The Animatrix (2003) movie poster

The Animatrix (2003)

"Free your mind."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 80%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 88% (RT: 88%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
AnimationScience Fiction

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Director
Koji Morimoto, Peter Chung
Runtime
1h 42m
Country
Japan, United States of America, South Korea
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.2/10 (1,735 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
88%
Cast
Keanu Reeves as Neo ("Kid's Story") (voice)
Carrie-Anne Moss as Trinity ("Kid's Story" and "A Detective Story") (voice)
Clayton Watson as The Kid ("Kid's Story") (voice)
Pamela Adlon as Jue ("Final Flight of the Osiris") / Manabu ("Beyond") (voice)
Melinda Clarke as Alexa ("Matriculated") (voice)
John DiMaggio as Crew Man ("Final Flight of the Osiris") / Kaiser ("Program") (voice)
Kevin Michael Richardson as Thadeus ("Final Flight of Osiris") / Cop ("Kid's Story") / Agent #2 ("World Record")
Tom Kenny as Operator ("Final Flight of Osiris")
Most people think so. 80% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,735 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 88%.
Overview
Straight from the creators of the groundbreaking Matrix trilogy, this collection of short animated films from the world's leading anime directors fuses computer graphics and Japanese anime to provide the background of the Matrix universe and the conflict between man and machines. The shorts include Final Flight of the Osiris, The Second Renaissance, Kid's Story, Program, World Record, Beyond, A Detective Story and Matriculated. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of The Animatrix was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated animation films of 2003 among dedicated fans.
  • Koji Morimoto, Peter Chung cited several classic animation films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Animatrix is a 2003 animation, science fiction film directed by Koji Morimoto, Peter Chung. Straight from the creators of the groundbreaking Matrix trilogy, this collection of short animated films from the world's leading anime directors fuses computer graphics and Japanese anime to provide the background of the Matrix universe and the conflict between man and machines. The shorts include Final Flight of the Osiris, The Second Renaissance, Kid's Story, Program, World Record, Beyond, A Detective Story and Matriculated.

The film has been rated by 1,735 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a animation film, The Animatrix delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

The Animatrix (2003) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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