The Matrix Resurrections: 25 WTF Moments
8. The New Matrix Is Powered By Misery
During the bullet time scene, the Analyst also explains the mechanics behind his new version of the Matrix, namely that it's powered by misery and manipulation, because the more they toy with the inhabitants of the Matrix, the more energy they end up producing.
The Analyst further explains that he's been setting productivity records ever since he took over from the Architect, and it's been easier than ever because there's been no resistance.
The key? Keeping Neo and Trinity blissfully ignorant in the Matrix, unconsciously yearning for one another but never being able to put their fingers on that missing piece.
Their suppressed feelings represent the desire and fear that defines all of humanity and seemingly keeps the Matrix chugging along nicely. Or something.
It's a convoluted explanation for sure, largely designed to facilitate Neo and Trinity using The Power of Love at the end of the film to defeat the Analyst. Yup.