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Making ‘The Matrix’ (1999): Cast

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Making ‘The Matrix’ is a 1999 documentary directed by Josh Oreck, starring Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne and Joe Pantoliano. It runs 26 minutes.

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Making ‘The Matrix’ (1999) movie poster
Released
Runtime
26 min
Director
Josh Oreck
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Making ‘The Matrix’ About?

The premise of Making ‘The Matrix’ without spoilers.

A promotional making‑of documentary that explores the digital and practical effects used in the 1999 film The Matrix. It details the innovative techniques and visual‑effects breakthroughs created specifically for the movie, many of which have since been spoofed and referenced in countless other films.

Making ‘The Matrix’ Themes & Keywords

· 7 tags
  • reference to virtual reality
  • making of
  • stuntwork
  • special effects
  • interview
  • filmmaking
  • behind the scenes
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Cast & crew

Making ‘The Matrix’ Cast

Keanu Reeves leads the cast, with Laurence Fishburne and Joe Pantoliano. Directed by Josh Oreck; 14 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Making ‘The Matrix’

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From the director

More from Josh Oreck

More films directed by Josh Oreck: Chamber Check: Evolution of a Fight Scene, Sense8: Creating the World, John Wick: Calling in the Cavalry and Don’t F*#% With John Wick.

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Making ‘The Matrix’ FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Making ‘The Matrix’, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Making ‘The Matrix’?

Making ‘The Matrix’ runs 26 minutes.

When was Making ‘The Matrix’ released?

Making ‘The Matrix’ was released on September 21, 1999.

Who directed Making ‘The Matrix’?

Making ‘The Matrix’ was directed by Josh Oreck.

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Who is in the cast of Making ‘The Matrix’?

Making ‘The Matrix’ stars Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne and Joe Pantoliano, among 14 credited actors.

Does Making ‘The Matrix’ have a post-credit scene?

No. Making ‘The Matrix’ has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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