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| - The Matrix in a Matrix (MIAM) was a popular fan speculation which circulated after the release of The Matrix Reloaded in discussions online. The theory was that the Real World was not actually real, but rather another level of the Matrix simulation: i.e. the Redpills were always remaining in the Matrix, and everything regarding their Extraction, Zion etc were also a simulation. This theory expected a possible major turnover in the next movie, The Matrix Revolutions, which would eventually reveal the truth. The hints which originated and fueled the theory were mainly these two elements of Reloaded:
* Smith is shown to possess programs or Bluepills alike inside the Matrix; yet he managed to possess Bane, who was not part of the Matrix, and the possession persisted even after he jacked out.
* Neo is seen at the end of the movie to be able to disable the Sentinels by telekinesis, manipulating the "real" world as he was doing with the bullets inside the Matrix. Fans were divided into sides, others arguing that Zion and the Real World were not real but digital; others argued that the theory was unnecessarily complex. Both sides isolated elements (hints in dialogue, symbolism, colors, the trailers of Revolutions) to support their position.
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