOVE those bullet time scenes ).

As for Mr. Alria Critic's last question, about, "what's the purpose of the Matrix?". Why couldn't the machines have just lobotomized everyone to harness their body energy, without putting them in a perpetual dream state? Well, the Second Renaissance I and II from The Animatrix pretty much answers that. When the AIs became advanced and self-aware, they manufactured more of their own kind, and they built a huge metropolis for themselves. But, they essentially wanted two things: (1) For the U.N to recognize their newly founded nation, and (2) To live in peace, side-by-side with humans. However, long story short, humanity couldn't accept the machines as sentient beings, and it eventually lead to a very gruesome war, that the machines won.

But, the key take-away from this, is that the machines always wanted to live in peace with humanity - they were never the aggressors. And all things considered, they created the Matrix as the only practical way for them and humans to co-exist. Sure, they did trap everyone inside of artificial wombs, to harness their body heat. But, the artificial world of Matrix isn't really a bad place at all, depending on one's perspective .

I get why most people hate Revolutions, but outside of a few badly acted scenes and at times giving too much camera time to characters that nobody cared about, I think it was an almost perfect ending to the trilogy. I love how it didn’t end like everyone wanted, or expected. The Wachowski’s should be commended by going with that ending, and sticking with their vision of the film.

Awesome breakdown of the Matrix by the way.

Matrix Revolutions 8.5/10 Why does this have a 36 on RT again?

geezus.

Glad you enjoyed Gasp!

I just don’t get why people think its a bad movie, I can understand disappointing, or even not liking it based on the direction the Wachowski bros went in, but I don’t see whats bad about the movie. Sure, you have to watch it a few times to really understand what happened at the end, but everything was on par with Reloaded, the action, philosophical themes and questions, and unlike Reloaded it had an actual ending.

Eventually I hope the Wachowski Bros come back and make more films. I would love to see a prequel trilogy, or see what happened after Revolution’s ending with the Humans and Machines peace treaty.

The Rumors are that the Wachowski’s had to agree to make more Matrix films in order to get that insane budget for Jupiter Ascending. Hopefully thats true.

I like the whole trilogy and I thought part 2 and 3 were good. Maybe people were expecting something different? I know I was, but I can accept those films for what the are, not I wanted them to be.

This is exactly what I think turned people off to the sequels. There are movies that I don’t like but still recognize are good, most people associate not liking something with bad.