What makes The Matrix a classic sci-fi film?

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The discussion centers on movies that viewers regretted watching, often expressing a strong dislike for films that are otherwise considered classics or highly rated. Participants shared their experiences of feeling disappointed after investing time or money in films like "2001: A Space Odyssey," "Easy Rider," and "Pearl Harbor." Remakes of classics, such as "The Honeymooners," were criticized for lacking originality, while sequels like "Nightmare on Elm Street" and "The Matrix" series sparked debate over their quality. Some participants defended the originality of "The Matrix," arguing it influenced many subsequent films, while others felt it relied too heavily on special effects. The conversation also touched on the perceived flaws in well-known films like "Citizen Kane" and "The Godfather" trilogy, with some asserting they found them overrated. Overall, the thread highlights a mix of nostalgia, disappointment, and differing opinions on what constitutes a "bad" movie, revealing a complex relationship between audience expectations and cinematic execution.
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Plastic Photon said:
Titanic - there is nothing like watching a movie you already know the ending to

My wife and I had a Video Store a couple of years ago and when this movie came in, one of our customers asked, "Does it have a happy ending?"
:smile: :smile: :smile:

Well, more than 1500 people died in the North Atlantic when a ship thought to be unsinkable sank in a very likely avoidable accident. I'd say "NO!"
 
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Evo said:
Tron was about a guiy that gut sucked into a video game, he knew he was in a video game and he had to find a way to get out. I loved Tron, but I can't see any comparison to the Matrix.
I see the comparison in that they were both part of a computer system and their main purpose was to free that system and to return to reality. Flynn and Neo both started out as degenerate computer programmers/hackers...I realize they weren't identical, but I think there is at least a parallel there. I can see how they could have started with Tron as an idea and expanded on it.

Ivan said:
I don't find special effects entertaining for their own sake; ie. they have their place, and great special effects can help to make a great movie greater, but I walked out of Matrix feeling as though the entire movie was really just a special effects showcase.

And Descartes did it first.
I agree with the special effects. They have their place. I was not a huge fan of how much wire work they did for the stunts. I was also not a huge fan of the huge gun battles where a million rounds are fired and only the bad guys get hit. I thought it was entertaining.

You'll have to explain the Descartes reference. I'm not that well read.
 

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