The actor reportedly refrains from speaking about politics in general.
"The Matrix" Changed My Life – Keanu Reeves shares fond memories of his most iconic films
Keanu Reeves starred in one of the most important films of the 2000s, The Matrix. The sci-fi film redefined pop culture and brought several strands of philosophy into the mainstream. Reeves' role as Neo became a pop culture staple and remains one of his most popular characters to date.
Other elements from the film have also far outlived the franchise itself. Terms like 'red pill', 'the matrix' and 'free the mind' have entered the public conversation as well as political agendas. Reeves was reportedly not too happy with how they were used today.
The Wachowski's The Matrix films have long been analyzed and broken down due to the insane depth of storytelling and hints they left in the films. The film explores several philosophies, from Jean Baudrillard to the Gita through the lens of an apocalypse and a simulated reality.
