The Matrix (1999)

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Set in the 22nd century, The Matrix tells the story of a computer hacker who joins a group of underground insurgents fighting the vast and powerful computers who now rule the earth.

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Ghost in the Shell
Ghost in the Shell (1995)1
 Ninja Scroll
Ninja Scroll (1993)2
 Akira
Akira (1988)3
 Metropolis
Metropolis (1927)4
 Blade Runner
Blade Runner (1982)5
 Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)6

→ Influenced

Equilibrium
Equilibrium (2002)7
 Night Watch
Night Watch (2004)8
 Charlie's Angels
Charlie's Angels (2000)9
 Everything Everywhere All at Once
Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)10
 Wanted
Wanted (2008)11
 Inception
Inception (2010)12
 Limitless
Limitless (2011)13
 Edge of Tomorrow
Edge of Tomorrow (2014)14

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Influenced By

  1. Ghost in the Shell (1995)
    "This Japanese anime film directed by Mamoru Oshii explores themes of consciousness and reality within a cybernetic world. The Wachowskis, creators of "The Matrix," showed this film to producer Joel Silver, stating, "We wanna do that for real." Elements like the digital rain and neural jacks in "The Matrix" were directly inspired by "Ghost in the Shell."" Ghost in the Shell %281995 film%29 Wikipedia
  2. Ninja Scroll (1993)
    "This anime film, directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri, is known for its dynamic action sequences. The Wachowskis admired its juxtaposition of time and space in action scenes, incorporating similar techniques into "The Matrix."" The Wachowskis Wikipedia
  3. Akira (1988)
    "The Wachowskis' groundbreaking sci-fi film incorporated visual and thematic elements reminiscent of "Akira." The film's visual director, John Gaeta, was influenced by "Akira's" fluidity for the action scenes, particularly the famous bullet time effect. Additionally, Keanu Reeves noted that Neo and Tetsuo share similar psychokinetic abilities." This ‘80s Anime Movie Inspired All of Your Favorite Sci-Fi Movies TanChun Watkins Collider
  4. Metropolis (1927)
    "The Wachowskis' *The Matrix* presents a dystopian world where humans are subjugated by machines, a theme explored in *Metropolis*. The film's visual style and narrative elements reflect Lang's influence on the portrayal of industrialized societies." 10 Movies That Were Influenced by Fritz Lang's 'Metropolis' Diego Pineda Pacheco Collider
  5. Blade Runner (1982)
    "The Wachowskis' "The Matrix" incorporates dystopian themes and a cyberpunk aesthetic influenced by "Blade Runner," presenting a reality where artificial intelligence has gained the upper hand over humanity." Gamespot source
  6. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    "The groundbreaking special effects and themes of human resistance against machines in "The Matrix" owe a debt to the technical innovations first showcased in "Terminator 2."" Unleashing the Future: Why Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) Remains a Sci-Fi Masterpiece - Beyond Pop Culture Beyond Pop Culture - Let’s go beyond together.

Influenced

  1. Equilibrium (2002)
    "This film features a black-clad hero and a sexy yet deadly heroine, with bullets ripping slowly through the air, reminiscent of "The Matrix."" The Matrix Wikipedia
  2. Night Watch (2004)
    "A Russian megahit heavily influenced by "The Matrix," directed by Timur Bekmambetov." The Matrix Wikipedia
  3. Charlie's Angels (2000)
    "Featuring Cameron Diaz floating through the air while the cameras flo-mo around her, a technique inspired by "The Matrix."" The Matrix Wikipedia
  4. Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)
    "The directors, Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, have acknowledged that their film is "100 percent a response to The Matrix." Both movies feature protagonists who discover hidden realities and acquire new abilities to confront dark forces." Everything Everywhere All At Once: A guide to the references, Easter eggs and meanings BBC
  5. Wanted (2008)
    "This film features bullets ripping through the air, a visual style reminiscent of "The Matrix."" The Matrix Wikipedia
  6. Inception (2010)
    "Both films delve into the nature of reality and feature characters navigating complex, layered worlds." Inception Wikipedia
  7. Limitless (2011)
    "The concept of unlocking human potential and altering reality in "The Matrix" resonates with the themes in "Limitless."" Movie Connections IMDb
  8. Edge of Tomorrow (2014)
    "The design and movement of the alien Mimics in "Edge of Tomorrow" bear similarities to the Sentinels from "The Matrix" series." The Sci-Fi Movies That Pair Perfectly With Edge Of Tomorrow Brent McKnight GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT