Will Smith Cryptically Teases New Matrix Project
- Will Smith was offered the role of Neo in The Matrix in 1997, as shown in a clip posted on his Instagram page.
- Warner Bros. Announced that a new Matrix movie is in development, but Will Smith is not currently involved, according to sources from Variety.
- Will Smith explained that he turned down the role of Neo because he did not understand the concept at the time, stating, 'They're geniuses, but there's a fine line in a pitch meeting.'
- A new report indicates that Will Smith's recent tease may be related to an upcoming musical project rather than a role in the Matrix franchise.
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Will Smith set the internet ablaze with speculation about his potential involvement in a new Matrix movie after posting a cryptic Instagram message referencing the iconic sci-fi franchise. However, insiders have now confirmed that the actor is not part of the upcoming project. Smith’s post, written in Matrix-style font, revisited his decision to pass on the role of Neo in 1999. “In 1997, the Wachowski’s offered Will Smith the role of Neo in The …
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