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Irony of The Matrix Within the action context of The Matrix (Larry Wachowski and Andy Wachowski, 1999) lies a strong philosophical background. Yet this philosophical theme contradicts the goals and morals of the characters within. The goal of the characters is to free people from the evils of the Matrix. Yet, the emptiness of the real world cannot be compared to the beauty of the program world. The movie implies the idea that ignorance is bliss. There is no point in rescuing humanity when their dreams are better than their actual lives. When Neo first enters Zion, he realizes his appearance has completely changed. His muscles are small and weak and he needs time to build up his strength. His eyes are sensitive, his hair is thin, and his clothing is no better than rags. The food he has to consume is usually unappetizing. His shelter is small, dirty, and uncomfortable. The Matrix, however, has sunlight, people, automobiles, entertainment, and other various things that Zion lacks. In the Matrix people suffer from responsibility such as paying taxes, taking their children to school, etc. Zion gives its resident the burden of freeing others from the Matrix. Compared to the goals of the people living in Zion, the responsib