Laurence Fishburne on why he’s not in Matrix 4

Unlike Neo (played by Keanu Reeves), it is now clear that award-winning actor Laurence Fishburne (#FreeRayshawn, Man of Steel, Ant-Man and the Wasp) was not given the choice of taking the red or blue pill to appear in the multi-million dollar reboot of The Matrix. While speaking with New York Magazine, Fishburne said that he … Continue reading “Laurence Fishburne on why he’s not in Matrix 4”

Even more footage from ‘Matrix 4’ San Francisco set

There is a small independent film shooting in San Francisco right now. Perhaps you’ve heard of it? The Matrix. Recently, Keanu Reeves tweeted out footage of his stunt double performing a high wire stunt along with co-star Carrie Anne Moss’ stunt double. Now, we have more video from the San Francisco set of The Matrix 4. … Continue reading “Even more footage from ‘Matrix 4’ San Francisco set”

‘Matrix 4’ stunt video reveals Neo, Trinity in action

Last week at the Oscars, Best Supporting Actor winner, Brad Pitt, gave props to all of the stunt men and women who risk death-defying stunts on a daily basis. That point is made in spades by today’s video from the the Matrix 4 set. The film (probably a working title) is in full-on production mode … Continue reading “‘Matrix 4’ stunt video reveals Neo, Trinity in action”

‘Matrix 4’ begins filming in San Francisco, Chicago next

The Matrix is officially back. Keanu Reeves who reprises his role a Neo has posted on his Twitter from the set. How he is dressed only adds to the mystery surrounding the upcoming Lana Wachowski sequel. Neo’s trademark trench coat, sunglasses, and clean cut look are gone and have now been replaced with a beard … Continue reading “‘Matrix 4’ begins filming in San Francisco, Chicago next”

WB sets release dates for ‘Flash,’ ‘Matrix’ & ‘Shazam 2’

We finally have a release date for The Flash. Maybe this time with IT and IT: Chapter 2’s Andrés Muschietti at the helm, the long-delayed film about the Scarlet Speedster will actually happen. WB also set release dates for The Matrix 4, Shazam 2 and a slew of other films. According to Deadline, The Flash, … Continue reading “WB sets release dates for ‘Flash,’ ‘Matrix’ & ‘Shazam 2’”

‘Matrix’ casts two more for upcoming production

Warner Bros‘ The Matrix revival is gearing up for production, presumably in Chicago, for early next year. Thus the final cast members are being added. Last night, Comic Book Movie News reported that Mindhunter and Frozen II star Jonathan Groff had signed on in an undisclosed role. Now Deadline reports that Toby Onwumere will reunite with Sense8 co-creator Lana Wachowski in … Continue reading “‘Matrix’ casts two more for upcoming production”

Avatar, Pinocchio, Rings of Power lead VES noms

The Visual Effects Society (VES), the industry’s professional global honorary society, announced the nominees for the 21st Annual VES Awards. The prestigious yearly celebration recognizes outstanding visual effects artistry and innovation in features, animation, television, commercials and video games and the VFX Supervisors, VFX Producers and hands-on Artists who bring this work to life. Avatar: … Continue reading “Avatar, Pinocchio, Rings of Power lead VES noms”

Jury reaches verdict in Depp-Heard trial

After almost a month of exhausting and sometimes triggering testimony, the 7-person jury who has been hearing the case between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, has returned with a verdict. The verdict was unanimously found in favor of Johnny Depp on all counts of defamation.  Fairfax, Virginia, County Circuit Judge Penney Azcarate and a jury … Continue reading “Jury reaches verdict in Depp-Heard trial”

REVIEW: What a complete and utter glitch The Matrix Resurrections is

There is a moment in the second act of Lana Wachowski’s new The Matrix Resurrections that Jada (Why did they make her look so old?) Pinkett Smith’s character Niobe says to Neo/Thomas Anderson (Keanu Reeves), “We’re trying to make sense of who made this mess.” So, am I, Niobe. So am I. Let’s be clear … Continue reading “REVIEW: What a complete and utter glitch The Matrix Resurrections is”

First social media reactions are in for Matrix Resurrections

In 1999, the Wachowski siblings blew our minds with a cyberpunk sci-fi movie series about how our day-to-day lives are a simulation intended to keep us compliant while our robot overlords used us as batteries. Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, and Carrie-Anne Moss led the cast through a trilogy of films including the original The Matrix, … Continue reading “First social media reactions are in for Matrix Resurrections”

It was a “YES” when Keanu Reeves was asked to return to The Matrix

We are only 12 days away from re-entering The Matrix, when Lana Wachowski’s The Matrix: Resurrections opens in theaters and on HBO Max. Also returning to the mind-bending universe that redefined the genre in 1999, are Keanu Reeves (Neo/Thomas Anderson) and Carrie-Anne Moss (Trinity/Tiffany). Now, Lana is out on her own as she brings The Matrix: Resurrections to life. In … Continue reading “It was a “YES” when Keanu Reeves was asked to return to The Matrix”

Major Character is back… sort of… in international Matrix trailer

We are only 15 days away from re-entering The Matrix, when Lana Wachowski’s The Matrix: Resurrections opens in theaters and on HBO Max. Now, Warner Bros has released the second (and probably final) trailer as well as an international one for the film which is still fairly shrouded in secrecy. In the new trailer for The … Continue reading “Major Character is back… sort of… in international Matrix trailer”

Take the red pill and get in on these Matrix character posters

We are only 21 days away from returning to The Matrix: Resurrections entering theaters. Now, Warner Bros has released a series of new character posters for the upcoming sci-fi film. The new film reunites original stars Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss in the iconic roles they made famous, Neo and Trinity. Plot details for Matrix: … Continue reading “Take the red pill and get in on these Matrix character posters”

The Matrix Resurrections: Watch the exciting new trailer

Did Neo and Trinity actually stop the machines? Or was it all a lie? That’s the question at hand in the first trailer for the new The Matrix Resurrections. The visually breathtaking trailer, which first screened at CinemaCon last month, presents us with a long-haired and bearded Neo (Keanu Reeves) resembling an older Ted from … Continue reading “The Matrix Resurrections: Watch the exciting new trailer”

Academy: Jonathan Majors, Issa Rae among 395 invites

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has extended invitations to join the organization to 395 artists and executives who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to theatrical motion pictures. Membership selection decisions are based on professional qualifications, with representation, inclusion and equity remaining a priority of Academy Aperture 2025.  The 2021 class is 46% … Continue reading “Academy: Jonathan Majors, Issa Rae among 395 invites”

‘Supernatural’ to air final 7 episodes in fall 2020

Lots of CW news today. With the COVID-19 global pandemic having shut down production, it would seem no show was affected more than Supernatural. The series which was supposed to end its spectacular 15-year run this May still had seven episodes to air. The CW has announced that they still will air… just in the … Continue reading “‘Supernatural’ to air final 7 episodes in fall 2020”

‘Matrix 4’ adds ‘Sense8’s’ Eréndira Ibarra to cast

It’s been 17 years since the last Matrix film, Matrix: Revolutions was released. As Reel 360 has reported, director Lana Wachowski is reuniting several familiar faces including Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss for Matrix 4. There are also several new faces joining the cast and now you can include Eréndira Ibarra to that list. According … Continue reading “‘Matrix 4’ adds ‘Sense8’s’ Eréndira Ibarra to cast”

‘Matrix 4’ is greenlit. Will it shoot in Chicago?

It’s time to take the red pill again. The Wrap is reporting that the fourth film in the Matrix series will return to theaters. Warner Bros’ chairman,Toby Emmerich, announced Tuesday. Stars Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss are returning in their original roles as Neo and Trinity, with Lana Wachowski set to write and direct the … Continue reading “‘Matrix 4’ is greenlit. Will it shoot in Chicago?”