Matrix Essay, Research Paper

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.