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The final installment in the Matrix trilogy brings the saga to a rousing conclusion, pitting the remnants of humanity against the mechanical minions of the Merovingian in all-out war. Sibling directors Andy and Larry Wachowski, whose previous entries in the series helped redefine action-oriented sci-fi movies, throw everything but the proverbial kitchen sink into this eye-popping sequel. As in the previous Matrix movies, the seemingly incongruous blending of sophisticated special-effects sequences with the screenplay's elliptical mysticism makes for a uniquely entertaining hybrid. All along we have been told that reluctant hero Neo (Keanu Reeves) is "The One," humanity's chosen savior, and he gets to prove it repeatedly. The climactic clash with his indefatigable adversary, Agent Smith (Hugo Weaving) looks like a live-action version of a comic-book battle, and it's one the film's many highlights. Also back again to fulfill their destinies are Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne) and Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss), who've been with Neo from the beginning of his struggles within the Matrix. Occasionally it appears as though the Wachowskis' reach has exceeded their grasp: some of the supporting characters are insufficiently developed, and the presence of Italian sex siren Monica Bellucci amounts to barely a cameo. But Revolutions never stints on the action, which includes extensive battle sequences that rate among the best ever attempted. As the grand finale of an epic trilogy, the movie may not have the most rewarding ending, but the exciting impact of The Matrix -- both on movies and pop culture in general -- remains undeniable. Ed Hulse

All Movie Guide

Shot back-to-back with The Matrix Reloaded, the third and final installment of Andy Wachowski and Larry Wachowski's sci-fi action saga picks up where the second film left off. Neo (Keanu Reeves) remains unconscious in the real world, caught in a mysterious subway station that lies between the machine world and the matrix, and Bane (Ian Bliss) is still a conduit for Agent Smith (Hugo Weaving), who continues to grow out of control, threatening to destroy both worlds. Meanwhile, as the sentinels get closer and closer to Zion, the citizens of the earth's last inhabited city prepare for the inevitable onslaught. By bargaining with The Merovingian (Lambert Wilson), Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) and Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne) are able to free Neo who, after meeting with The Oracle (Mary Alice stepping in for the late Gloria Foster), decides that he must leave Zion and head for the machine mainframe. As Neo and Trinity venture into the dangerous machine world, with hopes of stopping both the machines and Agent Smith, their comrades in Zion attempt to fight off the attacking sentinels with the odds stacked greatly against them. Other cast members returning include Monica Bellucci, Ngai Sing, and Harold Perrineau Jr. Matthew Tobey

Product Details

• UPC: 085393320928
• Source: WARNER HOME VIDEO
• Region Code: 1
• Presentation: Wide Screen
• Sound: Dolby Digital, Dolby AC-3 Surround Sound
• Editions: Subtitled, Dubbed
• Time: 2:09:00
• Sales Rank: 2,933

This DVD is also available as part of a box set:

• The Ultimate Matrix Collection
• Matrix Collection: 4 Film Favorites

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