10 Most Awesome Fistfights In Movie History
6. The Matrix - Neo Vs. Agent Smith
Many people would love to learn a martial art. If only it were as simple pumping the information directly into your brain.
As soon as The Matrix audiences heard the iconic phrase "I know Kung Fu", they must have known they were in for some heart-racing fight scenes; The Matrix does not disappoint. While the Morpheus training Neo scene dazzles with clean editing and impressive wirework, the story element to Neo's stand-off with Agent Smith edges the scene to this top spot.
After being cornered by Agent Smith in the subway, a proven unbeatable opponent, Neo has a chance to run for a chance at safety. Yet Neo still stays behind; he's beginning to believe.
After some brief gunplay, the two do away with the firearms in an archetypal 'Heroes Fight Barehanded' trope and get ready to exchange fists. Despite Neo getting beaten down again and again, he pushes back up, landing solid hits on Agent Smith. While he doesn't quite come out on top, it's an impressive display of resolve that inches Neo closer to fulfilling his place as The One.