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Baruzzo.org - http://www.baruzzo.org/
Easter eggs in images lead to sites that deal with some of the issues presented in the film.

Evil Demons, Saviors, and Simulacra in The Matrix - http://home.comcast.net/~crapsonline/Library/matrix.html
Article by Doug Mann and Heidi Hochenedel examines three philosophical and spiritual themes explored within the film.

Gnosticism Reborn - http://www.mindmined.com/public_library/nonfiction/jake_horsley_gnosticism_reborn.html
Discusses the film as a Shamanic journey, by Jason Wynd and Jake Horsley.

H2so4 Magazine - The Pornocracy of "Fate": Moms' Tricks in The Matrix - http://h2so4.net/politics/matrix.html
Philosophical essay about the saviour theme in The Matrix, by Matt George.

Heaven.net: The Matrix - http://www.heaven.net.nz/writings/thematrix.htm
Essay focusing on the idea that the movie's popularity is due to a lack of spirituality in the general population.

http://www.sizemore.freeuk.com/matrix1.htm - http://www.sizemore.freeuk.com/matrix1.htm
Essay discussing the usage of hackers in the film, Hollywood stereotypes, and thoughts about virtual reality and cyberspace.

Is "The Matrix" Gnostic or Christian? - http://decentfilms.com/commentary/matrixissues.html
Detailed comparison between Gnostic and Christian influences in the film, by Steven D. Greydanus.

Metaphilm: The Matrix - http://www.metaphilm.com/philms/matrix1.html
Essay analyzes the movie with a focus on personal identity, the role of technology, questioning reality, and Marshall McLuhan.

Nonduality Salon: The Matrix - http://www.nonduality.com/matrix.htm
Discussion of the movie focusing on non-dual themes and concepts.

Outside the Lie - http://members.tripod.com/taketheredpill/
Outlines the parallels of the film with the Christian faith in an attempt to convert users.

Strange New World - http://www.philosophersnet.com/games/matrix_start.htm
A philosophical interactive puzzle based on the film's scenario. [Requires Flash plugin]

The Matrix and Quantum Consciousness - http://valdostamuseum.org/hamsmith/Matrix.html
Detailed analysis of the film's ideas, utilizing explanations from the fields of quantum physics and artificial intelligence.

The Matrix as Messiah Movie - http://awesomehouse.com/
Site examines the parallels between Neo's character development and the life of Jesus Christ.

The Matrix: A Study in Homoeroticism - http://www.epinions.com/content_28377714308
Article by Mr. Eyore from Epinions.com.

The Mayertrix - http://www.angelfire.com/oz/mayertrix0/
Explores the possible connection between John Mayer's music and the film. Includes sound clips, lyrics, and links.

The Red Pill Project - http://theredpillproject.tripod.com/
Attempts to approach the details of the film in a rational and scientific manner. Articles, project information, and links.

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