Dec 2021

1h 14m

‘The Matrix Resurrections’ and the Wacho...

About this episode

‘The Matrix Resurrections’ is out in theaters and streaming on HBO Max. Sean and Amanda talk about the film, the franchise (1:00), and the Wachowskis cinematic experience (43:00). Joining them is Ringer staff writer Rob Mahoney.

Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins

Guest: Rob Mahoney

Producer: Bobby Wagner

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