Unleashing two film sequels and altering the course of Keanu Reeves' career, The Matrix made its U.S. theatrical debut on March 31, 1999. Days earlier, The Hollywood Reporter appraised the title, predicting box-office glory for the film. Read the original review below:
A cyber sci-fi blowout of wetware-boggling visual effects and advanced comic book storytelling, Warner Bros.' The Matrix will open mightily and have a wide-open month to become early 1999's biggest hit.
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