Name: Martinez, Alliah Mae S.

Section: BSA 2A
Schedule: 8:00 – 9:30 M-W

“THE MATRIX”
The Matrix is a 1999 science fiction film written and directed by Wachowski, Lana and Lilly Wachowski.
The film is known for its innovative visual effects, especially the use of "bullet-time" photography, which
has since become iconic.

The story takes place in a dystopian future in which machines have occupied the world and enslaved
humanity. These machines use humans as a source of power, trapping them in a simulated reality called “the
matrix”, which resembles the late 20th century. The vast majority of people who live in the matrix do not
realize that their reality is a simulation. The film follows the protagonist, Neo, portrayed by Keanu Reeves, a
computer hacker who passes through the real-world under the name of “Neo”.Neo awakens to the truth
about the matrix by a group of rebels led by Morpheus,depictedby Laurence Fishburne.

Morpheus believes Neo is the only one, prophecy Savior who can manipulate the matrix and defeat the
machines. Neo and other members of Morpheus ‘crew, including Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) and Cypher
(Joe Pantoliano),embark on a mission to liberate humanity from the matrix. The film explores the themes of
reality ,identity and the nature of existence as Neo struggles with his new abilities and purposes. The film
includes the blur between reality and illusion, the search for self-discovery and purpose, and the
consequences of living in a world controlled by artificial intelligence. The film has had a major cultural
impact and continues to influence science fiction and popular culture. In a dystopian future, where machines
have conquered humanity, the world is dominated by sentient machines that keep human beings subjugated
in a simulated reality known as the matrix. The matrix is designed to look like the end of the 20th century,
and the majority of people who are connected to it do not realize that their lives are nothing more than an
artificial construction. The story follows Thomas Anderson, a computer hacker who operates under the alias
“Neo”.

Neo is disappointed with the world, looking for answers to a mysterious phrase, “the matrix”, which
continues to appear in his online research. His life takes a super real turn when he receives a mysterious
message on his computer, which leads him to a rebel group led by a charismatic figure called Morpheus .
Morpheus believes that Neo is “the one”, an individual prophesied with the power to manipulate
thematrixand break the chains of control of the machines. Neo initially sceptical, but decides to follow
Morpheus, and through a series of events he is removed from the Matrix and brought into the real world. In
the real world, Neo discovers that humanity is on the verge of extinction, living in underground cities,
battling the insidious machines. He joins Morpheus ‘crew, including the fearless Trinity and the sceptical
Cypher.
Neo receives rigorous training to understand and use his new abilities within the matrix, including
superhuman strength, agility and the ability to manipulate simulated reality. As Neo's training progresses, he
becomes increasingly aware of the deceptive nature of the matrix and the constant threat of agents, powerful
programs designed to protect the system. The group’s ultimate goal is to confront the source of the Matrix’s
power, a mysterious figure known as an architect, and free humanity from its slavery.

Neo, Trinity and Morpheus embark on a series of daring missions within the matrix, facing a variety of
unusual challenges and intense battles with agents. On the way, Neo develops a romantic relationship with
Trinity, and Morpheus ‘faith in Neo as “The One” never deviates. The film leads to a final confrontation
between Neo and Agent Smith, the most powerful agent. In a visually impressive battle, Neo eventually
defeats Smith and transcends the limits of the matrix. He calls the Machines and asks for the release of
humanity, and the film ends with the promise of a new beginning. The story is a blend of cyberpunk
and philosophy. It explores the nature of reality, free will, and the relationship between humans
and technology. The idea that the world we see might be an illusion created by machines is both intriguing
and thought- provoking. One of the central themes of “ The Matrix ” is the discrepancy between reality and
illusion. The Matrix itself is a fabricated reality, a simulated world created by machines to deceive humans.
People plugged into the Matrix experience what they perceive as the real world,
complete with sensitive experiences, feelings, and memories. This movie raises profound questions about
the nature of reality and how our perception can be manipulated.