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#28 - The Matrix (1999)

Writers/Blockbusters Screenwriting Podcast

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How to Write Sci-Fi Solutions to Universal Truths

Bob Odenkirk: "I think that's why he is so important and such an important character is without him. The movie wouldn't be anywhere near as philosophically interesting or whatever you want to say because the opposite side wouldn't be presented" He also feels like they give him the moment that is extremely validating to Nio's story, which is his line just, how can he be the one if he's dead? You know what I mean? That line always brings out to be like, and then instantly he gets shot. It validates us. We know what's going to happen.

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