Alright everyone! Today is the day that we finally conclude the Matrix marathon in preparation for the fourth film in December of this year. The one, and only The Matrix Revolutions!
Plot: As Neo (Keanu Reeves), Trinity (Carrie-Ann Moss), Link (Harold Perrineau), Morpheus (Lawrence Fishburne), and the rest of the Matrix gang must prepare for what will hopefully be the final fight between themselves, and Agent Smith (Hugo Weaving), and the Machines of Machine City, the question remains as to whether Neo, and his crew will free the Matrix of Agent Smith, and his armies, or if Agent Smith, and the Machines will keep the Matrix in bondage forever.
Well, what shall we say about this third installment of The Matrix movie franchise? Well, this film may most likely be the best of the franchise. How on Earth this film got a lower rating on Rotten Tomatoes than the first two films is a mystery to me. All I will say is that The Matrix Revolutions, and it’s “rotten score” is a perfect example of why the general audience shouldn’t always take the word of professional critics, but go into a film like this one with an open mind. First off, there is a really good amount of symbolism scattered throughout this movie, most notably around the beginning, and near the end of this film. As for the the tragic moments, yes there may be more of those here than there seemed to be in the first two films. I mean, I for one, am not a fan of stories that end up being really, really sad at points. Then again, who is? Also, people will most likely be grief-stricken by what sad moments do occur in this movie. However, given the kind of film that this is, as well as the other two films, that’s most likely to be expected, wouldn’t you say? Not to mention that films like Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King, or the seventh/eighth Harry Potter ended up being more sad than their respective previous films, you know? Anyway, despite this Film maybe feeling slightly fast-paced at a couple points, The Matrix Revolutions, for the most part, is great at taking time to help the audience enjoy the suspenseful, and thrilling moments, take time to grieve at any sad moments that occur in this film, or even to savor the rather meaningful, and symbolic moments that occur in this film. Additionally, there are some potentially great messages in this film about being willing to carry on certain tasks no matter what kinds of circumstances may occur in one’s life, as well as having faith, and being hopeful that things will work out for the best in the end. Going along with that is how, just like with the very first Matrix film, there seem to be some really good parallels between this film, and the Bible, along with the whole of learning to have faith in God, no matter what good, or bad things may come out way. So that was a really nice touch. In addition to all of this, there are some rather surprising plot twists that occur over the course of this film. One most notable example is a potentially intriguing one that occurs around the climax of the film. I won’t give away what happens, but let’s just say that you will probably be surprised by how this particular plot twist near the end is handled. One final thing to mention is how the color palettes, visuals, and special effects are used in this movie as well. That is especially when it comes to seeing beautiful colors of the sky, and other aspects in that regard as well.
And that’s my review for The Matrix Revolutions. Even if this film may end up being more sad than the previous two films, the film is overall really enjoyable. I’m somewhat surprised by the fact that a fourth film is coming out in the next month, month and a half, sometime like that. That is considering the way things seemed to conclude here. Still, if the Wachowski Brothers have a good story intended for the upcoming fourth film, then let’s hope they know how to continue this franchise in the best way possible. For now, definitely see The Matrix Revolutions, along with the first, and second films. Not only would you be surprised, and intrigued by how good these stories are, as well as how much good action there is, but also by how much there is to unpack in these films, especially the first, and third films. Well, here’s hoping that anyone who hasn’t seen these films, but desire to will go into these movies with open minds.
Final Grade: A+
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