Watch 1984: THE MATRIX Poetry Reading:

Poem performed by actor Geoff Mays

1) What is the theme of your poem?

The theme of my poem is the matrix. It exposes the set of devices created by its architects to manage command and regulate our behavior.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch
your poetry reading?

I do not have any specific expectation from readers or listeners; I just hope they’ll share the poem to the maximum people possible so that it catches the attention of someone willing and able to raise the funds needed to make a short film out of my other poems.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

I started writing poems 16 years ago.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

I don’t have a favorite poet, they are many. Lao Tzu, Rumi, Okoth Bitek and Baudelaire books are…