Director
Lana Wachowski
Born 21 June 1965 · Chicago, Illinois, USA
Lana Wachowski is an American director, writer and producer, born in Chicago. With her sister Lilly, she co-created The Matrix franchise, a landmark of science-fiction cinema known for its visual effects and philosophical themes. She also directed Bound, Cloud Atlas and Speed Racer.
Key films
Bound (1996)
Her debut feature as director, a stylish neo-noir thriller that established the Wachowskis' visual flair.
The Matrix (1999)
Groundbreaking sci-fi hit that popularised bullet-time effects and reshaped modern action cinema.
The Matrix Reloaded (2003)
Large-scale sequel that expanded the franchise's world and action spectacle.
Cloud Atlas (2012)
Ambitious multi-era adaptation showing her interest in interconnected stories and identity.
The Matrix Resurrections (2021)
Her solo-directed return to the franchise, reflecting on the series and its legacy.
Key awards
No major awards are documented here.
On Cinespective
Full filmography · 16
- 1996BoundDirector
- 1999The MatrixDirector
- 1999Making "The Matrix" · as SelfActor
- 2001The Matrix Revisited · as Self - DirectorActor
- 2003The Matrix ReloadedDirector
- 2003The Matrix RevolutionsDirector
- 2003Executions: The Making of 'The Animatrix' · as SelfActor
- 2004The Matrix Revolutions Revisited · as Self - DirectorActor
- 2004The Matrix Reloaded Revisited · as Self - DirectorActor
- 2008Speed RacerDirector
- 2012Cloud AtlasDirector
- 2012Side by Side · as SelfActor
- 2013Cloud Atlas: Everything Is ConnectedActor
- 2015Jupiter AscendingDirector
- 2021The Matrix ResurrectionsDirector
- 2025What is an Ocean… Reconnecting the Cast and Crew of Cloud Atlas · as Self - IntervieweeActor
Filmography data from TMDB. The profile text is a draft written for Cinespective.