Religious and Spiritual Themes in Film: The Matrix Trilogy (1999-2003)

The Matrix films are packed with religious and spiritual themes/symbolism including Adam figures, Christ figures, apocalyptic themes, baptism, call, empowerment, confrontation with evil, Eucharist/Communion, the Exodus story, female images of the Divine, John the Baptist, Judas, rebirth, resurrection, Savior figures, sacred land, transformation, suffering servants, and sacrifice.
Name: Religious and Spiritual Themes in Film: The Matrix Trilogy (1999-2003)
Course Number: SSOL-POP 0026
Course Time: DIY Course
Course ID: 00083
Course Days: DIY Course
Notes: Watch this film triology to deepen your own spiritual journey and/or utilize these movies to create an educational event in your own religious community.

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Matrix (1999)
A computer hacker learns from mysterious rebels about the true nature of his reality and his role in the war against its controllers.

The Matrix Reloaded (2003)
Neo and the rebel leaders estimate that they have 72 hours until 250,000 probes discover Zion and destroy it and its inhabitants. During this, Neo must decide how he can save Trinity from a dark fate in his dreams.

The Matrix Revolutions (2003)
The human city of Zion defends itself against the massive invasion of the machines as Neo fights to end the war at another front while also opposing the rogue Agent Smith.

 
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