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67% Tomatometer 106 Reviews 26% Audience Score 50+ Ratings What if we are living in a simulation, and the world as we know it is not real? To tackle this mind-bending idea, acclaimed filmmaker Rodney Ascher (ROOM 237, THE NIGHTMARE) uses a noted speech from Philip K. Dick to dive down the rabbit hole of science, philosophy, and conspiracy theory. Leaving no stone unturned in exploring the unprovable, the film uses contemporary cultural touchstones like THE MATRIX, interviews with real people shrouded in digital avatars, and a wide array of voices, expert and amateur alike. If simulation theory is not science fiction but fact, and life is a video game being played by some unknowable entity, then who are we, really? A GLITCH IN THE MATRIX attempts to find out. Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Buy Now

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Although occasionally muddled, A Glitch in the Matrix is a thought-provoking portrait of digital culture and its relationship to reality.

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A Glitch in the Matrix | Rotten Tomatoes (1) Adam Graham Detroit News It's an obvious conclusion that any rational person should have already come to on their own. Rated: C- Feb 11, 2021 Full Review A Glitch in the Matrix | Rotten Tomatoes (2) Mark Feeney Boston Globe The result is lively, playful, and busy - in a very good way. Feb 6, 2021 Full Review A Glitch in the Matrix | Rotten Tomatoes (3) Bilge Ebiri New York Magazine/Vulture A Glitch in the Matrix becomes not about whether we're living in a simulation but about the many understandable reasons someone may think this. In effect, it winds up being about the mysteries of the human experience. Feb 6, 2021 Full Review A Glitch in the Matrix | Rotten Tomatoes (4) Greg Carlson Vague Visages Offering some tantalizing commentary on the erotic... Jul 28, 2023 Full Review A Glitch in the Matrix | Rotten Tomatoes (5) Cody Dericks Next Best Picture "A Glitch in the Matrix" is less of a documentary and more of an accidental exploration of unchecked narcissism. Rated: 1/10 Jul 11, 2022 Full Review A Glitch in the Matrix | Rotten Tomatoes (6) Christopher Cross Tilt Magazine Often frustrating and uncomfortable, A Glitch in the Matrix demands reading between the lines to find the source of obsession in a theory so easy to either believe or ignore. Rated: 3.5/5 Apr 10, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Kentucky F The idea is good, some of the info is fun, but then there's annoyances that are unforgivable. Everyone interviewed is wearing an avatar which I could get past. What I absolutely could not get past was that about 25 minutes in it became a documentary made by and about 13 year old boys obsessed by video games. And it never recovers. One "adult" being interviewed talks about the matrix video game and how cool it is that it goes into the "history" of how the matrix came to be. Not the movie - but the backstory INSIDE the movie. The fantasy inside the fantasy. WHY ARE YOU WASTING MY TIME WITH THIS? It's like listening to a conversation about dungeons and dragons!!Then they interview a teenager from Reddit doing an AMA because he thinks he's a video game character. (NPC). WASTE OF TIME! Why are you showing clips of people who are clearly either looking for attention or psychotic. This movie had a chance and it could have been valuable. Instead it's a bunch of man child's talking about video games and how cool they are. Sad. Rated 1/5 Stars • Rated 1 out of 5 stars 08/13/23 Full Review brad p If Room 237 shows obsessed fans with crazed theories about The Shining, then A Glitch in the Matrix highlights the passion of keyboard intellectuals trying to prove we're living in a simulation. They might not be more convincing, but they're a lot smarter. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Georgan G In spite of wondrous ideas about reality and (too) much animation about those ideas, this film gets muddled. Some of the presenters are clear & concise while others are pretty strange & confusing. Rated 3/5 Stars • Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/28/23 Full Review Dylan A just a bad matrix ripoff Rated 0.5/5 Stars • Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 10/20/22 Full Review j t Kind of starts out ok, but then ends up just being about movies and video games. I wouldn't waste your time on this. Rated 0.5/5 Stars • Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member More a study of protagonist syndrome than simulation theory. Not much actual info here other than anecdotal feelings from animated talking heads. Rated 0.5/5 Stars • Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 01/13/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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Synopsis What if we are living in a simulation, and the world as we know it is not real? To tackle this mind-bending idea, acclaimed filmmaker Rodney Ascher (ROOM 237, THE NIGHTMARE) uses a noted speech from Philip K. Dick to dive down the rabbit hole of science, philosophy, and conspiracy theory. Leaving no stone unturned in exploring the unprovable, the film uses contemporary cultural touchstones like THE MATRIX, interviews with real people shrouded in digital avatars, and a wide array of voices, expert and amateur alike. If simulation theory is not science fiction but fact, and life is a video game being played by some unknowable entity, then who are we, really? A GLITCH IN THE MATRIX attempts to find out.

Director
Rodney Ascher

Producer
Ross M. Dinerstein

Distributor
Magnolia Pictures

Production Co
Campfire, Valparaiso Pictures

Genre
Documentary

Original Language
English

Release Date (Theaters)
Feb 5, 2021, Limited

Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 5, 2021

Box Office (Gross USA)
$1.7K

Runtime
1h 48m
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FAQs

Is deja vu really a glitch in the Matrix? ›

Déjà vu is more than just a glitch in the Matrix; it's a fascinating phenomenon that offers us a glimpse into the mysteries of our own minds. Whether you're a science enthusiast, a believer in the supernatural, or simply someone who enjoys a good mind-bender, déjà vu has something to offer everyone.

Is there a Matrix 5 coming out? ›

Warner Bros. has officially confirmed the development of "Matrix 5," marking a significant return to the iconic sci-fi franchise. This upcoming installment will be the first without the directing duo, Lana and Lily Wachowski, who have been instrumental in shaping the series since its inception.

What happened to rotten tomatoes? ›

Since January 2010, Rotten Tomatoes has been owned by Flixster, which was in turn acquired by Warner Bros. in 2011. In February 2016, Rotten Tomatoes and its parent site Flixster were sold to Comcast's Fandango ticketing company. Warner Bros. retained a minority stake in the merged entities, including Fandango.

Why is The Matrix rated R? ›

The songs in the end credits have some uses of the f bomb. Cinemax content advisory: rated R for violence (V), adult language (AL) and adult content (AC).

Is the Matrix all a dream? ›

As Morpheus goes on to say, the Matrix is "a dream world." The characters are just experiencing a "neural interactive simulation" of eating steak, jumping between buildings, dodging bullets, and so on. As Neo says when he's on the way to visit the Oracle, "I have these memories from my life.

What happened to the real world in the Matrix? ›

It is presumed that every major city on Earth was destroyed by conventional or nuclear bombardment or otherwise rendered virtually uninhabitable over the course of the Machine War. The only place where humans can live for more than a few generations is Zion, located close to the core which provides warmth and power.

Will Keanu Reeves be in Matrix 5? ›

Do you remember the character Neo from 'The Matrix'? This role was played by Keanu Reeves and in recent news, it has been reported by 'Screen Rant' that 'Matrix 5' is being produced and Reeves has confirmed his return to the Matrix franchise albeit on one condition.

Was Keanu Reeves born in Hawaii? ›

Keanu Charles Reeves was born in Beirut, Lebanon, on September 2, 1964, the son of Patricia (née Taylor), a costume designer and performer, and Samuel Nowlin Reeves Jr. His mother is English, originating from Essex. His father is from Hawaii, and is of Native Hawaiian, Chinese, English, Irish and Portuguese descent.

Why wasn't Laurence Fishburne in Matrix 4? ›

The actor said in 2020 that he had “not been invited” to reprise his role (via New York Magazine). The Matrix: Resurrection's story ultimately made sense of the surprising decision to recast Morpheus, but that doesn't necessarily mean leaving out Fishburne was the right move for the film.

Is there a 0% Rotten Tomatoes? ›

On the film review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes, films that every surveyed critic considered bad have a 0% rating. As of 2023, only 40 films with 20 reviews have received this rating.

Has anything got 100% on Rotten Tomatoes? ›

To date, Leave No Trace holds the site's record, with a rating of 100% and 252 positive reviews.

What does popcorn mean in movies? ›

popcorn movie (plural popcorn movies) (film, idiomatic) A motion picture without serious dramatic content, a weighty message, or intellectual depth, which serves simply as enjoyable entertainment.

Why the matrix is green? ›

The idea is that the world is “sick,” and the filmmakers communicated that in a visual way. The colors can also be interpreted as a reference to older computer monitors that displayed monotone green text. The monotone color grade may reference the monotony of life in a prison.

What is the matrix in real life? ›

The MATRIX refers to the systems and structures in society that keep us bound to the traditional ways of living and working. These systems can include societal norms, cultural expectations, educational institutions, and corporate structures that often prioritize profit over people.

What was the bug in the Matrix? ›

The tracker bug represents Smith making a change to Neo's coding that allows his location to be traced. Because Smith and his men are able to bend the Matrix's rules, the tracker can be pushed painfully through Neo's stomach, but this isn't strictly necessary.

What is the Matrix theory of déjà vu? ›

Déjà vu in the Matrix

Inside the Matrix, déjà vu is the repeat occurrence of an event that had already taken place moments ago. It happens when the code of the Matrix is altered. In The Matrix, Neo sees a black cat walk by followed by another that behaves exactly the same way.

What is the bug in the Matrix? ›

Bugs are robotic probes used by the Machines to track a Bluepill's location in the Matrix.

What is the illusion in the Matrix? ›

The Matrix Illusion (also known as Maya) is the "reality veneer" that our brain interposes between itself and the true, and horrid, reality of this world.

Is déjà vu visions of the future? ›

Alas, there is no evidence that we have the powers of prediction. We do, however, have a feeling that we can predict the future when experiencing déjà vu. Déjà vu, French for “already seen,” is the memory illusion of reliving an experience that was never experienced and knowing that it was not.

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