Terminator Genisys
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: July 1, 2015
5.8
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ThatmoviesdudeApr 20, 2016
If you thought Rise of the Machines was horrible, you'll love it after watching this one. Terminator Genisys is undoubtedly one of the worst movies of 2015, if not the worst. Generating a massive hype for the "rightful sequel to T2,"If you thought Rise of the Machines was horrible, you'll love it after watching this one. Terminator Genisys is undoubtedly one of the worst movies of 2015, if not the worst. Generating a massive hype for the "rightful sequel to T2," Terminator Genisys has a terrible plot, terrible fights and terrible characters. Emilia Clarke is NOT Sarah Connor, Jai Courtney is NOT Kyle Reese, and Arnie is NOT Pops, wait, what?...

Out of all the bad actors (see Doctor Who's MATTHEW Smith, that's right, MATTTHEW Smith), Jason Clarke isn't actually all that bad as John Connor. He could have been better, of course, but there's not much wrong about him. Arnie could've shone if he had a decent script (apparently "nice to meet you" will stick like "I'll be back" and "hasta la vista, baby"), but failed miserably. And, prepare to see Skynet, as an app, go through puberty! Yay!

I'd avoid this one. Even if you wanted to see how completely and utterly horrible it was, believe me, it's much worse.… Expand
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AngusBarbudezAug 26, 2016
Fijaros que Jurassic World pese a ser un insultante montón de mierda, saben los creadores perfectamente que es un montón de mierda y no lo ocultan, pero en Genesys es una puta subnormalidad que encima pretende ponerse al nivel de la 1 y la 2.Fijaros que Jurassic World pese a ser un insultante montón de mierda, saben los creadores perfectamente que es un montón de mierda y no lo ocultan, pero en Genesys es una puta subnormalidad que encima pretende ponerse al nivel de la 1 y la 2.

Para intentar hacer eso, lo minimo que tendría que hacer, es elaborar un guión sin incoherencias y respetando el canon de TODAS las pelis, no la que le sale de los huevos al guionista, un desarrollo de personajes que no este al nivel de una obra de teatro de primaria , sin sobreexplotar chistes hasta la arcada, no llenarlo todo de clichés chorras que no pegan ni con cola, no recurrir a plagiar momentos dignos de Los Padres de Ella o tener algun momento, memorable. Esta pelicula pues no cumple ningun requisito.

Por supuesto la 3, aunque no me gusta, pero no me desagrada, se come con patatas a este mojón.… Expand
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Crazyrabbit08Jul 16, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm actually stunned now at the bad reviews on this. I wouldn't watch if because of the reviews. I'm a HUGE fan and love the first 2. Yea yea, everybody is a huge fan. Well I am.. BUT ONLY of the first 2. There were merits to the others but they generally sucked.
This one however.. WOW.. Pretty darn good to great.
Pros... Arnold nailed it and was funny and unstoppable, sorta at the same time. The story was actually original and taking ,, SPOILER.. a new twist that I actually don't like but ended up liking anyway. Was John Conner going from mankind's last hope to the machines last hope.
Graphics were good and not over done. I actually was VERY impressed with the CGI. VERY VERY IMPRESSED.. I had to watch the making of to see if they used old footage and redid it. NOPE.. Just nailed it. K that was the pros..
This is the , FAIR.. Sarah.. Now. I'm related to Linda Hamilton as a very distant cousin and have ALWAYS been a HUGE fan of hers. Replacing her had to have been hard. At first I was like, ehhhh.. They needed her to be a little louder. A little more,, grr.. But. She really came though. By the end I could see, Oh oh. this is kind of like when Sarah did this. Or that. But. it wasn't but it was. LOVED it. She rocked. John Conner was also fair. He never really became really good but he never was bad. Just, fair to good. I expected a more charismatic stronger persona.. His acting was fine. He just wasn't.. A REALLY good John Conner. But with the exception of the child in T2 they never have had a good John Conner. Think star trek. They needed a Kirk or Janeway but got a Picard or Troi.. Now Picard/Troi are great but if you don't need that type. all the good acting won't do it. That's what I mean if that makes sense..
CONS.. Kyle Reece.. He didn't suck. and he was.. ok.. But where Conner was weak and needed to be strong. Reece NEEDED to be jumpy and overly attentive with a. PASSION or a desperation persona. This Reece was soo laid back and at ease over n over when he NEEDED to be MORE.. He did ok.. But.. if anything hurt this movie it was him. BUT notice how I STILL gave it a 9. Like I said he didn't suck. He just was miscast but still had several scenes that were done well. He seemed very comfortable with men and action scenes. Lovey dovey stuff and nervous time.. lol. Nahh.
Anyway. T1. T2. Then this one..

OH CRAP I forgot the T1000. That guy NAILED IT better than ANYONE. He's so good it's worth watching just for him.… Expand
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kuliddarJul 27, 2016
Don't bother reading so called "critics" that know nothing about what people want to see. This is a fun movie to watch if you are a fan of the franchise and of Schwarzenegger.
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WeAreTheJuiceSep 5, 2016
Terminator Genisys is an action lovers action movie. It stands out among the Terminator films in its ability to understand the Cameron formula. It only takes itself seriously in its telling of the alternate timeline, which it projectsTerminator Genisys is an action lovers action movie. It stands out among the Terminator films in its ability to understand the Cameron formula. It only takes itself seriously in its telling of the alternate timeline, which it projects admirably. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jason Clarke, Jai Courtney, and J.K. Simmons handle themselves and each other with beautiful conviction, while Emilia Clarke is somewhat subdued in the lackluster role she portrays-she appears to be the weak link. Writing, music, production, and direction are on point while costume is no more or less than general, yet, precise. The parallels to the human condition are poignant, yet not overtly dramatized. All in all this is a fun flick with true popcorn potential. Enjoy your refills!… Expand
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S1r-R34lApr 11, 2017
Though this isn't anywhere near the best of the series and a few of the characters aren't brilliant, it's still a good action romp with time travelling robots.
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DominArsenDec 8, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Avec Terminator Génésis lui aussi fait par un FanBoy de la série Terminator de James Cameron nommé Alan Taylor (série TV et ça se voit...). Ce film à pris le même virage que jurassique c'est-à-dire "d'humaniser" le T-800, qui pour moi est loin d'être idiot au vu de se qui est disséminer dans la trilogie originale. En revanche Humaniser [spoiler] Skynet qui est en faite Génésis [/spoiler] .... c'est totalement absurde !!! Plusieurs erreurs dans le scénario, mais qui n'en sont peux être pas, vu qu'il y en a encore deux épisodes de prévus jusqu'en 2019 (une année ou James Cameron reprendra les droits). Pour le son le Dolby Atmos est excellent. C'est extrêmement bien spatialisé dans la salle c'est trés impressionnants. Une 3D intéressante, mais pas toujours utile. Mais des effet spéciaux au gout du jour voire un Terminator mettre une baigne n'a jamais été aussi jouissif. Se battre avec des poteaux électriques ce jeté des voitures explosé les murs comme si c'était du papier j'adore. Ce n'est pas à notre échelle, mais à l'échelle des machines et c'est trop trippant. En revanche coté musique c'est léger et même pas de clin d’œil ou je n'ai pas entendu.… Expand
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JLuis_001Sep 7, 2017
Terminator Genisys is not a complete failure looking at it from a general perspective, deepening its thematic and complete development in my opinion it is a mistake for the series, but its aim and general approach was to be an spectacularTerminator Genisys is not a complete failure looking at it from a general perspective, deepening its thematic and complete development in my opinion it is a mistake for the series, but its aim and general approach was to be an spectacular movie with enormous doses of action that you could enjoy in a movie theater in all its splendor, and in that part meets and basically that is its general purpose, entertain, on that side it does. But indeed it's poor entertainment.… Expand
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Chimes003Jul 13, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I liked the intro to the movie. I am also an avid fan of the first two terminators. I was really wondering how they were going to use the timeline of events that occurred in those two movies. But it turns out that there was a terminator, a t-1000 on a boat when Sarah Connor was a child. So, screw the rest of the franchise. And "Pops" Arnold's character was there too. How convenient to pump out another prequel/sequel. But honestly, everyone knows "Judgement Day" was in 1997. It's watchable, but just watch the first two terminator movies instead.… Expand
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CpillowDec 19, 2017
Awful film that doesn't need to exist. Fan service is shoehorned in without any rhyme or reason, (wow that Terminator has a cop uniform!), the acting is flat and terrible, the action pointless, and it ruins the timeline of T1 and T2. LikeAwful film that doesn't need to exist. Fan service is shoehorned in without any rhyme or reason, (wow that Terminator has a cop uniform!), the acting is flat and terrible, the action pointless, and it ruins the timeline of T1 and T2. Like Shrek, they should have stopped after the second film, but hey that wouldn't make money now would it?… Expand
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TheRussianatorApr 17, 2018
The most pointless entry in the franchise. While the previous installments had to happen in order for John Connor to become the leader of the resistance and eventually defeat Skynet, this fiasco of a film tries to reboot the franchise, giveThe most pointless entry in the franchise. While the previous installments had to happen in order for John Connor to become the leader of the resistance and eventually defeat Skynet, this fiasco of a film tries to reboot the franchise, give it some fresh air. Except the air isn't fresh. Starting with the trailer filled with spoilers, ending with Schwarznegger smiling like a kid with cerebral palsy. Jai Courtney is in this movie also. Needless to say, he is wooden and one-dimensional, just like in every movie he starred previously. Emilia Clarke is okay, but unlike Linda Hamilton, her character didn't have an arc, so it's challenging to feel anything for her. Jason Clarke is okay-ish, he is not the worst John Connor we've seen on screen(Nick Stahl). Arnie tries, but the script doesn't ask for anything but campy jokes from him, however, he is still the best part of this movie. The plot is extremely convoluted, and in some way it insults the first two movies by literally inserting James Cameron's scenes from The Terminator into it and having the dumbest T-1000 ever. Once you realize what's going on, you start to despise this movie and pray that Cameron makes a true Terminator 3 and ignores everything that came after Judgement Day.… Expand
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Martybc3Jan 12, 2018
This is a great movie! If your a terminator fan you will love it! Idk why everyone talks bad about this movie, yes it’s got some crazy things going on but it’s a new point of view! Great action,twists, feel good movie! It has a lot ofThis is a great movie! If your a terminator fan you will love it! Idk why everyone talks bad about this movie, yes it’s got some crazy things going on but it’s a new point of view! Great action,twists, feel good movie! It has a lot of nostalgia from the first movies! It’s way better than salvation , and I think it’s better than rise of the machines! Watch it!… Expand
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TheFlash3200May 12, 2018
Seeing that this was almost a sequel to Terminator Salvation which wasn't the best, this movie failed to meet expectations. Overall this movie was still a very interesting movie to see and I was happy to see a new and different approach toSeeing that this was almost a sequel to Terminator Salvation which wasn't the best, this movie failed to meet expectations. Overall this movie was still a very interesting movie to see and I was happy to see a new and different approach to the Terminator franchise. Hopefully the next Terminator movie will meet my expectations and other viewers expectations with Terminator 6 coming in 2019.… Expand
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ErikTheCriticSep 29, 2018
While it does provide some entertaining action scenes and Schwarzenegger being back in this franchise, "Terminator Genisys" has a very muddled storyline and practically nothing human at its core.
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MogakumonoOct 21, 2019
I put this movie off for a long time. To my surprise it was a perfectly serviceable addition to the franchise that isn’t afraid to chart its own course. I enjoyed it far more than I expected to. Slightly uninspired shot choices do little toI put this movie off for a long time. To my surprise it was a perfectly serviceable addition to the franchise that isn’t afraid to chart its own course. I enjoyed it far more than I expected to. Slightly uninspired shot choices do little to take the fun away from what is an overall solid film.… Expand
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wasohaMay 22, 2019
It just keeps getting worse and worse. Considerate of them to number the movies by rank of quality.
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EfesysOct 6, 2019
A time machine in the basement .......
Instead of Kyle Reese Kelly Hysterical.
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miltondanjoelDec 22, 2018
ESTA PELICULA ESTABA BIEN EL ERROR QUE TUVO FUE QUE JOHN CONNOR NO ENCAJABA CON UNOS PADRES TAN JOVENES Y EL GUION SE PARECÍA A LAS CRONICAS DE SARA CONOR, LOS NUEVOS PODERES DEL T-8OO (ARNOLD) ESTAN GENIALES, EXO-ESQUELETO MECANICO Y PIEL DEESTA PELICULA ESTABA BIEN EL ERROR QUE TUVO FUE QUE JOHN CONNOR NO ENCAJABA CON UNOS PADRES TAN JOVENES Y EL GUION SE PARECÍA A LAS CRONICAS DE SARA CONOR, LOS NUEVOS PODERES DEL T-8OO (ARNOLD) ESTAN GENIALES, EXO-ESQUELETO MECANICO Y PIEL DE METAL LIQUIDO ESO ES ORIGINALIDAD, ESO ME GUSTO'… Expand
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PauloReviewsMar 2, 2019
A total cash grab. A product from a studio that decided to erase the two first excellent movies in a convoluted, muddled, badly acted and terribly written two-hour mess.

Depressing. 2/10.
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KadirovJul 5, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't undertant those who dislike this movie. It is Terminator, is is always interesting to watch. This film gave me great emotions, was very interesting. Time travel, plot twists, great unexpected moments and the Schwarz. Those dislike the movie are trendy cool hipsters who look for a way to be "over" something.
Get yourself a life achievement and be over it, don't use your blah blah to humiliate something in order to raise yourself over it.… Expand
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HaDdi98Oct 27, 2019
Terminator Genisys is the worst movie in terminator franchise with great action but worst acting and weak story
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AndruxaFeedNov 12, 2019
Неплохое кино на пару раз, но плохой Терминатор
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SiriysAhakuhFeb 11, 2020
Interesting and dynamic story with great characters but some visual effects is not so great.
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DaveOakenshieldJul 8, 2020
This film was basically a Terminator for people who've either never a Terminator film before, or aren't fans of Terminator films (specifically referring to the first 2 films).
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LancedSoulSep 22, 2021
When you go full trigger happy on fan service, that it ruins the movie instead of enhancing it... Also what does genisys mean?
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DoomtheWhiteJul 20, 2020
I enjoyed this film. The action sequences were satisfying. The time loop story is kinda tiring but ok. For me the only downside is the actor who played John Connor, his performance is not convincing.
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bronn_43Aug 9, 2023
Did that "actor", who was supposed to play Kyle Reese, ever recovered from terminal case of imaginary latissimus dorsi?
before the movie, biggest worry was for Sarah who was not Linda - she did ok at least... the rest though... who on earthDid that "actor", who was supposed to play Kyle Reese, ever recovered from terminal case of imaginary latissimus dorsi?
before the movie, biggest worry was for Sarah who was not Linda - she did ok at least... the rest though... who on earth wrote it (oh yeah i know, people who never understood original and T2), but who put a blind person to do the casting?… Expand
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Neoimtheone1981Oct 16, 2020
Even though I know it's a corny movie, I keep enjoying it everytime I watch it. Must be a guilty pleasure for me or something?
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