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Michael
The Matrix
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Comparing Michael vs The Matrix. The Matrix leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Michael
7.5/10Biography, Drama, Music
The Matrix
8.7/10Action, Sci-Fi
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Critic vs Audience
| Specification | Michael | The Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | Lionsgate Films / GK Films / Optimum Productions | Warner Bros. Pictures |
| Franchise | — | The Matrix |
| Release Date | 2026-04-24 | 1999-03-31 |
| Runtime | 127 min | 136 min |
| Certification | PG | R |
| Genres | Biography, Drama, Music | Action, Sci-Fi |
| Director(s) | — | — |
| Lead Cast | Jaafar Jackson, Juliano Krue Valdi, Colman Domingo, Nia Long, Miles Teller | Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, Joe Pantoliano |
| Critic Rating | 7.5/10 | 8.7/10 |
| Audience Rating | — | — |
| Review Count | 0 | 0 |
| Page Views | 27 | 103 |
| Budget | $200,000,000 | $63,000,000 |
| Worldwide Gross | $1,001,600,000 | $467,222,728 |
| Awards | 0 | 14 |
| Available On | — | Max, Prime Video, Apple TV, FindEdition |
| Pros | Jaafar Jackson's committed central performance; Iconic Michael Jackson music and performance recreations; Strong global... | Groundbreaking bullet time VFX; Iconic cast and characters; Philosophical depth beneath spectacle; Revolutionary martial... |
| Cons | The film's selective timeline has generated criticism; Some critics found the portrayal overly controlled or sanitized;... | Dense exposition in third act; Some dated CGI in places; Sequel expectations overshadow standalone story for new viewers |
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