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Storyline

From the creators of The Matrix and blockbuster producer Joel Silver (Lethal Weapon series) comes this ground-breaking feature-length collection of nine original short films. Inspired by the visionary action and innovative storytelling of the Matrix trilogy, The Animatrix melds state-of-the-art CG animation and Japanese Anime in feature-quality shorts by seven world-renowned directors. Delve deep into the heart of The Matrix through visually stunning and emotionally resonant stories that reveal new details, including the war between humans and machines which led to the creation of the Matrix. Featuring the voices of Keanu Reeves (The Devil's Advocate, Speed) and Carrie-Anne Moss (Chocolat, Memento). Winner of the 2003 Annie Award for Outstanding Achievement in an Animation Home Entertainment Production.

Country: United States

Type: scripted

Status: Current

Language: English, Japanese

Release Date: March 21, 2003

Also Known As: Animatrix, The AnimatrixАниматрицата, Animatrix: A História Antes de Matrix, Animatorikkusu, Аниматрикс, 駭客任務立體動畫特集, Аниматрица, Аніматриця, Animátrix, Animatrix - Ultimul zbor al lui Osiris, Animatrica, Binh Đoàn Ma Trận, アニマトリックス |  See more »

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Plot Keywords

supernatural-power
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portmanteau-film
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collective-filmmaking
black-man-asian-woman-relationship
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black-man-asian-woman-kiss
cyberpunk
matrix
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2100s
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dojo
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fight
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hero
dystopia
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apocalypse
collection-of-short-films
white-rabbit
virtual-reality
sword-fight
subterranean
shootout
runner
robot
rebellion
private-detective
morphing
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computer

Company Credits

Production Co: DNA Productions, Madhouse, Silver Pictures, Square USA, Studio 4°CWarner Bros. Animation, Warner Bros. |  See more »

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

2003 | 9 Episodes

Awards

Awards & NominationsSee full list »

Daring Digital Award 2003

Nominee

Daring Digital Award

Digital Spectrum

Annie 2004

Winner

Annie

Outstanding Achievement in an Animated Home Entertainment Production

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