The Films of The Wachowskis (The Films of... Book 6)

The Wachowski siblings, Lana (formerly Larry), and Lilly (formerly Andy) have directed only seven films in a career spanning two decades, but their work has left an indelible mark on cinema history. Although impressive, their 1996 debut feature, the darkly twisted Noir thriller, Bound, gave no indication of the mind-bending Science Fiction classic, The Matrix, that was to follow in 1999. The Wachowskis followed the global success of this movie with a further two equally successful instalments. Since the completion of The Matrix trilogy, they have continued to provide moviegoers with a dazzlingly inventive body of work, and each new release of their work is awaited with eager anticipation.
All of these movies and more are featured in The Films of The Wachowskis, the sixth in a series of e-books reviewing the films of the world’s greatest stars and directors. The Films of The Wachowskis reviews every theatrical feature made by the siblings, from 1996’s Bound to 2015’s Jupiter Ascending, in an accessible, informative and often thought-provoking fashion. However, The Films of The Wachowskis is more than a simple appreciation of their work – flaws and failings are highlighted with the same level of insight as the unique talents that have seen the siblings become major filmmakers. The author’s sincere hope is that each review will help both casual movie–watchers and film buffs alike to make informed decisions about which gems to make time for – and which duds to avoid…