The Matrix (film series)

The Matrix film series, created by the Wachowskis, explores a dystopian future where humans unknowingly live in a simulated reality called the Matrix, created by intelligent machines to subjugate humanity. The story follows Neo, a hacker who discovers the truth and joins a rebellion to fight against the machines. Themes include reality vs. illusion, freedom, and the nature of consciousness. The films blend philosophical concepts with groundbreaking visual effects and action sequences, making them influential in both cinema and popular culture. The trilogy consists of "The Matrix" (1999), "The Matrix Reloaded" (2003), and "The Matrix Revolutions" (2003), along with the newer "The Matrix Resurrections" (2021).