Apple TVThe Matrix Reloaded (2003)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.0
Overview
The Resistance builds in numbers as humans are freed from the Matrix and brought to the city of Zion. Neo discovers his superpowers, including the ability to see the code inside the Matrix. With machine sentinels digging to Zion in 72 hours, Neo, Morpheus and Trinity must find the Keymaker to ultimately reach the Source.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Buddhism: Positive
Christianity: Positive
Hinduism: Positive
Overview
The Resistance builds in numbers as humans are freed from the Matrix and brought to the city of Zion. Neo discovers his superpowers, including the ability to see the code inside the Matrix. With machine sentinels digging to Zion in 72 hours, Neo, Morpheus and Trinity must find the Keymaker to ultimately reach the Source.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central conflict involves liberation from systemic control, a theme often associated with left-leaning critiques. However, 'The Matrix Reloaded' deeply explores free will versus determinism and critiques how even revolutionary paths can be co-opted by systems of control, leading to a nuanced philosophical stance that transcends clear left or right political alignment.
The movie features a visibly diverse cast that is integral to its original world-building, rather than explicit recasting of established roles. Its narrative focuses on a broader struggle against an oppressive system, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities.
Secondary
The film features Trinity, a highly skilled martial artist, who engages in and wins multiple close-quarters physical fights against male opponents. Her victories are achieved through martial arts and physical combat.
The film depicts core Buddhist philosophical concepts such as the illusory nature of reality (the Matrix) and the path to enlightenment or awakening. Neo's journey is one of transcending illusion to perceive truth, aligning with the pursuit of liberation and understanding.
The film portrays messianic themes and archetypes, central to Christian theology, through Neo's role as a savior figure who performs miracles and makes a sacrificial journey for humanity's salvation. The narrative treats these themes with reverence, aligning with virtues of selflessness and hope.
The film incorporates Hindu philosophical concepts, particularly Maya (the illusory world) and the cyclical nature of existence, as explained by the Architect regarding the Matrix's reloads and the recurring 'One.' These ideas are presented as fundamental truths within the narrative.
The film does not explicitly feature identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. While the directors are openly LGBTQ+, and the franchise has been subject to queer interpretations, these elements are not overtly present in the plot or character depictions of The Matrix Reloaded.
The Matrix Reloaded is a direct sequel to The Matrix, with all returning major characters maintaining their established genders from the previous film. No new characters introduced in this installment are gender-swapped from prior canonical sources.
The Matrix Reloaded is a direct sequel where all returning characters maintain their established race from the previous installment. New characters introduced in this film do not have prior canonical racial depictions to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.2
7.1
Critic Ratings
7.4
6.2
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