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Matrix, The

Like many philosophers of old, Thomas Anderson (Keanu Reeves) wonders about life and the meaning of reality. The daytime computer programmer assumes a second identity by night (called Neo) and hacks systems hoping to uncover some answers. Unfortunately, all he finds is more questions after he meets the beautiful Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) and mysterious Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne). Read the review. »

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Run Time: 133
MPAA Rating: R
Video Release: 31 Mar 2009

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Matrix, The is rated R: for sci-fi violence and brief language.

Release Date: March 31, 1999

Because we only review G, PG, and PG-13 movies at Parent Previews we did not review this title. For your convenience, we have provided some brief information about the film’s synopsis and content.

Synopsis:

Like many philosophers of old, Thomas Anderson (Keanu Reeves) wonders about life and the meaning of reality. The daytime computer programmer assumes a second identity by night (called Neo) and hacks systems hoping to uncover some answers. Unfortunately, all he finds is more questions after he meets the beautiful Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) and mysterious Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne).

Studio: Warner Brothers Studio

Directors: Andy Wachowski and Larry Wachowski

Cast: Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Laurence Fishburne

Content Information:

This additional information about the movie’s content is taken from the notes of various Canadian Film Classification boards:

Violence:

- Frequent (and often extreme) violence.

Language:

- Coarse language.

Of Special Note:

This movie has enjoyed huge success, and has spawned two sequels: The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions.

Studio: 1999 Warner Brothers. Visit the official movie site.

Home Video Notes

The Matrix release on DVD May 15, 2007 and on Blu-ray Disc March 31,2009.

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