It’s not widely known, but instructors sometimes construct lessons around films when they need an uncomplicated class period. They stash these away for times when they aren't feeling well, or if they stayed up late following election results, or perhaps because they were out drinking and goofing off with college buddies—roommates who are still around since being single makes having roommates a bit more enjoyable. …

"Not everyone shares your beliefs," Commander Lock states, and Morpheus responds that his beliefs don’t require such agreement. Throughout "The Matrix Reloaded," characters frequently deliver lengthy speeches reminiscent of Laurence Olivier's honorary Oscar acceptance—a moment famously interrupted by Jon Voight’s reaction on television, but later appearing as elaborate prose. These pronouncements may lack concrete me…