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Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 14. -
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Common Sense says
Intense, but many teens will be able to handle it.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14–15
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Matrix
Parents need to know that although this movie is rated R for violence (some pretty gross, including an icky bug that enters the hero's body through his belly button) and language, most teens 14 and up who are begging to see it should be able to handle it without a problem.
Read our full review by Nell Minow
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the relationship between humans and machines, and why Smith says that the first Matrix program, creating the perception of a utopia-like society, was unacceptable to the humans. Their attempt to keep the humans compliant through happiness did not work, so they had to try again with the past "reality" of a stress-filled world. There are also issues of destiny versus free will and loyalty versus self-interest. Parents should think about raising the issue of violence in movies, and the impact it has on viewers, especially impressionable or disaffected ones, as well.
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Great movie! 9.8 out of 10
A teen can't go wrong with this movie. It was a stroke of brilliance! It's not too violent, and doesn't use too much language. The story is awesome!
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
great sci fi movie
awesome movie great action truth is if you want to know how old you have to be to watch this movie it all depense on you if your more mature you can watch it at 12 if not i rate 15
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Its OK not too bad
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Fun and original, a good film with some very good action scenes and inventive ideas. The Matrix is a classic.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
What do you need besides a miracle?
Lots of action. Action that may be violent, but okay for anyone 12 and up. This is a very similar movie to others made around or before this time, such as "Robocop," and "The Terminator." But it isn't a huge "bang, bang, shoot 'em up" like "Robocop." It is a super awesome movie with a very complex plot, but if your kids are at least old enough to understand it, I highly recommend it for them. Oh, by the way, here's a message form my oldest son - "KIDS CAN WATCH ANYTHING!" Like that's true. :)
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
An excellent movie, shouldn't be rated R
This movie is extremely good. There is much violence, but some PG-13 movies have worse. Actually, the violence is the only reason this movie was rated R. It is a good movie, though, and I'd recommend it for ages 12 +.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Great Movie for Anyone Who Likes to Think
Great movie that inspires a lot of thought. Kind of violent, but nothing I wouldn't let a 13 year old see.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
really good Sci-Fi movie
I thought was really good! The matrix was actually the movie that develope all the slow motion stuff and freeze frames. It was only rated R because of the violence also. I think this would be a really good movie for ages 10 and up.
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Amazing. One Of The Best Sci-Fi Movies Ever.
I Loved This Movie. Though It Is Rated R, I Agree Ages 14 & Up Should Be Able To Handle It Just Fine. Though There Are Some Iffy Parts. But The Special Effects Are So Cool. And Now That I've Seen This Film, Most Of The Cool Effects I've Seen In Other Movies Are Mostly Rip-Offs Of This Movie. Now I Think Nothing Is Original Anymore. But Other Than That, I Think This Was A Great Experience For Me. All The Action & Suspense Totally Keeps You Pumped Up For The Sequel After The Movie Is Over. I've Never Been So Blown Away By An Action Movie Before. So If You Love Sci-Fi Action Flicks, You'll Love The Matrix If You Haven't Seen It Yet.
I rate this title off for age 17 and give itMy concerns are:- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
This is a pretty good movie that I liked for all of its action scenes. Now this is Rated R but I dont know why actually, Its most likely the violence. Good movie thats worth your time.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Love it!
Omg I love this movie it is just gobs of fun! maybe not all that prancy pony but it is my favorite movie
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
good for any age
Its is the best movie ever.
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
IT IS A GOOD MOVIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
it is perfect for age 7 and up but it should be rated pg-13
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Disturbing/gross at times, but overall, I am very surprised that this was rated R.
I really enjoyed this movie. Yes it is rather strange, but I loved it. There is a scene where it shows the people in the farms, and that is intentionally disturbing, Aside from that, there was nothing in this movie that I think was worth and R rating. The violence was a bit more bloody than a PG-13 movie, but I've seen pleanty of movies rated PG-13 that were much more intense than this. (E.g.: The Dark Knight, I am Legend, Beowulf...) No sexuality at all, and the language was more like your typical PG-13 than it is an R. I suggest that this movie is appropriate for all teens 14 and up, and will be loved by any teens that see it.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
Classic Sci-Fi is a step above the average movie
The Matrix is one of the few films that you'll find in almost anyones movie library. This is no surprise however, because the Matrix is a step above many sci-fi movies like it. The plot does not falter at any point during the film and the acting is superb. The shootouts are exhilarating and the special effects were ground-breaking. I'd recommend the Matrix to everyone. Action fans will be satisfied by the violence and people looking for something more than just action will also be pleased by the ideas and questions that the Matrix raises. Parents should know that even though the Matrix is rated R, it is on the softer side of the R rating. There are lots of guns and shootouts (although mostly bloodless), a passionate kiss, and a couple of s**ts and damns.
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
Sucha classic!
This movie is a classic! You can never beat a gun filled acton movie with a little bit of blood. Amazing story line, throgh out all 3 and i think this is the best!
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
The R rating is wrong!
Should NOT have been rated R. If your kid has seen The Dark Knight, than they should be able to see this movie. The violence is VERY fake.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
NOT THAT BAD!
There is tons of violence and cursing but I can handle it!
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| 60% | of parents say it has language their kids can't use |
| 40% | of parents say there are good role models |
| 40% | of parents say it's too violent |
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