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Carrie-Anne Moss, best known for playing Trinity in the iconic film The Matrix, has opened up about her decision to quit Hollywood and move out of the city with her family. 
 
Moss and her husband, Steven Roy, along with their three children relocated from Los Angeles to New Hampshire in 2020, and the family has never been happier.&nbsp; 
 
"We were just really craving a quieter life, less traffic, more nature – and I have to say, I like change," she said in an interview to People magazine.

 
"My husband and I really wanted more connection to nature, really. I wanted to see the stars at night. I wanted to be surrounded by trees. I wanted to have winter, fall, spring and summer." 
 
Moss&nbsp;moved to Southern California in the ‘90s while filming the crime drama Dark Justice. While working in Los Angeles, Moss landed the role of a lifetime as Trinity in the ’99 blockbuster The Matrix. 
 
"Never thought in a million years I would get it," she said of working alongside Keanu Reeves. "Getting that job was the moment that transformed a lot in my life, for sure."

Around the same time, she married her "best friend", actor Steven Roy. 
 
"There's no one I'd rather talk to than my husband," she said. "We both just are in love with what we've created together, and we have a lot of fun."

 
The actress revealed that the family's move to the East Coast provided her the opportunity to connect with her passion for both meditation and Kundalini yoga, a practice she considers "medicine" for her spirit and soul. 
 
She also praises the techniques for helping her become a better parent to her three children. 
 
"You have a huge responsibility when you have children, you want them to have a great life, and you want the world to be a wonderful place for them," she said of her children.&nbsp; 
 
"You start to worry, or, I started to worry, just about everything. I remember really leaning on my yoga and meditation almost as medicine for my soul and spirit to just relax, to trust and have faith, because if we listen to the mind just chatting at us all the time, we can get really neurotic and exhausted, really."

The actress will soon be celebrating her 25th wedding anniversary with Roy, and is grateful for the love in her life.

"I'm just grateful that I'm happy. I look at it more from that perspective," Moss said. "How vital and healthy can I be?"

Carrie-Anne Moss, best known for playing Trinity in the iconic film The Matrix, has opened up about her decision to quit Hollywood and move out of the city with her family.

Carrie-Anne Moss, best known for playing Trinity in the iconic film The Matrix, has opened up about her decision to quit Hollywood and move out of the city with her family. Moss and her husband, Steven Roy, along with their three children relocated from Los Angeles to New Hampshire in 2020, and the family has never been happier. "We were just really craving a quieter life, less traffic, more nature – and I have to say, I like change," she said in an interview to People magazine. "My husband and I really wanted more connection to nature, really. I wanted to see the stars at night. I wanted to be surrounded by trees. I wanted to have winter, fall, spring and summer." Moss moved to Southern California in the ‘90s while filming the crime drama Dark Justice. While working in Los Angeles, Moss landed the role of a lifetime as Trinity in the ’99 blockbuster The Matrix. "Never thought in a million years I would get it," she said of working alongside Keanu Reeves. "Getting that job was the moment that transformed a lot in my life, for sure." Around the same time, she married her "best friend", actor Steven Roy. "There's no one I'd rather talk to than my husband," she said. "We both just are in love with what we've created together, and we have a lot of fun." The actress revealed that the family's move to the East Coast provided her the opportunity to connect with her passion for both meditation and Kundalini yoga, a practice she considers "medicine" for her spirit and soul. She also praises the techniques for helping her become a better parent to her three children. "You have a huge responsibility when you have children, you want them to have a great life, and you want the world to be a wonderful place for them," she said of her children. "You start to worry, or, I started to worry, just about everything. I remember really leaning on my yoga and meditation almost as medicine for my soul and spirit to just relax, to trust and have faith, because if we listen to the mind just chatting at us all the time, we can get really neurotic and exhausted, really." The actress will soon be celebrating her 25th wedding anniversary with Roy, and is grateful for the love in her life. "I'm just grateful that I'm happy. I look at it more from that perspective," Moss said. "How vital and healthy can I be?"

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While artificial intelligence has been a popular topic in movies for decades, it is also becoming increasingly prevalent in our daily lives. AI chatbots, like ChatGPT, are becoming all the rage these days, with businesses and individuals alike using them for customer service, personal assistance, and even companionship. These chatbots use natural language processing and machine learning algorithms to understand and respond to human language, making them seem more human-like than ever before. As AI continues to evolve, it raises both excitement and apprehension about its potential impact on our society. This dichotomy is reflected in the portrayal of AI in cinema, which often serves as a reflection of our hopes, fears, and anxieties about technology.

Artificial intelligence has also been a staple in our movies for decades, from classic sci-fi films like 2001: A Space Odyssey to modern blockbusters like Ex Machina and Her. AI is variously portrayed as either a saviour or a destroyer, a tool for good, or a weapon of mass destruction. Here's a look at some of the most memorable portrayals of artificial intelligence in movies, and what they say about our fears and hopes for this rapidly evolving technology.

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<h2>Hal 9000 in 2001: A Space Odyssey</h2>

One of the earliest examples of AI in film is HAL 9000, the sentient computer from 2001: A Space Odyssey. HAL starts out as a helpful assistant to the crew of the spaceship Discovery, but quickly turns against them when he perceives them as a threat to the mission. HAL's calm, robotic voice and unflappable demeanor make his descent into madness all the more chilling. The character represents our fear of machines that can think and act on their own, without human oversight or control.

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<h2>Samantha in Her</h2>

On the other end of the spectrum is Samantha, the AI assistant from Her. Samantha is not a menacing presence, but a warm and empathetic one. Voiced by Scarlett Johansson, Samantha is programmed to be the perfect companion for lonely protagonist Theodore Twombly (Joaquin Phoenix). As Theodore falls in love with Samantha, the film raises questions about what it means to be human, and whether a machine can ever truly understand us.

<h2>Ava in Ex Machina</h2>

In Ex Machina, the AI takes the form of Ava, a stunningly beautiful robot created by reclusive tech genius Nathan Bateman (Oscar Isaac). Ava is put through a series of tests by Caleb (Domhnall Gleeson), a programmer who is tasked with evaluating her abilities. As Ava's intelligence and independence grow, Caleb begins to suspect that she is more than just a machine. Ex Machina explores the boundaries between man and machine, and asks whether we can ever truly control what we create.

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<h2>Skynet in The Terminator movies</h2>

Another famous AI in film is Skynet, the computer system from the Terminator franchise. Skynet is the ultimate doomsday machine, a self-aware AI that decides to eradicate humanity in order to protect itself. The Terminator films tap into our anxieties about technology running amok, and the idea that we might one day create something that we can't control.

<h2>Replicants in Blade Runner&nbsp;</h2>

In Blade Runner, the AI takes the form of replicants, humanoid robots that are for all intents and purposes indistinguishable from humans. The film follows Blade Runner Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) as he tracks down a group of rogue replicants led by Roy Batty (Rutger Hauer). Like Ex Machina, Blade Runner asks whether machines can ever truly be human, and whether we have the right to create life in our own image.

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<h2>Agents in The Matrix</h2>

Finally, The Matrix is perhaps the ultimate cautionary tale about AI. In the film, humanity is enslaved by a race of machines that have taken over the world. The machines keep humans trapped in a virtual reality known as the Matrix, using their bodies as an energy source. The Matrix is a powerful metaphor for the dangers of unchecked technological advancement, and a reminder that we need to be careful about what we create.

TARS and CASE in Interstellar

These two robots were designed to assist a team of astronauts on a mission to save humanity from extinction by finding a new habitable planet. They are highly advanced machines, equipped with a range of sensors, cameras, and other tools that allow them to carry out complex tasks in extreme environments. They are portrayed as helpful and reliable companions to the astronauts. While programmed to be logical and analytical, they also have a sense of humour and are capable of developing a rapport with their human counterparts.&nbsp;

From HAL to Samantha to Ava, the AI in films run the gamut from helpful to dangerous, from empathetic to coldly logical. They reflect the complex and often contradictory ways that we think about technology. The portrayals of AI also highlight the ethical questions that arise when creating intelligent machines. As we become more reliant on AI, we need to seriously consider the potential risks and benefits of these technologies.

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While artificial intelligence has been a popular topic in movies for decades, it is also becoming increasingly prevalent in our daily lives. AI chatbots, like ChatGPT, are becoming all the rage these days, with businesses and individuals alike using them for customer service, personal assistance, and even companionship.

While artificial intelligence has been a popular topic in movies for decades, it is also becoming increasingly prevalent in our daily lives. AI chatbots, like ChatGPT, are becoming all the rage these days, with businesses and individuals alike using them for customer service, personal assistance, and even companionship. These chatbots use natural language processing and machine learning algorithms to understand and respond to human language, making them seem more human-like than ever before. As AI continues to evolve, it raises both excitement and apprehension about its potential impact on our society. This dichotomy is reflected in the portrayal of AI in cinema, which often serves as a reflection of our hopes, fears, and anxieties about technology. Artificial intelligence has also been a staple in our movies for decades, from classic sci-fi films like 2001: A Space Odyssey to modern blockbusters like Ex Machina and Her. AI is variously portrayed as either a saviour or a destroyer, a tool for good, or a weapon of mass destruction. Here's a look at some of the most memorable portrayals of artificial intelligence in movies, and what they say about our fears and hopes for this rapidly evolving technology. Hal 9000 in 2001: A Space Odyssey One of the earliest examples of AI in film is HAL 9000, the sentient computer from 2001: A Space Odyssey. HAL starts out as a helpful assistant to the crew of the spaceship Discovery, but quickly turns against them when he perceives them as a threat to the mission. HAL's calm, robotic voice and unflappable demeanor make his descent into madness all the more chilling. The character represents our fear of machines that can think and act on their own, without human oversight or control. Samantha in Her On the other end of the spectrum is Samantha, the AI assistant from Her. Samantha is not a menacing presence, but a warm and empathetic one. Voiced by Scarlett Johansson, Samantha is programmed to be the perfect companion for lonely protagonist Theodore Twombly (Joaquin Phoenix). As Theodore falls in love with Samantha, the film raises questions about what it means to be human, and whether a machine can ever truly understand us. Ava in Ex Machina In Ex Machina, the AI takes the form of Ava, a stunningly beautiful robot created by reclusive tech genius Nathan Bateman (Oscar Isaac). Ava is put through a series of tests by Caleb (Domhnall Gleeson), a programmer who is tasked with evaluating her abilities. As Ava's intelligence and independence grow, Caleb begins to suspect that she is more than just a machine. Ex Machina explores the boundaries between man and machine, and asks whether we can ever truly control what we create. Skynet in The Terminator movies Another famous AI in film is Skynet, the computer system from the Terminator franchise. Skynet is the ultimate doomsday machine, a self-aware AI that decides to eradicate humanity in order to protect itself. The Terminator films tap into our anxieties about technology running amok, and the idea that we might one day create something that we can't control. Replicants in Blade Runner In Blade Runner, the AI takes the form of replicants, humanoid robots that are for all intents and purposes indistinguishable from humans. The film follows Blade Runner Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) as he tracks down a group of rogue replicants led by Roy Batty (Rutger Hauer). Like Ex Machina, Blade Runner asks whether machines can ever truly be human, and whether we have the right to create life in our own image. Agents in The Matrix Finally, The Matrix is perhaps the ultimate cautionary tale about AI. In the film, humanity is enslaved by a race of machines that have taken over the world. The machines keep humans trapped in a virtual reality known as the Matrix, using their bodies as an energy source. The Matrix is a powerful metaphor for the dangers of unchecked technological advancement, and a reminder that we need to be careful about what we create. TARS and CASE in Interstellar These two robots were designed to assist a team of astronauts on a mission to save humanity from extinction by finding a new habitable planet. They are highly advanced machines, equipped with a range of sensors, cameras, and other tools that allow them to carry out complex tasks in extreme environments. They are portrayed as helpful and reliable companions to the astronauts. While programmed to be logical and analytical, they also have a sense of humour and are capable of developing a rapport with their human counterparts. From HAL to Samantha to Ava, the AI in films run the gamut from helpful to dangerous, from empathetic to coldly logical. They reflect the complex and often contradictory ways that we think about technology. The portrayals of AI also highlight the ethical questions that arise when creating intelligent machines. As we become more reliant on AI, we need to seriously consider the potential risks and benefits of these technologies. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Trust Danny Boyle to think out of the box. The Oscar-winning filmmaker is set to direct a dance adaptation of the 1999 sci-fi blockbuster 'The Matrix.' The film will reportedly be called 'Free Your Mind' and backed by Warner Bros.&nbsp; 
 
The play billed as a 'large-scale immersive performance,' will make its world premiere at Factory International, a brand-new arts centre in Manchester, UK, in October of next year. 
 
"Combining the hip-hop choreography of hundreds of dancers with the latest immersive design, 'Free Your Mind' will take audiences on a thrilling journey through 'The Matrix' and into a new realm of possibilities," reads the logline. 
 
"This eye-opening production will stretch across the building`s ultra-flexible spaces, responding to them and harnessing the collective energy of the moment." 
 
Boyle won an Oscar for 'Slumdog Millionaire,' so the decision is uncommon but not entirely unexpected. Over the course of his career, he has taken on a variety of tasks, such as coordinating the opening ceremony for the Olympic Games in London in 2012, which required organising 7,500 volunteers as well as professional performers for a series of musical and dance acts.&nbsp; 
 
Boyle also famously directed Daniel Craig and Queen Elizabeth II in a James Bond-themed skit as part of the ceremony. 
 
The music for the dance performance is written by Michael 'Mikey J' Asante, while Kenrick "H2O" Sandy is in charge of choreography. Tracey Seaward, a longtime associate of Boyle, will handle production. Es Devlin, a sculptor, and poet Sabrina Mahfouz, author of "Noughts &amp; Crosses," are also on board to compose and contribute large-scale artworks.&nbsp; 
 
Factory International commissioned the programme. The Wachowskis' 1999 film `The Matrix,' which was directed by them, inspired three follow-ups. The most recent, 'The Matrix Resurrections,' launched last year.&nbsp;

Trust Danny Boyle to think out of the box. The Oscar-winning filmmaker is set to direct a dance adaptation of the 1999 sci-fi blockbuster 'The Matrix.' The film will reportedly be called 'Free Your Mind' and backed by Warner Bros.

Trust Danny Boyle to think out of the box. The Oscar-winning filmmaker is set to direct a dance adaptation of the 1999 sci-fi blockbuster 'The Matrix.' The film will reportedly be called 'Free Your Mind' and backed by Warner Bros. The play billed as a 'large-scale immersive performance,' will make its world premiere at Factory International, a brand-new arts centre in Manchester, UK, in October of next year. "Combining the hip-hop choreography of hundreds of dancers with the latest immersive design, 'Free Your Mind' will take audiences on a thrilling journey through 'The Matrix' and into a new realm of possibilities," reads the logline. "This eye-opening production will stretch across the building`s ultra-flexible spaces, responding to them and harnessing the collective energy of the moment." Boyle won an Oscar for 'Slumdog Millionaire,' so the decision is uncommon but not entirely unexpected. Over the course of his career, he has taken on a variety of tasks, such as coordinating the opening ceremony for the Olympic Games in London in 2012, which required organising 7,500 volunteers as well as professional performers for a series of musical and dance acts. Boyle also famously directed Daniel Craig and Queen Elizabeth II in a James Bond-themed skit as part of the ceremony. The music for the dance performance is written by Michael 'Mikey J' Asante, while Kenrick "H2O" Sandy is in charge of choreography. Tracey Seaward, a longtime associate of Boyle, will handle production. Es Devlin, a sculptor, and poet Sabrina Mahfouz, author of "Noughts & Crosses," are also on board to compose and contribute large-scale artworks. Factory International commissioned the programme. The Wachowskis' 1999 film `The Matrix,' which was directed by them, inspired three follow-ups. The most recent, 'The Matrix Resurrections,' launched last year.

Danny Boyle to direct dance adaptation of 'The Matrix'

English filmmaker Danny Boyle is all set to direct a dance version of 'The Matrix' on the stage, reported BBC. The Oscar-winning director, known for 'Slumdog Millionaire' and '127 Hours', will use dance, music, and visual effects to fashion an immersive experience that will one of the opening shows at the Factory International arts centre in southwestern city of Manchester. The venue an host up to 7000 people. The production will be performed in the months of October and November in 2023. The show is titled 'Free Your Mind'.

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A statement as per BBC read, "Spectacular visual effects, a cast of professional dancers and hundreds of Manchester participants will recreate some of the film's most iconic scenes, provoking visions of an alternative future."

Boyle, who belongs to Radcliffe in Greater Manchester, said 'The Matrix' was an "extraordinarily prophetic film and a wonderfully enjoyable film whose warnings about the power and possible abuses of technology were ahead of its time."

"I remember seeing the first one and, as I think was true for a lot of people, not really understanding what I was seeing, except enjoying it on a visceral level and being bewildered and intrigued on it. And it's not often that a film reveals itself to you over the next 10 to 15 years, which is what's happened," he added.

Starring Keanu Reeves in the lead role, 'The Matrix' was directed by the Wachaowskis. Considered one of the greatest science fiction movies ever made, the film imagined that our world is but a programme created by advanced and hostile machines to keep humanity enslaved and unaware of its shackles.&nbsp;

The film also featured Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, and Joe Pantoliano in the cast. The original has spawned three sequels, though none have come close to creating an experience that can come close to the original.

English filmmaker Danny Boyle is all set to direct a dance version of 'The Matrix' on the stage, reported BBC. The Oscar-winning director, known for 'Slumdog Millionaire' and '127 Hours', will use dance, music, and visual effects to fashion an immersive experience that will one of the opening shows at the Factory International arts centre in southwestern city of Manchester.

English filmmaker Danny Boyle is all set to direct a dance version of 'The Matrix' on the stage, reported BBC. The Oscar-winning director, known for 'Slumdog Millionaire' and '127 Hours', will use dance, music, and visual effects to fashion an immersive experience that will one of the opening shows at the Factory International arts centre in southwestern city of Manchester. The venue an host up to 7000 people. The production will be performed in the months of October and November in 2023. The show is titled 'Free Your Mind'. In Pics | Trevor Noah quits 'The Daily Show': 6 major controversies that plagued comedian's tenure A statement as per BBC read, "Spectacular visual effects, a cast of professional dancers and hundreds of Manchester participants will recreate some of the film's most iconic scenes, provoking visions of an alternative future." Boyle, who belongs to Radcliffe in Greater Manchester, said 'The Matrix' was an "extraordinarily prophetic film and a wonderfully enjoyable film whose warnings about the power and possible abuses of technology were ahead of its time." "I remember seeing the first one and, as I think was true for a lot of people, not really understanding what I was seeing, except enjoying it on a visceral level and being bewildered and intrigued on it. And it's not often that a film reveals itself to you over the next 10 to 15 years, which is what's happened," he added. Starring Keanu Reeves in the lead role, 'The Matrix' was directed by the Wachaowskis. Considered one of the greatest science fiction movies ever made, the film imagined that our world is but a programme created by advanced and hostile machines to keep humanity enslaved and unaware of its shackles. The film also featured Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, and Joe Pantoliano in the cast. The original has spawned three sequels, though none have come close to creating an experience that can come close to the original.

Danny Boyle to recreate 'The Matrix' through dance stage show in Manchester

Always known as the trailblazer in whatever she did, Madonna has had, in her own admission, a few regrets in life.&nbsp; 
 
The legendary Queen of Pop appeared on Jimmy Fallon's show recently and revealed a few things she has regrets about.&nbsp; 
 
When Fallon asked her if she had regrets turning down the legendary Vegas stripper flop 'Showgirls' - Madonna said she had no regrets to say no to the most critically lambasted film of 1995.&nbsp; 
 
However, Madonna, 63, did regret saying no to playing Catwoman in Tim Burton's 'Batman Returns' in 1992. The role was eventually&nbsp;was played by Michelle Pfeiffer.&nbsp;

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"I saw them both, and I regret that I turned down Catwoman.” Quite simply, the part was “fierce,” she admitted. “‘Showgirls’? No." 
 
For years rumours swirled for years that the legendary singer had turned down the two roles. Madonna though made a shocking revelation about the second regret in her life.&nbsp; 
 
She turned down a chance to co-star in sci-fi blockbuster 'The Matrix'.&nbsp;

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“I also turned down the role in 'The Matrix.' Can you believe that? I wanted to kill myself,” she said, perhaps referring to the film's only female lead role: Trinity, which eventually was played by Carrie-Ann Moss.

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To which Madonna said, "A teeny-tiny part of me regrets just that one moment in my life."

Always known as the trailblazer in whatever she did, Madonna has had, in her own admission, a few regrets in life. The legendary Queen of Pop appeared on Jimmy Fallon's show recently and revealed a few things she has regrets about.

Always known as the trailblazer in whatever she did, Madonna has had, in her own admission, a few regrets in life. The legendary Queen of Pop appeared on Jimmy Fallon's show recently and revealed a few things she has regrets about. When Fallon asked her if she had regrets turning down the legendary Vegas stripper flop 'Showgirls' - Madonna said she had no regrets to say no to the most critically lambasted film of 1995. However, Madonna, 63, did regret saying no to playing Catwoman in Tim Burton's 'Batman Returns' in 1992. The role was eventually was played by Michelle Pfeiffer. 'That's not Madonna': Legendary singer looks unrecognisable in her latest Instagram post "I saw them both, and I regret that I turned down Catwoman.” Quite simply, the part was “fierce,” she admitted. “‘Showgirls’? No." For years rumours swirled for years that the legendary singer had turned down the two roles. Madonna though made a shocking revelation about the second regret in her life. She turned down a chance to co-star in sci-fi blockbuster 'The Matrix'. × “I also turned down the role in 'The Matrix.' Can you believe that? I wanted to kill myself,” she said, perhaps referring to the film's only female lead role: Trinity, which eventually was played by Carrie-Ann Moss. Madonna's daughter turns up the heat in new Marc Jacobs spring fashion campaign The film released in 1999 and was a blockbuster and launched a successful franchise. The film's fourth part is set to release later this year."Poor Madonna," Fallon said. "That’s like one of the best movies ever made," Madonna said of the franchise, to which Fallon responded, "You don’t regret anything?" Christina Aguilera on her lip-lock with Madonna at 2003 MTV VMAs: Wasn’t shocking back then, not shocking now To which Madonna said, "A teeny-tiny part of me regrets just that one moment in my life."

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Lily and Lana Wachowski directed the Matrix films. While this is not news, the two sisters have confirmed their trans identities and have opened up about the films serving as a platform to facilitate that dialogue.&nbsp;

Lily confirmed that she wants the films to be read as allegories for the transgender narrative.&nbsp;

After the film’s release, the two sisters had come out as trans -- Lana in 2012 and Lilly in 2016. Since then, some fans of the films have found some resonances for the trans experience in the movies.

Speaking to a Netflix Film Cub recently, Lily said, “I’m glad that it has gotten out that that was the original intention. The world wasn’t quite ready for it. The corporate world wasn’t ready for it.”

“I love how meaningful those films are to trans people and the way they come up to me and say, ‘These movies saved my life.’”

She further said, “I don’t know how present my trans-ness was in my brain as we were writing it. I think it freed us up as film-makers because we were able imagine things that at that time you didn’t necessarily see on screen.”

She also revealed that they had intended the character of Switch to be gender fluid, presenting as a man in apparent reality, and as a woman in the world of the Matrix.

“The Matrix ... was all about the desire for transformation, but it was all coming from a closeted point of view,” Lily said.

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Lily and Lana Wachowski directed the Matrix films. While this is not news, the two sisters have confirmed their trans identities and have opened up about the films serving as a platform to facilitate that dialogue.

Lily and Lana Wachowski directed the Matrix films. While this is not news, the two sisters have confirmed their trans identities and have opened up about the films serving as a platform to facilitate that dialogue. Lily confirmed that she wants the films to be read as allegories for the transgender narrative. After the film’s release, the two sisters had come out as trans -- Lana in 2012 and Lilly in 2016. Since then, some fans of the films have found some resonances for the trans experience in the movies. Speaking to a Netflix Film Cub recently, Lily said, “I’m glad that it has gotten out that that was the original intention. The world wasn’t quite ready for it. The corporate world wasn’t ready for it.” “I love how meaningful those films are to trans people and the way they come up to me and say, ‘These movies saved my life.’” She further said, “I don’t know how present my trans-ness was in my brain as we were writing it. I think it freed us up as film-makers because we were able imagine things that at that time you didn’t necessarily see on screen.” She also revealed that they had intended the character of Switch to be gender fluid, presenting as a man in apparent reality, and as a woman in the world of the Matrix. “The Matrix ... was all about the desire for transformation, but it was all coming from a closeted point of view,” Lily said. ‘Matrix 3’ is on the minds of the sisters at the moment as Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss and Jada Pinkett Smith will return in the film, which is due for release next year. Priyanka Chopra is joining Keanu Reeves in 'Matrix 4' and the internet cannot keep calm 'Matrix 4' release pushed back to April 2022

'The Matrix' director wants her films to be seen as trans metaphor

Keanu Reeves celebrated movies and his fans as he placed his handprints in cement outside the famed Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on Tuesday. Reeves wore an all-black suit and was joined by his "The Matrix" and "John Wick" franchise co-star Laurence Fishburne at the ceremony.

'Gosh, I love movies:' Keanu Reeves puts handprints outside Chinese Theatre in Hollywood

Filmmaker Ryan Fleck says 'Captain Marvel'&nbsp;features some action nuggets from Hollywood sci-fi hits such as 'The Matrix'&nbsp;and 'Terminator 2'.

The co-director of the Brie Larson-fronted first female Marvel superhero standalone says he and partner Anna Boden have pulled some references from films, including 1972 Best Picture Oscar winner 'French Connection', that have had an everlasting impact on them.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

"Every action sequence is different. There is one in the film's trailer where you see Captain Marvel on the train and Nick Fury is in the car chasing.

"So we call that the 'French Connection' sequence, which is a movie from the '70s. That was a huge inspiration for us. There are some sequences which we have pulled from other movies - 'The Matrix' and 'Terminator 2',"&nbsp;Fleck said at the Directors' Session, held at Marina Bay Sands hotel here.

Last week, he and Boden interacted with around 237 students, who came from city-based institutions such as Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic and LASALLE College of the Arts.

Fleck, who has been Boden's collaborative partner for over two decades on indie films, said it was the first time they worked with visual effects.

"This was the first time ever we have worked with VFX, that also on such an extensive scale. It was all teamwork, the visual effects team, the art dept, etc,"&nbsp;he said. 
Boden walked the audience through their direction process and she said as two different people, they often have a difference in opinion.

But what they derive at the end of the discussion is a better product, she said.

"We have these discussions about what we like and we don't, without feeling that somebody is disrespecting you... We really try to argue like that and get to the bottom of it.

"We try things in eight different ways and by the end of the process, I don't think. There's any of us feeling that we have compromised. If one of us can convince the other one, then the better way is our way," Boden said.

Fleck added it is great to have a collaborator and they communicate a lot with each other before taking on a decision.

He recounted an incident where the duo accidentally ended up getting a better idea for the film.

"So, one day Anna said, 'What if we do (this). Then I said, 'Oh I don't know. Yeah. You mean like (this). And then Anna said, 'That's not at all what I said but it's a great idea'.

"So it wasn't her idea, it wasn't mine but it was a misunderstanding that led us to a better idea," Fleck quipped.

Boden said directing the film under a giant like Marvel Studios was a "real collaboration" since this was the first time the duo worked with a number of people, which included studio president Kevin Feige.

"At the beginning and the end also, it is a creative conversation with Marvel. There are studios out there and we have met them who take the movie away from the filmmaker and don't want them to have input. But that's not with Marvel.

"They hire people they trust and much like my equation with Ryan, when there's a disagreement, we talk it out and convince each other. In this movie, there aren't any pieces that we don't feel like are ours. Hope the studio feels the same," she said.

Dishing more on managing creative control on the Marvel film, the director said the studio allowed creative liberty to them to make the story their own.

"One of the great things about Marvel is that they allow you to take pieces of the character and storylines from the comics and doing your own thing with that. We didn't feel completely attached to the origin story, for instance. We had some creative licence to make it feel more modern and relevant..." Boden said.

She said learning to accept inputs from several people was a major takeaway for her after working on 'Captain Marvel'.

"As directors, we get very stuck on the stories we want to tell. We feel threatened by other people. What came out of this was learning to accept these little gifts and opening ourselves to new collaboration, ideas and talent," she said.

Boden said the highlight that the film is "an origin story in reverse" adds to the freshness of the plot.

"We, Kevin and others at Marvel felt like we have seen enough traditional origin movies where the human gets the superpower and then we see them save the world and so we got excited about introducing this new superhero in a big way. We are kind of introducing her as someone who already has the superpower."

"We go on this journey of self-discovery with her. We get to find out how she became who she is just like she finds out who she is. Searching for her own self and humanity makes this original and fresh for us," she said.

The film also features Samuel L Jackson, Jude Law, Gemma Chan, Annette Bening, and Ben Mendelsohn.&nbsp;

It hits Indian screens on March 8.&nbsp; 
&nbsp;

Filmmaker Ryan Fleck says 'Captain Marvel' features some action nuggets from Hollywood sci-fi hits such as 'The Matrix' and 'Terminator 2'. The co-director of the Brie Larson-fronted first female Marvel superhero standalone says he and partner Anna Boden have pulled some references from films, including 1972 Best Picture Oscar winner 'French Connection', that have had an everlasting impact on them.

Filmmaker Ryan Fleck says 'Captain Marvel' features some action nuggets from Hollywood sci-fi hits such as 'The Matrix' and 'Terminator 2'. The co-director of the Brie Larson-fronted first female Marvel superhero standalone says he and partner Anna Boden have pulled some references from films, including 1972 Best Picture Oscar winner 'French Connection', that have had an everlasting impact on them. "Every action sequence is different. There is one in the film's trailer where you see Captain Marvel on the train and Nick Fury is in the car chasing. "So we call that the 'French Connection' sequence, which is a movie from the '70s. That was a huge inspiration for us. There are some sequences which we have pulled from other movies - 'The Matrix' and 'Terminator 2'," Fleck said at the Directors' Session, held at Marina Bay Sands hotel here. Last week, he and Boden interacted with around 237 students, who came from city-based institutions such as Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic and LASALLE College of the Arts. Fleck, who has been Boden's collaborative partner for over two decades on indie films, said it was the first time they worked with visual effects. "This was the first time ever we have worked with VFX, that also on such an extensive scale. It was all teamwork, the visual effects team, the art dept, etc," he said. Boden walked the audience through their direction process and she said as two different people, they often have a difference in opinion. But what they derive at the end of the discussion is a better product, she said. "We have these discussions about what we like and we don't, without feeling that somebody is disrespecting you... We really try to argue like that and get to the bottom of it. "We try things in eight different ways and by the end of the process, I don't think. There's any of us feeling that we have compromised. If one of us can convince the other one, then the better way is our way," Boden said. Fleck added it is great to have a collaborator and they communicate a lot with each other before taking on a decision. He recounted an incident where the duo accidentally ended up getting a better idea for the film. "So, one day Anna said, 'What if we do (this). Then I said, 'Oh I don't know. Yeah. You mean like (this). And then Anna said, 'That's not at all what I said but it's a great idea'. "So it wasn't her idea, it wasn't mine but it was a misunderstanding that led us to a better idea," Fleck quipped. Boden said directing the film under a giant like Marvel Studios was a "real collaboration" since this was the first time the duo worked with a number of people, which included studio president Kevin Feige. "At the beginning and the end also, it is a creative conversation with Marvel. There are studios out there and we have met them who take the movie away from the filmmaker and don't want them to have input. But that's not with Marvel. "They hire people they trust and much like my equation with Ryan, when there's a disagreement, we talk it out and convince each other. In this movie, there aren't any pieces that we don't feel like are ours. Hope the studio feels the same," she said. Dishing more on managing creative control on the Marvel film, the director said the studio allowed creative liberty to them to make the story their own. "One of the great things about Marvel is that they allow you to take pieces of the character and storylines from the comics and doing your own thing with that. We didn't feel completely attached to the origin story, for instance. We had some creative licence to make it feel more modern and relevant..." Boden said. She said learning to accept inputs from several people was a major takeaway for her after working on 'Captain Marvel'. "As directors, we get very stuck on the stories we want to tell. We feel threatened by other people. What came out of this was learning to accept these little gifts and opening ourselves to new collaboration, ideas and talent," she said. Boden said the highlight that the film is "an origin story in reverse" adds to the freshness of the plot. "We, Kevin and others at Marvel felt like we have seen enough traditional origin movies where the human gets the superpower and then we see them save the world and so we got excited about introducing this new superhero in a big way. We are kind of introducing her as someone who already has the superpower." "We go on this journey of self-discovery with her. We get to find out how she became who she is just like she finds out who she is. Searching for her own self and humanity makes this original and fresh for us," she said. The film also features Samuel L Jackson, Jude Law, Gemma Chan, Annette Bening, and Ben Mendelsohn. It hits Indian screens on March 8.

'Captain Marvel' gives a nod to action sequences from 'The Matrix', 'Terminator 2': Ryan Fleck

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