10 Most Incredible Practical Effects In Sci-Fi Movie History

10. The Crushed Car - The Matrix Reloaded

The Matrix is hailed as one of the most revolutionary sci-fil films of all time. The same can't be said about its sequels which were let down by absurd plotholes, dull dialogue, and ropey CGI. However, the freeway chase in The Matrix Reloaded, which resulted in over 300 cars getting totalled, required far less computer effects than you would imagine.

One shot which stands out is when Agent Johnson leaps onto a vehicle with such force, the bonnet is completely crushed. This creates a shockwave which causes multiple cars to fly into the air. Amazingly, the only object that is CGI in this shot is the agent.

The crew designed a self-driving car with a bonnet which collapsed at the press of a button. The automobiles in the background were hurled upwards using hidden ramps and air cannons.

There is no question that some of the visual effects in The Matrix Reloaded don't hold a candle to its predecessor. But props have to be given for the visual effects team since most viewers didn't realise how much was achieved without the aid of a computer.