The Matrix Before The Matrix: Movies That Got There First

The Matrix wasn't the first movie to explore simulated reality, virtual worlds, artificial intelligence, and the question of whether reality itself can be trusted. In this episode of Theatrical Conjecture & Dissertation (TCAD), Don and Cherrae revisit the overlooked science fiction films that laid the groundwork for one of the most influential movies ever made, including Dark City, The Thirteenth Floor, Total Recall, and other forgotten sci-fi classics. One of these films is so strikingly similar to The Matrix that it feels like an alternate version of the same story. We break down the themes, compare the films, and ask why The Matrix became a cultural phenomenon while so many of its predecessors faded into obscurity.Email us TCADPodcast@gmail.comLeave a Voicemail ‪ (213) 866-7928‬Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/blerdylaundryFollow Don https://twitter.com/TCADPodcastFollow Cherrae https://www.instagram.com/cherraeokaay/Hit us up on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TCADPODCAST/Other shows: Science Fiction fun: https://goodmorningantioch.com/CategoryEntertainment