In some ways, The Matrix Resurrections is commendable. The story has uniqueness, themes, self-awareness, and clarity. The technical aspects are above-average and craft is implemented on all levels. The camerawork is cinematic, the editing shines during action and montages, the sound gets abstract, the effects are multifaceted, and the production design is substantial. The cast members are good and their performances all work. Yet, despite all this, Resurrections comes across as a muddled mess because it’s goals are tired, contradictory, and unmotivated. Simply put, this movie is missing the passion of its predecessors.
The biggest issue is the script. While unusual, it relapses into the exhausted focus of Neo saving Trinity. While self-aware and thematic, it doesn’t follow through with any of these ideas. While clear, it gets distracted with superfluous characters and concepts. Meanwhile, the filmmaking lacks the pop of the original trilogy. The imagery is less distinct, the runtime is bloated, the sound lacks style, the music isn’t memorable, and the production design feels hollow. Overall, Resurrections just doesn’t seem confident in itself and misses a strong vision. The film has its virtues, but mostly feels like a drained retread.
Writing: 4/10
Direction: 5/10
Cinematography: 7/10
Acting: 7/10
Editing: 7/10
Sound: 7/10
Score/Soundtrack: 7/10
Production Design: 7/10
Casting: 7/10
Effects: 7/10
Overall Score: 6.5/10
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