The Matrix

The Matrix

Believe the unbelievable.

Directed by Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski

Produced by Village Roadshow Pictures, Groucho II Film Partnership

1999136 min8.3 / 10

A visually stunning, philosophically ambitious action thriller about reality, choice, and human liberation from machine control, driven by high-concept ideas and kinetic intensity.

Set in the 22nd century, The Matrix tells the story of a computer hacker who joins a group of underground insurgents fighting the vast and powerful computers who now rule the earth.

Essence

Ensemble

Like The Matrix

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as The Matrix

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like The Matrix, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like The Matrix, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like The Matrix, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.