THE MATRIX (1999) MOVIE REACTION - FIRST TIME WATCHING! AMAZING! 

We hope you enjoy this Reaction Video. Apologies if it's too long (but you can always skip through), but we felt the power of this film justified it. It's more detailed than other reaction videos of this film and we integrated more clips than usual so you can see the scenes we are referencing. We also did a proper sound mix and image quality control of the final output. As a result it took a while to edit and upload (in 4K!). We hope you think it's worth it. This is truly a very important film!

This has got to be one of the smartest kids! Not only is he so engaged with the film, but he's so quick to pick up on the complexity of the plot. LOVING y'all's reactions so far!!

23:10 I love how proud Dad looked here. "YES - he knows it's a computer program. God be praised: I'm raising an actual sentient being as opposed to the thousands of iPad kids who can't identify a semi-colon."

Your son repeatedly saying "That's a good shot" really shows how well youve exposed him to films ❤

The Oracle didn’t actually tell Neo he wasn’t the ‘One’. Neo actually said it 🍪

You son; only kid ever to guess “ she teleported through the phone” ….immediately. Wow. Every other person; “what just happened?”

"why don't they go into the Matrix to eat food" me: 😮🤔😐😭 bro that is genius

Your son: "NOT that many guns!" The average American moviegoer: "Heck yeah!"

When I introduced the Matrix to my kids I first had to explain how in the early 90s we were still using our wall phones and dialing up to connect to the internet and how they did that in the film.

Very few adults recognize that the fight in the subway is an homage to a Western shootout. Well done!

A good father.. demonstrated by his advice, comments throughout but also in his son’s reactions and comments. It was wholesome to watch. Thank you both for sharing.. 😊👍

I'm impressed with how quickly your lad picked up the basic concept of the matrix. He's a smart boy 👍 I was 18 when I first saw this in the cinema and have to confess, I needed a couple of watches on DVD later to fully grasp what was going on.

For many Americans, Hugo Weaving will always be Agent Smith. Before he was in Lord of the Rings, he was Smith. And he’s perfection at it🤘

I think it's a very current and important film to discuss with the new generation. What I find interesting is that the new generation will understand the nuances of this film much more easily than those who saw it at the time.

This is the first channel I’ve seen where it’s a parent and child, i love how you inform him about the movies so well!

If this kid goes in to filmmaking then my faith in the future is restored. Good eye for details and worldbuilding

Awesome reflection at the end! One of my all time favorites! Deep as it can get, action, originality

OK as soon as I heard "spy kids for adults" I had to see his full reaction 😄

Your son may enjoy The Animatrix. It’s better than the other sequels and expands the Matrix universe.

Awesome reaction! Your son is very smart and it was lovely to see him have understanding and thoughtful responses to a rather complex movie! Can't wait to watch more movies with y'all 😊

- Did you guys notice the "traitor" was one of the "Fratelli borthers" in GOONIES? - During the rescue scene, the gaurds were not programs. They represented real poeple which is why Neo and Trinity could out manuever and shoot them. - Neo wasn't flexing. It was quick, but he picked up an M-16 in the most efficient way possible. And the low angle shooting was to make it more difficult for the enemy to get a head shot. There is a "duck/stand/duck" technique when playing any multiplayer games that seems to apply here. - They can only summon in things inside the "Construct". Which is the loading program before entering the Matrix.

I think it's awesome that you are sharing all these great movies with yer son. He'll grow up very cultured

I just found your channel and you have a new subscriber! I was touched by your reaction to Stand By Me, as I am an old softy as well.😂

That was outstanding, and I really enjoyed watching you guys watch it! Now you must watch the matrix two and three together! 💙💙💙

Please consider MASTER AND COMMANDER. There’s a kid in the film about your son’s age that ends up captaining a battleship during a pirate battle. It’s also a Peter Weir masterpiece.

His suggestion that the Matrix should have auto-aim is a nice one! And a good demonstration of how far the understanding computers has come in 25 years.

from one dad to another, I think you do a great job explaining things to your son.

Such an insightful young man you’re raising. He’s so clever and down to earth. It’s a joy to hear his thoughts on these.

I'm so glad i stumbled on this channel; wholesome. solid interactions with you guys, smart kid too. Watching more mature films with a parent who can provide context etc is a perfect way for them to grow and understand imo.

There' been a lot of chatter on social media whether or not this film is still relevant becuase many people under 20 years old havent seen or heard of this movie, despite how big and influential it was in 1999 (reasons given "kids don't know what flip phones are", "the computer stuff is outdated", "the Gen X philosphy is irrelevant", etc). But what I've always said is.. any movie or band or whatever can be "relevant" if a parent can take the time to properly introduce their kid to it and give them context... and that's what you're doing. So, good work... you're doing it right.

Really respect how you are handling this with your kid. Thanks for how you are molding the future.

Im sure someone has already said this but props to you for introducing your boy to this kind of material. Think a lot of parents these days are so afraid of doing this to "protect" their kids but they actually end up doing the opposite by denying their kids from learning how to understand mature content. Even better that you did it with him to help him understand this type of content to guide his experience. Very cool dad and very on to it kid. All the best!

The reason they use phones to exit the matrix is because back then, internet connected through phone lines. This movie is surprisingly dated technologically despite only being 25 years old.

The Oracle didn't tell Neo he wasn't the one. She let him tell her what he thought and then she said she was sorry and she hated breaking bad news to good people. This is a problem with the way most people think. They jump to conclusions and assume things too much. The Oracle used this because she knew he wouldn't "level up" until he becomes the one by choice and knowledge of his abilities. At least, this is my interpretation of it after rolling it around in my head for a couple decades. :D

….then I watched the whole reaction; your son has such advanced interpretations going through this film, his intellect is astounding!

It's amazing. I did the same thing with my own son!! Watching The Matrix!!😊😅

At the end, Neo was talking to the source (the machine mainframe), telling it he can feel it and a new beginning is coming. Neo is also an anagram for One. (Side note for the dad) If you're going to watch the second movie, there's a scene in it not intended for younger viewers🙈

Loved your video. Greetings from Brazil!🇧🇷

Hugo’s American Accent is just so so good, I was shocked to learn he was British😭 I truly thought he was one of those Americans that maintained that 1950s-1960s accent😂

What you're doing with your son It Is beautyfull!! When i was a kid i went to the cinema with my dad and now,watching you doing the same but in a modern way it's very good

If you want to continue traveling down the Matrix wormhole… the Final Flight of the Osiris is amazing.. and the Second Renaissance 1+2 explains the beginning of the human machine war. 😎

I wish I had a son to show these movies too, Thanks for letting us join you two.

One of the best reactions to The Matrix I've seen. Nicely done, and the shades at the end was a nice touch! 😎👍

A Classic movie! Love the reaction x Your young man is smart there.

First time on your channel, great reaction, and smart young man can’t wait to see more from you guys

Excellent reaction, guys. Enjoyed watching it along with you.

Great reaction!. I am new to your channel and already abs love you both! Thanks for this :)

My kids are all grown up. I love watching this. The innocence of the child. And such a great dad. Fantastic channel. Thank you.

6:28 ‘Oh she can teleport or something through the phone.’ You’re a very sharp young man; soaking it all in while paying attention to plot details. Well done you (both). Edit: You should try to be a little more optimistic though instead of assuming everyone is gonna die every time there is a confrontation. I’m glad that I ran across your channel today. Liked, commented and subscribed.

I am envious of this kind of bonding. The father is awesome for recognizing and letting his son be exposed to mature yet lesson-learning movies. The son is awesome for immersing himself in the movies and going thru thought exercises if presented with challenge. Thank you guys for uploading this typical yet unknown to me perspective of watching cool movies together.

Just found your video, I loved re-watching this movie with you, this movie goes deep into our minds. Subscribed!

they didnt summon the helicopter, trinity requested training on how to pilot it. great reaction!

when he grow up and decided to watch it again on his own with a more adult mind, he will be so thankful to you for that dad son matrix watching !

Amazing video reaction! Cheers from Argentina

You guys are awesome!!!! The Matrix is so amazing!! Another movie that is also incredible.. but VERY VERY UNDERRATED…. And more of a cult classic… Speed Racer.. unlike EVERY OTHER movie ever made..

Someone probably already mentioned it but I didn't find it so: The Oracle actually told Neo that he "had the gift, but must be waiting for something". She told him he was the one, she just said it in a way he didn't understand.

54:20 when he asked " is there a matrix 2?" i knew he was hooked! Lol i love it

Can't wait to start watching movies with my daughter. She's 1 now so I've got plenty of time to build the playlist 😁

Love the reaction from u guys so interesting this film Really draws u you in

Awesome seeing you react with your Son. I rewatched it with my lad many moons ago. 💯💪

As a father of a 3yr old, he seems like he's the perfect age to watch The Matrix for the first time! It's a little "too old", but in a way that expands his horizons instead of being a negative

The Matrix is an absolutely stunning movie. A total classic must see.

The Oracle never told him he was not the one.

I must say that this young man is pretty smart in figuring things out.At the end Neo was in the phone box actually talking to the machine world.

the movie is chock-full of amazing visual moments, but one that always stuck with me is the realtime shot of the minigun ripping across the couch and catching Smith, its just enough to let you appreciate just how destructive and immediate Neo's helicopter ambush was.

Brilliant, thanks so much!

Thanks for this. Your video reminded me of the first time I seen The Matrix. ❤

So many easter eggs indeed. My favourite was Neo's fake Baudrillard book Simulacra and Simulation (opened at the chapter 'on nihilism', though not the same placement as reality), where he gives Choi the disk. Choi answers Neo about distinguishing dreaming or awake with mescaline. Fair enough. I would have loved DMT to have been the reference though. A must try for every adult human in my opinion. The most awe inspiring and humbling experience one can have, echoed by so many, not just my experiences. Glad you both enjoyed, as did I. Be well one and all.

I saw it when i was 19 , It was a Mark for my life ...I cant wait for my son to grow up and see this movie with Him and Feel like that again.

The oracle never told Neo he wasn't the one

Nice job editing. Thanks for sharing.

You can tell how excited he is to show his kid this movie, probably been thinking about this for longer then the kid could talk lol.

Excellent review. Your son is very perceptive. This movie is more relevant today than it was in 1999. Timeless for sure. Hope you continue with the rest of them. Rumor has it there is a Matrix 5 on the way.

Really cool how well he kept up. Probably one benefit of being a kid growing up in today’s technology, he’s been surrounded by it. Back in 1999 whether you were 12 or 50 it was equally confusing and mind bending.

Trinity kiss didn't make him change like a computer when he died it's like resetting his body!! So he had to die to be the one!!!

Loved the sunglasses bit

It's not possible to get tired of this film.

The Matrix is one of my top 3 favourite movies. Glad your son really liked it. I met a few of the cast. I met mouse. The stunt director darko.and one of the stuntmen from the movie.(Michelle) I trained with them for a few months. I know the movie will inspire your son just like an inspired me

Awesome! I was around his age when I saw it and my dad took me to the theatres to see the rest of the trilogy. Such an amazing movie

You may have noticed that when Neo's passport is shown, the expiration date is September 11, 2001. One of many examples of predictive programming in Hollywood films for the key day and event that would establish the trajectory for human civilization in the 21st century.

For more excellent Keanue Reeves... Bill and Ted's Excellemt Adventure 1989 Point Break 1991 Bram Stokers Dracula 1992

Lol your son was really into this movie just wait until he sees part 2

Ever notice that Neo is an anagram for One?

Oh fun! I remember showing my kids this movie for the first time!

Wish I woulda raised my kid like this. Good job.

i love this trilogy so awsome.

the moment 23:11 when the boy says, "he's on a computer", hahaha wow, he understood it super quickly, that's something that was difficult for people to understand in 1999.

It's so cool to watch it you together :D Young one, are you playing any competitive games online? You have a 'thing' for it like noticing details etc

“Cartoon violence” 😂

The movie focusing on the window cleaners is apparently a reference to Neo rubbing the sides of his tub/capsule IRL, he keeps looking at the window cleaners while his boss is chewing him out, and it symbolizes him trying to break free of the Matrix.

@ 9:50: Oh no! They're going to ask him to work Saturday and Sunday! 😂

I can't wait for you guys to do Terminator!! But only when Dad says its okay!!

The agents are everyone, and they are no one. They can take over anyone who is still plugged in to the Matrix. Also the Oracle never said Neo was not the one. She suggested that he had the gift but was waiting for something. Next life maybe..... which is why he gets his full "powers" after he is willed back to life by Trinity

Nice reaction! A couple os things to understand a few things better: The Oracle said Neo has the potential, but it looks like he is waiting for something. He needed to die so that the coding of the one could overwrite, and Trinity simply states that Nei can’t truly be dead because she IS in love with him. There are a few hints of her gazing at him a few moments here and there. The kiss is a nice touch, and some people thing that is helped his physical body send a signal to his mind in order to wake him up as a grounding to the real world, making his mind know he was truly never shot at all. The people in the lobby shootout scene are not pogrammes, but the Agents are. Everyone else (with some exeptions such as the oracle and governing programmes such as the Agents) are humans that are connected to the Matrix as their real bodies are being harvested for energy in similar farms as the one Neo wakes up in. Therefore the people dying in the lobbies are actual humans dying. The Agents can move freely between access points because they are connected to the Matrix. This is also why Smith is such a good villain. He is a AI programme sent in to the Matrix by the machines to destroy Zion and keep the humans a slave to the matrix, and he can’t leave until his work is done because it is in his coding. Smith hates it in there! He despises the matrix and wants out just as bad as Morpheus wants to free the people and end the slavert, so their both goals is complete opposites.

Love seeing movies through others eyes. Esp those who haven't seen it yet. Looking forward to the sequel reactions.

The Oracle told the truth. He wasn't the One (he had to become the One) and he died when he was shot, heart stopped. Then he was revived.

"He's using a minigun. The likely chance of him not hitting everyone in that area is rare." He's not wrong. With videogames kids these days understand guns way too much. :P

A great intoduction to very complex philosophical concepts. I'd love to watch father, son and maybe grandkids, revisit this film in another 20 years, I wonder where the world will be with AI two decades on. 1:06:45 This is lovely, both of you so happy to see Neo starting to believe in himself.

This was incredibly wholesome and fun. I had to wait about a week until I had time to watch it, but it was worth it. I would like to recommend _Who Framed Roger Rabbit?_ at some point. I think you would both love it, and it's a real period piece classic with great pacing and a stunning soundtrack.

Chad son : “whose that?” Proud father : 😏