What is The Matrix?

When all is said and done, The Matrix is an awesome movie that deserves to be considered part of filmmaking's cannon of greats. But, with its lackluster sequels, the Matrix "franchise" shot itself in the foot and, in so doing, diminished its ability to truly persevere in the heart and mind of the collective movie culture. (Much like Star Wars.)

Besides the original film's contribution to filmmaking, and its ground-breaking special effects, I think The Matrix will be best remembered as the ultimate "meta screen saver". Simply put: What is The Matrix? The ultimate, self-referential screen saver.

If you're running OS X, check out this screen saver, which is the best Matrix screen saver I've seen so far. For optimal movie-like effect, change the color setting to dark green.