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A Detective Story

2003-04-04 · 10 min · ★ 7.2

Science Fiction · Animation · Crime

A private detective is hired to find the elusive computer hacker "Trinity." Part of the Animatrix collection of animated shorts in the Matrix universe.

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Directors
Shinichiro Watanabe
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STUDIO4℃
Countries
Japan
Status
Released

Top Cast

James Arnold TaylorJames Arnold TaylorAsh (voice)
Carrie-Anne MossCarrie-Anne MossTrinity (voice)
Terrence 'T.C.' CarsonTerrence 'T.C.' CarsonClarence (voice)
Matt McKenzieMatt McKenzieAgent (voice)

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