The Matrix is about as close to perfect as a film can get. It revolutionized visuals with its use of CGI and new camera techniques and told an inspiring and almost universally-liked story. Its sequels spent a bit of the goodwill the original film had earned, but 22 years later, The Matrix is considered to be one of the most influential and critically acclaimed…
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Actors at least seem to be having fun.
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Decent plot underneath all the "subtext."
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We know Lana, you didn't want to make the film.
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Critiques Hollywood's cynicism by being ultra-cynical.
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Picks up and drops plot threads like a bad sewing machine.
