Terminator Salvation

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PaulWJan 1, 2010

As a huge of the first terminator film, I thought that T2 was too family friendly and moved away from the real plot. T3 although average set the scene for T4 which was innovative, clever, told a brilliant story, and paired Bale and Sam As a huge of the first terminator film, I thought that T2 was too family friendly and moved away from the real plot. T3 although average set the scene for T4 which was innovative, clever, told a brilliant story, and paired Bale and Sam Worthington together who were brilliant.… Expand

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AlvinCDec 27, 2009

This film was way under-rated. The 54/100 score stopped me from buying it but I got it as a christmas present and thought it was really good. Hate all these 'art-house' film critics out there who say everything other than some This film was way under-rated. The 54/100 score stopped me from buying it but I got it as a christmas present and thought it was really good. Hate all these 'art-house' film critics out there who say everything other than some foreign language film is a waste of time. This film was no Terminator 2 but was definately watchable.… Expand

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JeffKDec 18, 2009

I didn't like it. Distracting, unrealistic cinematography, ridiculous machines, predictable action, overly serious acting, and unrealistic characters. And memo to Christian Bale: can the gruff voice. It didn't work as Batman and it I didn't like it. Distracting, unrealistic cinematography, ridiculous machines, predictable action, overly serious acting, and unrealistic characters. And memo to Christian Bale: can the gruff voice. It didn't work as Batman and it doesn't work here.… Expand

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SCDec 8, 2009

Really shows the difference between a good director(cameron,jackson)and a shit one(bay,mcg).The Terminators dont really terminate much at all.Where is the fear and scrambling action from the first movie?And the heart transplant???Luckily Really shows the difference between a good director(cameron,jackson)and a shit one(bay,mcg).The Terminators dont really terminate much at all.Where is the fear and scrambling action from the first movie?And the heart transplant???Luckily there seemed to be a nearby heart surgeon who can do a transplant in the desert with a butter knife and crossed fingers.LOLOLOL.I could crap on for hours but this movie gets a 6 for being shiny.… Expand

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BradODec 7, 2009

While developing the back story further and not having obvious day / night inconsistencies would have been nice it's substantially better than Terminator: Rise of The Machines but no where near James Cameron's quality of Terminator While developing the back story further and not having obvious day / night inconsistencies would have been nice it's substantially better than Terminator: Rise of The Machines but no where near James Cameron's quality of Terminator or T2: Juddgement day. While it's not perfect I enjoyed the action packed romp of Terminator Salvation and would love to see more!… Expand

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JonnyBoyDec 7, 2009

Much better than Terminator 3, but still cannot match Terminator 2. Yes it did kinda use the fact that they were getting help from a terminator from the last two movies, but they did so in a way that seemed more unique I guess.

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SteveFDec 6, 2009

I didn't find this movie very exciting at all. Besides a couple of good robot special effects it was quite boring. Transformers 2 even had more substance.

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MiKEDec 6, 2009

It has its cheesy moments that make you like the movie. Overall the worst terminator series.

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WinstonLDec 6, 2009

Sam Worthington is on my Oscar-watch!

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AegisDec 5, 2009

I haven't read the other comments so I don't know if anyone else has mentioned this, but the entire movie could have ended when the machines captured Kyle Reese right? Because according to the first movie, and the plot of this I haven't read the other comments so I don't know if anyone else has mentioned this, but the entire movie could have ended when the machines captured Kyle Reese right? Because according to the first movie, and the plot of this movie, he has to go back in time to become Johns father. It's not even stuff only a fan would notice, it's a huge plot point that gets totally overlooked, and make the second half of the movie completely superfluous.… Expand

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JSDec 5, 2009

Someone besides James Cameron can do a Terminator movie, it seems. The acting was great all around. I went in expecting bad acting and absent plot, like the last film, but was totally surprised. It wasn't perfect, some scenes were Someone besides James Cameron can do a Terminator movie, it seems. The acting was great all around. I went in expecting bad acting and absent plot, like the last film, but was totally surprised. It wasn't perfect, some scenes were rather unrealistic and put in for flashiness. The characters seem to rely mostly on luck than skill to survive. This is a big step ahead, considering Terminator 3 had one action scene after another without any purpose. The writers and director must have thoroughly studied John Connor and Kyle Reese throughout the series. Those familiar with the series will almost think that Bale has been playing Connor all along. The kid playing Reese seems to have a lot of the behavior of John Connor in Terminator 2. There's a lot of homages for the fans, I quite enjoyed that. The plot flowed smoothly, with a few holes, and tied some up at the end. Skynet doesn't seem nearly devious enough in this film, although, at the end, its rather ingenious when you think about it. But they certainly defeated Skynet too easily. There's no reason this should have gotten bad ratings; it certainly meets the quality of a terminator film. Perhaps not as good as the first or second movies, but still only a step down from them. That's much, much better than can be expected in this era of cinematic recession.… Expand

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AndyG.Dec 4, 2009

Cliché after cliché abound here - deeply stupid enemies turn this into a farce, and the malicious nature of most of the remaining humans (ridiculous in-fighting, attempted rape) bring into question the worthiness of what's Cliché after cliché abound here - deeply stupid enemies turn this into a farce, and the malicious nature of most of the remaining humans (ridiculous in-fighting, attempted rape) bring into question the worthiness of what's being fought for. "And why isn't the T800 killing Connor outright, instead of throwing him around?" Couldn't agree more - saved him on two occasions in this film. Acting was fine. They just had tripe to work with. Brainless.… Expand

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IlariYDec 1, 2009

As a huge fan of the first and second Terminator, I'm sad watching where this series has gone. Sure the special effects are great, and I liked seeing T-600 models (and Arnie of course for 2 seconds), but the story was really weak. I As a huge fan of the first and second Terminator, I'm sad watching where this series has gone. Sure the special effects are great, and I liked seeing T-600 models (and Arnie of course for 2 seconds), but the story was really weak. I just don't think this series works without Schwarzenegger. Take out Jack Sparrow from Pirates, and it would be the same thing.… Expand

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ThomasVSep 16, 2009

While the script in itself was ok, it's those little things that ruined it for me... The makers misunderstand skynet completely: you can't enter skynetville with a vaio even if Marcus opened the gates.The idea of skynet luring While the script in itself was ok, it's those little things that ruined it for me... The makers misunderstand skynet completely: you can't enter skynetville with a vaio even if Marcus opened the gates.The idea of skynet luring Connor is ok (albeit biggest cliché ever), but at least do it in a believable way, so the viewer keeps thinking Connor is genuinely trying. The T-600 ignoring the open door? Ridiculous. Basically, Skynet is an evil supercomputer that hates humans. Why the clean white cells, why doors with buttons? Why tables, keyboards and GUIs? And why isn't the T800 killing Connor outright, instead of throwing him around? Stupid. Bale's acting was bad, but it's most apparent in the scenes together with Kate, although I have to say her acting was quite numb as well. Reese, Marcus and the A10 pilot were great.… Expand

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MarcAug 31, 2009

The most underwhelming 'epic' movie of the last decade, woefully lacking in character development and soul. The script was basically non existant, the characters had no depth whatsoever. Why did they have such trust in a Terminator The most underwhelming 'epic' movie of the last decade, woefully lacking in character development and soul. The script was basically non existant, the characters had no depth whatsoever. Why did they have such trust in a Terminator what based on one good dead. Come on, the action was pretty good but the sound design was better than the action itself. I never expected to come out of a Terminator film and feel nothing,but I did and its a real shame cos the first two especially are still brilliant examples of how Sci0fi should be done. And after his performance in this i am starting to think Bale is a little over rated as an actor, this was basically one note from start to finish. Dallas-Howard just stood around and looked pensive alot and well the rest were paper thin Terminator targets. Most importantly whereas in the first two you had the iconic T-800 (aka Arnie) here we have a bad CGI likeness of Arnie in the last act, which is both unessasary and appeard the filmakers are desperate fo fans approval.… Expand

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VenhAug 28, 2009

I actually enjoyed the film... at the time. In retrospect, it was just a rehash of the other films. Everything seemed too rushed. Characterization was bad and, when it wasn't needed, it over acted. It seemed like everything was I actually enjoyed the film... at the time. In retrospect, it was just a rehash of the other films. Everything seemed too rushed. Characterization was bad and, when it wasn't needed, it over acted. It seemed like everything was misplaced. However, it was nice for nostalgic reasons and hopefully they'll do better on the next one. HOWEVER, at one thing that REALLY bothered me was the *spoiler* needless death of marcus. It was completely unnecessary. Not only that but they killed off one of the best characters of this film.… Expand

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SylvainRAug 21, 2009

Very weak scenario, bad acting by Bale, frankly, the Terminator saga is not the same when Cameron is not behind the camera.

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petersAug 14, 2009

I give this movie a 9 for special effects and a 1 for plot, averaging to 5. The plot makes no sense. Where did the new "cyborg" come from years after his first "death"? Were his organs in a deep freeze? The movie implies that the Arnold I give this movie a 9 for special effects and a 1 for plot, averaging to 5. The plot makes no sense. Where did the new "cyborg" come from years after his first "death"? Were his organs in a deep freeze? The movie implies that the Arnold model was just developed, but one would think that the cyborg is a higher level of technology, so why was he first? When the cyborg first appears, he is naked and doesn't know what year it is, so I assumed he had just used the time machine and was on a mission. Not true. Yes, he had a program to return to mama, but that's not really a mission with a purpose. Lame. Even the ending is stupid. If the resistance soldiers accepted the cyborg as a human, they would not have allowed him to donate his heart, thereby committing suicide. It would have been more plausible if he were damaged beyond repair and then told them to use his heart.… Expand

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JustinDAug 12, 2009

One of the better action-oriented films to hit the big screen this summer. Definitely not a classic in comparison to the first two movies, but it definitely holds its own alongside the third movie and makes for a decent setup for a fifth film.

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EvinCAug 12, 2009

No.!!! Why do you have to ruin a great franchise. The terminator flicks are my favorite franchise. I didn't even have a problem with T3. This one was just terrible. Bad story, acting, and action. I think Anton Yelchin was great. No.!!! Why do you have to ruin a great franchise. The terminator flicks are my favorite franchise. I didn't even have a problem with T3. This one was just terrible. Bad story, acting, and action. I think Anton Yelchin was great. He's gonna be great.… Expand

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justinkAug 8, 2009

Amazing action, awesome graphics, and constent action which unlike transformers ROTF, never gets old. its always something new and cool. i love the huge robot.

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ColinAug 6, 2009

52/100? This movie was epic and the best of the terminators. I loved it!

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JasonDJul 29, 2009

Has some of the greatest action scens i have ever seen and is a great movie and my 2nd favorite terminator movie. and to all you who think the movies too loud and too action packed or no plot(witch it does have a great plot) is an idiot and Has some of the greatest action scens i have ever seen and is a great movie and my 2nd favorite terminator movie. and to all you who think the movies too loud and too action packed or no plot(witch it does have a great plot) is an idiot and take movies too seriously or look at every bad detail and find something wrong with it. so go see it and if you think the plot sucks youll enjoy the action scenes and the acting. two thumbs up. way up!… Expand

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CaseyFJul 26, 2009

I enjoyed this Terminator film a lot more than the T3. This is NOT your father's Terminator. In the original Terminators the premise was action, yes, but it also had an element of survival horror and the story was amazing. The story in I enjoyed this Terminator film a lot more than the T3. This is NOT your father's Terminator. In the original Terminators the premise was action, yes, but it also had an element of survival horror and the story was amazing. The story in this film isn't as amazing, and the survival horror is gone. This film does, however, make up for that with amazing special effects, action that surpasses that of any previous Terminator film, and an ending that's corny but satisfying. Terminator: Salvation suffers from some dreadful acting (Christian Bale!) and some bad story, but the action alone is worth seeing. If you like action and want to be entertained for a few hours, see this movie.… Expand

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KeirB.Jul 26, 2009

I'm being nice giving it a 2. The Visual Effects are the only somewhat impressive thing about this abomination of a film. Anyone that gives this film a 7 or higher is either 6 years old or incredibly stupid.

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ChrisCJul 24, 2009

Realistically this is somewhere between 4 and 5, but I cant give this a 5, so here we are. This movie was really promising for the first ~25 minutes, then it took a sharp turn and nosedove right into the ground. Please don't make another one.

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RayE.Jul 21, 2009

Great Terminator movie it was what terminator is dont expect it to be the dark knight! Im Am a hugeee fan of T1 and T2 and even T3 was ok Incredible action scenes should get at least a 5 or 6 from people, giving this movie a 1 or 0 is Great Terminator movie it was what terminator is dont expect it to be the dark knight! Im Am a hugeee fan of T1 and T2 and even T3 was ok Incredible action scenes should get at least a 5 or 6 from people, giving this movie a 1 or 0 is insanity Marcus is a awesome new character maybe as good as arnold in the first 2 and please stop crapping on T3 looking back t3 was decent and the tx had amazing offensive weapons and was cool T4 was much better than T3 though I think once the directors cut of this comes we will see more blood and it will make the film even better its sad when i see people actually like the TSCC tv series more than the movies 3 or 4 the show teased john loving a Skynet girl terminator WTF??? this is the real john in the film period. in fact a fair amount of people giving this such low scores are probably just upset the show was canceled and that wb made the film and gave up on the show.… Expand

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KevinCJul 17, 2009

After seeing the preview I expected so much more. It didn't deliver.

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StevenHJul 17, 2009

Bale using Batman voice. Worthington as a movie version of Kane from Quake 4. Some annoying kid with a voice out of Doug as Kyle Reese. Illogical and unexplainable behavior by supposedly sentient AIs (for example, SkyNET sends a missile Bale using Batman voice. Worthington as a movie version of Kane from Quake 4. Some annoying kid with a voice out of Doug as Kyle Reese. Illogical and unexplainable behavior by supposedly sentient AIs (for example, SkyNET sends a missile directly at the resistance base but treats John Connor, their actual target, like a puppy when they see him). General lack of actual battles in favor of Mad Max. The amount of Terminators in the film could probably be counted on one hand. Most ridiculous dialogue. People being blown back 100 feet on wires from explosive shells rather than being torn to shreds, and not even bleeding afterward. Generally pointless and inconsistent plot. PG-13. What do you think?… Expand

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SteveGJul 11, 2009

Not a patch on the first or second movies. Probably better than the 3rd but why was it a 12a - no violence, no blood or swearing - come on guys I know you want to pull in more of an audience but you've ruined the whole point of the Not a patch on the first or second movies. Probably better than the 3rd but why was it a 12a - no violence, no blood or swearing - come on guys I know you want to pull in more of an audience but you've ruined the whole point of the Terminator franchise - its supposed to be sweary and violent they are Terminators after all.… Expand

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VinayuJul 6, 2009

Action in this 4th edition is understandingly(since its 2009 now) way better than all editions.however i felt thats where director McG messed up.The action element was highlighted to the extent of ignoring the human element.Script witing was Action in this 4th edition is understandingly(since its 2009 now) way better than all editions.however i felt thats where director McG messed up.The action element was highlighted to the extent of ignoring the human element.Script witing was horrible.Even I could have written better!It restricted lead actor Christian Bale's acting skills.When we talk about a war between mankind and machines,thats where spine tingling speeches and dialouges where required from human resistance leader John Connor.The Terminator franchise has a beautiful and ingeniously well thought storyline.Hence handling of that requires good handling with responsibility.not cold computer generated high quality graphics.A well worked dramatic angle was missing.Otherwise(as its said in the film itself)..'What would be the difference between us and the machines?'… Expand

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ChrisC.Jul 1, 2009

This movie is definitely worth the viewing, despite the critic's pan. Well, that's true if you like sci-fi action anyway. Christian Bale is intense, and the cinematography is nice, despite Bale hating the guy. It had a lot of what This movie is definitely worth the viewing, despite the critic's pan. Well, that's true if you like sci-fi action anyway. Christian Bale is intense, and the cinematography is nice, despite Bale hating the guy. It had a lot of what I was expecting in its portrayal of the terminator future, which is a good thing. The machine capturing people in its back was definitely reminiscent of its counterpart in the new War of the Worlds, but overall, a pretty inventive flick. So if your into sci-fi action, the action part in that is key, don't miss it.… Expand

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HollyRJun 30, 2009

I am a huge fan of the Terminator movies, and even the series with Summer Glau that is supposedly not coming back. . .however, this movie is poor. John Conner is flat and uninteresting. There is little relationship development and therefore I am a huge fan of the Terminator movies, and even the series with Summer Glau that is supposedly not coming back. . .however, this movie is poor. John Conner is flat and uninteresting. There is little relationship development and therefore a boring story line. I didn't even think THIS particular John Conner deserved to live that's how bad it was (don't want to give away the ending)! However, if you don't care about the story and just want action, there is lots of it.… Expand

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TerminatorgroupyJun 29, 2009

This movie finishes off the first three movies. Christian Bale carries the same character aspects as they are made known in the previous three that John Connor is strong and compassionate. Kyle Reese spoke in the first one of the first This movie finishes off the first three movies. Christian Bale carries the same character aspects as they are made known in the previous three that John Connor is strong and compassionate. Kyle Reese spoke in the first one of the first generation of terminators were easy to spot, clunky. In this time he spoke of a next generation which involves the use of the T800 (Arnie) terminator. Later on you learn of the infiltrator (Marcus) terminator and how you could not tell the difference except with the help from dogs. And finally you get a chance to see Kyle Reese and Connor together and a start of a relationship. The fact that Connors wife is pregnate. The destruction of the old government and the final melting of Connors control over the rebels. And Sky net and how it has evolved to the point of damn that is some serious thinking of how to kill the last of the humans. How you can still look through the eyes of the machines. And just the overall apocalyptic feel that there is no hope left except through John Connor and the resistance as long as they can gather up the last of the survivors before Sky net does! I can not wait to see the next film!!!!!!!… Expand

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XouxJun 23, 2009

If your a fan of the terminator series then by all means watch it. if not i would skip it. if you thought rise of the machines was horrible. then this one would change your mind. who gave the idea that christian bale is a good choice for If your a fan of the terminator series then by all means watch it. if not i would skip it. if you thought rise of the machines was horrible. then this one would change your mind. who gave the idea that christian bale is a good choice for john conner. the good thing about this film is the CGI and cinematography that keeps you watching. otherwise skip it. christian bale is horrible, the story is horrible, and keep no connections whatsoever to the original series except the robots taking over the world.… Expand

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ThorOJun 23, 2009

I loved this movie, personally I liked it even better than Star Trek because of the darker plot.

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EnzoP.Jun 22, 2009

Terminator Salvation is action packed with some awesome butt kicking. But in the movie Christian Bale acts so bad and he still has is deep batman voice on. Also the plot seems like a 4th grader thought of it.

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PenniwiseJun 20, 2009

Stupid script, terrible acting, unoriginal action. Sadly, there is no salvation at all. This is as if Asylym would make a movie for 200 millions.

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SamJun 19, 2009

This is the worst terminator movie to come out to date. The story is pathetic and many of the fight sequences are painful to watch. The movie does have some cool moments in it but its difficult to say wether it's worth a watch.

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DavidJun 19, 2009

A big disappointment I'm afraid. This is marginally superior to the abominable T3, but only *marginally*. In other words, this film is disappointingly average. Bale and Worthington are under utilised. Pacing/continuity is off and A big disappointment I'm afraid. This is marginally superior to the abominable T3, but only *marginally*. In other words, this film is disappointingly average. Bale and Worthington are under utilised. Pacing/continuity is off and decidedly strange. Dialogue is just plain groan inducing. There are also too many logic irregularities / blatantly non-sensical actions/happenings. The action sequences do not save the film.… Expand

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AdamDJun 18, 2009

Generally horrible. A few cool special effects that are not cool enough to redeem the film. Hideous writing: for example, consider this...in each Terminator film, the machines have attempted to kill John Connor on sight. In this film, the Generally horrible. A few cool special effects that are not cool enough to redeem the film. Hideous writing: for example, consider this...in each Terminator film, the machines have attempted to kill John Connor on sight. In this film, the machines identify him as John Connor, and conveniently neglect to kill him. Instead they imprison him, which, of course, gives the good guys time to rescue him. Pretty much negates just about everything that happened in the first three films. Jeez.… Expand

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MaxFJun 15, 2009

Actually I give this a 6.5, but in non decimal system, this movie gets the benefit of the doubt. This is obviously not Cameron's Terminator, however, that makes this harder to compare. How can you compare Picasso to...idk...MCG? Either Actually I give this a 6.5, but in non decimal system, this movie gets the benefit of the doubt. This is obviously not Cameron's Terminator, however, that makes this harder to compare. How can you compare Picasso to...idk...MCG? Either way, some moments in this movie were GREAT. Such as Arnold's brief appearance, and a few other awesome segments. However some parts were just plain bad. Like... really bad. Hence the middle of the road rating. I do want to address the so called lack of heart. While this film certainly did not have the same heart as the first 2, let us not forget the heart behind the robot who struggles to be human. Sam Worthington's character was excellent, its no wonder why he has been pegged for Cameron's next opus, AVATAR.… Expand

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IgorJun 14, 2009

Well score of 6.3 it has right now is fair for this sequel of Terminator saga. Just to point few flaws that really needed to be avoid. First John Connor himself. His character feels completely out of place here somewhat unconvincing and he Well score of 6.3 it has right now is fair for this sequel of Terminator saga. Just to point few flaws that really needed to be avoid. First John Connor himself. His character feels completely out of place here somewhat unconvincing and he completely lost it at the end of movie fighting Arnie again and bringing back Sam to life. And second is getting attached (again!) to the machine played by Sam who is giving his life (again!) for Connor. Damn the hollywood for this recycling of old ideas. I mean there is so meny fan fiction and comics out there with better stories than this movie. Just copy that and it will be fine stuff.… Expand

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jacksonJun 14, 2009

A total abomination. Just horrible with poor acting and a script that is less than a High School play. Someone put this tired franchise out of its misery.

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JefferyYJun 14, 2009

I think this movie has been severely underrated. It captures the spirit of the first movie and the effects budget of the second movie. Sam Worthington (playing Marcus) steals the spotlight in every scene and Christian Bale gives another I think this movie has been severely underrated. It captures the spirit of the first movie and the effects budget of the second movie. Sam Worthington (playing Marcus) steals the spotlight in every scene and Christian Bale gives another solid performance. Overall solid sci-fi / action movie that more than makes up for Terminator 3.… Expand

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AlexHJun 12, 2009

Terminator Salvation demonstrates what our centuries cinema is coming to, and the future for the cinema doesn't look to bright. Salvation is flat-out awful, except for it's visual effects and cinematography, thats the only thing Terminator Salvation demonstrates what our centuries cinema is coming to, and the future for the cinema doesn't look to bright. Salvation is flat-out awful, except for it's visual effects and cinematography, thats the only thing holding my review back from a horrendous 0. Like a 1 isn't bad enough.… Expand

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kgmJun 12, 2009

Grim reimagining of the Terminator story

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ChrstianDJun 12, 2009

This was pretty much the WORST Batman movie ever. Batman wasn't even there! Just a bunch of Robots!

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RicusSJun 12, 2009

I enjoyed this movie more than what was the train wreck of the previous one. Bale as the prophet saving mankind plays the role completely understated. Knowing you will do something and doing that thing comes across in this movie as a rather I enjoyed this movie more than what was the train wreck of the previous one. Bale as the prophet saving mankind plays the role completely understated. Knowing you will do something and doing that thing comes across in this movie as a rather hard choice to live by. Overall I definitely enjoyed it more than 3.… Expand

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GeorgeJun 11, 2009

If you are a fan of action movies look no further than terminator salvation. This movie has an awesome sci-fi feel to it and amazing action scenes. If you like the other terminators WATCH THIS ONE!!! I dont know why it got a bad meta score.

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JerryBJun 11, 2009

If you are a true fan of the original Terminator films and actually care about the sequels keeping true to the originals you wont like this one. Yea it was good for the action but nothing else. CHRISTIAN BALE IS A OVERACTOR!!!!

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ChrisDJun 11, 2009

Highly enjoyable sequel that is pure popcorn fun!

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DeeMJun 10, 2009

Great special effects and CRASH BOOM BANG action doesn't make up for a rubbish script, there were more holes in the plot than golf course. It takes a big steamy turd over James Cameron's vision. Rubbish, utter rubbish. But Great special effects and CRASH BOOM BANG action doesn't make up for a rubbish script, there were more holes in the plot than golf course. It takes a big steamy turd over James Cameron's vision. Rubbish, utter rubbish. But it's too late now, we've all already been duped.… Expand

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jimmywJun 9, 2009

Don't be put off by the critics, Its just there job to act like spoiled little girls. I think most of them are waiting around for God himself the make a movie. Terminator 4 is one of the best action movies of our time. The acting was Don't be put off by the critics, Its just there job to act like spoiled little girls. I think most of them are waiting around for God himself the make a movie. Terminator 4 is one of the best action movies of our time. The acting was fantastic. It had a lot to do because T3 let the hole series down. The story was spot on. The sound was amazing really brings you back to T2.… Expand

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SeanRJun 9, 2009

Very poor. Awful story telling in show here. Amateur dialogue. Poor acting (why was Connor playing Batman, or Batman playing Connor). The opening rendered scenes of the video game was more exciting. A wasted opportunity and a waste of 200 Very poor. Awful story telling in show here. Amateur dialogue. Poor acting (why was Connor playing Batman, or Batman playing Connor). The opening rendered scenes of the video game was more exciting. A wasted opportunity and a waste of 200 million dollar budget. Could have made ten classic low budget movies for the same price. Wanted to love it, but just too much bad film making skills on display here.… Expand

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nacorcJun 8, 2009

Total crap. you have to left your brain out to barelly enjoy this poor attemp of movie.

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jasongJun 8, 2009

Why do movie companys keep making 12 rated movies to get a large audience while neglecting the older audience which went to see the older movies in the first place terminator salvation is instantly forgetable its not a patch on 1 or Why do movie companys keep making 12 rated movies to get a large audience while neglecting the older audience which went to see the older movies in the first place terminator salvation is instantly forgetable its not a patch on 1 or two,christian bale hams it up as there is no script to work on hopefully this is last in the fanchise this film is rubbish.… Expand

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DavidDJun 8, 2009

I am a HUGE Terminator fan. Loved the first 3! I went into this with low expectations since so many people were so-so about it. I came out liking it. Personally, I do see what all the complaining is all about with the plot holes in the last I am a HUGE Terminator fan. Loved the first 3! I went into this with low expectations since so many people were so-so about it. I came out liking it. Personally, I do see what all the complaining is all about with the plot holes in the last 1/3 of the movie. I did wish they did that a little different and that is why I am giving this a 8. The one thing I don't understand is why people are ragging on the acting. I thought for the most part everyone did a great job.… Expand

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KirkCJun 8, 2009

It was nice to see a squel coming. Until the movie started and the screen title became the coolest part. I heard the movie was rewritten a few times, to give it more character and... dumbness. You can see the terminators has stunt men in It was nice to see a squel coming. Until the movie started and the screen title became the coolest part. I heard the movie was rewritten a few times, to give it more character and... dumbness. You can see the terminators has stunt men in them. The movie feels empty half the time. Special effects where generally good, more towards the end and in the scenes in the middle of the movie. Just watch the movie and see.… Expand

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SimonAJun 7, 2009

Great Sound Effects, Huge Explosions, Stunning Visual Effects, but no plot, no real character development. The whole thing felt like a really long music clip, fun to look at, but without having anything to say.

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KurtHJun 7, 2009

Mix War of the Worlds and Transformers add direction by McG and you have the worst Terminator film to date. Just awful.

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soverycleanJun 7, 2009

Please fire the director. Did the people who made this movie even watch the first two movies? From the schlocky Hollywood ending, to the laughable dialogue, this new series has nowhere to go but down... unless they fire the director and Please fire the director. Did the people who made this movie even watch the first two movies? From the schlocky Hollywood ending, to the laughable dialogue, this new series has nowhere to go but down... unless they fire the director and bring someone who can pull a story together on board.… Expand

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MattGJun 6, 2009

Bad. Really boring. The whole thing seems to take place in a darkened factory of one kind or another, and virtually no new terminators are introduced. Really confusing plot, and no real memorable scenes. Just bad.

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GManJun 6, 2009

Really good, does exactly what it says on the tin, ignore the critics it was never going to be the next Godfather! Its a great action adventure flick!

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AlfieBJun 5, 2009

I'd give it a 7 out of 10, or 8 if you are a big Terminator fan like me. I don't see what people are complaining about, the film breathes new life into the story, delivering a detailed vision of the future and a nice bunch of I'd give it a 7 out of 10, or 8 if you are a big Terminator fan like me. I don't see what people are complaining about, the film breathes new life into the story, delivering a detailed vision of the future and a nice bunch of action whilst staying true to the original films. [SPOILERS] It was nice seeing Connor as the hardcore fighter we'd been hearing about in the last three films, whilst still showing signs of the T2 Connor, with Guns 'n' Roses and his talent at hacking. Plus it breathes new life into the relationship between Connor and Kyle, which was particularly interesting, as a whole the film glues pieces of the puzzle together, whilst still being entertaining. Particularly liked the twist at the end with Marcus and of course the revealing of the T800. [/SPOILERS] Terminator fans, unless you're really critical, should enjoy this.… Expand

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NeilRJun 5, 2009

This was the best sci-fi movie I've seen since the last Star Wars movie. It is much better than the most recent Star Trek reboot (and I am a huge Star Trek fan).

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SplicerJun 5, 2009

The 3rd best terminator movie.Where was the grim future shown in T1 and T2?Whoever decided McG would direct should be terminated.

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jaykJun 4, 2009

One or two action sequences were pretty cool. the other 1 hour and 50 mins of the movie was total piece of crap. feels like something that was made for a television episode.

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CrispianBJun 4, 2009

I really don't understand where all the negative criticism has come from as Terminator Salvation is a very enjoyable and entertaining popcorn movie. The effects are some of the best I have ever seen - MCG gives Michael Bay a run for his I really don't understand where all the negative criticism has come from as Terminator Salvation is a very enjoyable and entertaining popcorn movie. The effects are some of the best I have ever seen - MCG gives Michael Bay a run for his money when it comes to blowing stuff up. The first person point of view helicopter crash set piece is scarily realistic and the terminator motorbikes are superb. The only thing that disappointed me was the soundtrack as I love the original theme and that wasn't included. Ignore all the negative crap - I saw Star Trek the other week and this is as good if not a better summer blockbuster.… Expand

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PeterTJun 3, 2009

I honestly don't understand why this movie scored such a low rating on Metacritic and Rotten Tomatoes. It's a great summer action movie, and almost as much fun as Star Trek.

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ChrisBJun 2, 2009

The movie was good, and it progressed the underlying story arc of the series well, but you could tell that the creators really wanted to stick with the original ending that was leaked a few months back, and the one that they ended up with The movie was good, and it progressed the underlying story arc of the series well, but you could tell that the creators really wanted to stick with the original ending that was leaked a few months back, and the one that they ended up with felt really forced and out of place. It was like they got the word from the studio execs at some point that they had to change the ending, but they didn't really want to rewrite the last 20 minutes of the film, so they just stuck in the thing about the heart, and it didn't really make a lot of sense. Basically, you can tell that the ending that the director and head writers really wanted, or perhaps had originally intended, didn't make it into the film. Let's hope that somehow it ends up on the DVD.… Expand

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ArthurC.Jun 2, 2009

Such a disappointment. Missed why the other Terminator films were so awesome. These are not movies about machines, but movies about humans. The effects are the only thing going for it. But they get old really fast. John Connor doesn't Such a disappointment. Missed why the other Terminator films were so awesome. These are not movies about machines, but movies about humans. The effects are the only thing going for it. But they get old really fast. John Connor doesn't really seem like the hero of the future that we've seen him painted as in the other three movies. And the trailers give away the big twist that certainly hurts the development of Marcus Wright. Overall, a franchise killer.… Expand

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ScottJJun 1, 2009

Good action, better than T3 but story and character development weaker than expected. I also noticed they cut the part when Christian Bale was explaining why the machines were taking human prisoners for "cloning human tissue" that was in the Good action, better than T3 but story and character development weaker than expected. I also noticed they cut the part when Christian Bale was explaining why the machines were taking human prisoners for "cloning human tissue" that was in the previews! WTF? Did they release 2 different versions of the same movie?… Expand

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doppelgangerJun 1, 2009

Good movie. Good effects. Good plot. Nice addition to the Terminator franchise. Better than T3, but not as good as T2, of course. ***SPOILER SPOILER*** minus a point for the stupid heart transplant ending. the heart was human... uhh, Good movie. Good effects. Good plot. Nice addition to the Terminator franchise. Better than T3, but not as good as T2, of course. ***SPOILER SPOILER*** minus a point for the stupid heart transplant ending. the heart was human... uhh, compatibility testing anyone?? Would have been interesting to have killed off Connor and let Marcus take the helm as Connor like the ending was supposed to have been. This movie was about Marcus, not Connor. Having not seen any trailer but the first helped a lot in not spoiling the Marcus reveal, and keeping the movie interesting for me. Watched the trailers after finishing the movie and yup, the trailers spoiled aspects of the movie BIG TIME for those who watch trailers.… Expand

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DomoRJun 1, 2009

Dreadful, noisy crap. The only thing, and I mean THE ONLY THING I found engaging in this film were the tiny little hairs around the lower lip of Sam Worthington. He was the best thing in the film and my eroitic fantasies of doing him 9000 Dreadful, noisy crap. The only thing, and I mean THE ONLY THING I found engaging in this film were the tiny little hairs around the lower lip of Sam Worthington. He was the best thing in the film and my eroitic fantasies of doing him 9000 ways to Pittsburg was the only thing that got me to stay. Really. During the first third of the film the continuity was so bad, I swear they were scenes shot for nine other films stitched together like a crazy quilt of celuloid. And that silent little Newt from Aliens clone shows up and I just wanted to yank the hairs on its head (gender-f much?) And then Arnold shows up and he has no genitals! What a disgrace! I mean really. What was the effing point? This had no balls, no dick and no story. I prayed for the machines to blow up the theater and let me tell you, they should have!!! Oh, and BTW, Bryce Dallas Howard should stick to her gig as a local newscaster.… Expand

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MarcD.May 31, 2009

Terminator Salvation is a decidedly different beast from the first 3 films in the franchise. It's not necessarily a bad thing. Rather, it was a necessary step for a series which had begun to show signs of stagnation and stale ideas. Terminator Salvation is a decidedly different beast from the first 3 films in the franchise. It's not necessarily a bad thing. Rather, it was a necessary step for a series which had begun to show signs of stagnation and stale ideas. Following the excellent continuity affirming ending of Rise of the Machines, Salvation throws us headfirst into the future which Kyle Reese had always described. A dark apocalyptic warzone in which mankind is on the verge of 'going out for good.' Therefore, it should come as no surprise that T4 is a bleak and dark film with moments of hope amidst the copiously large amounts of human pain and suffering. The plot might be a little shallow and the acting might be a little below the dizzying standards which we have come to expect of Christian Bale...but it is entirely serviceable. And it has Michael Ironside doing what he does best. Appear as a badass. The effects are competent and the set pieces are large and mindless. It should be noted that it is almost a given amidst the summer season. You wouldn't begrudge Independence Day, Iron Man and The Dark Knight a certain amount of explosions and computer generated wizardry would you? Thought so. Alienating an existing fanbase whilst rebooting a franchise is a really dangerous tight rope act. T4 accomplishes this for the most part. Injokes, quotes ripped from the previous films and a pleasant appearance from the original face of the T-800 all goes towards making this experience a joy for any Terminator fan. The end has begun...not let's see where this goes.… Expand

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NotRealnameMay 31, 2009

I don't know why everybody is harshing on this movie. It was exactly what I wanted from a Terminator movie: explosions, machines, and lots of dun-dun-dun-dun-dun.

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AndrewCMay 31, 2009

The bastard child of the once great Terminator series.

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AnonymousMay 31, 2009

This is great! I didn't care what critics said! Super and action packed.

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chrisjMay 30, 2009

This movie reminds me of water world. better special effects, but I didn't care if the robots beat the humans or not.

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CathyWMay 29, 2009

I completely agree with Jose Q's comments...spot on! I wanted to see this movie, but I wasn't dying to see it. I really liked the first two movies, but had fallen asleep during the third. So to my surprise about 2/3 of the way I completely agree with Jose Q's comments...spot on! I wanted to see this movie, but I wasn't dying to see it. I really liked the first two movies, but had fallen asleep during the third. So to my surprise about 2/3 of the way through this movie, I actually thought to myself "This is really quite good. It FEELS like a stand alone movie or an original." I don't normally have those types of revelations during movies, so it's a testament to how much I was enjoying this one (especially after my utter disappointment with Star Trek, I was almost anticipating disappointment with this one). Unfortunately within 15 - 20 minutes of having these "good movie" thoughts...the retarded ending began. SPOLIER ALERT: When Christian Bale was trying to shock Marcus back to life (and it had definitely stopped being the character John Conners at that point for me, all I was seeing was bad acting), I was already groaning in disgust. Then when they were basically doing an open heart transplant in the field, I started feeling nauseous due to the ridiculousness. By the time the nuclear bomb was detonated (with resulting EMP) which did not bring their helicopter down, I was comatose. I gave it a 3 because I really enjoyed the first 2/3 of the movie, but the ending totally ruined it. I also found it irritating that any plot issues or back-story conflicts were summarily resolved by implying that the timeline had changed because of the actions of the characters in the previous movies. While it is true that the timeline would be different, the … Expand

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AlexPMay 29, 2009

This movie was bad right from the title sequence. There was never any connection to the characters, so I found myself entirely disinterested in the action sequences. There was no story, and the only story presented felt like a friend pausing This movie was bad right from the title sequence. There was never any connection to the characters, so I found myself entirely disinterested in the action sequences. There was no story, and the only story presented felt like a friend pausing the movie to tell me what happened in T1 and T2. It's pretty apparent that McG saw the earlier movies as having done his work for him, and all he had to do was "bring it home." That is lazy directing and a waste of my time. I would have left the theater if I hadn't watched T2 over 100 times in my childhood, knowing I would have to see this movie eventually. Anyone who gives this movie a high score is astroturfing.… Expand

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BrianSMay 29, 2009

This movie clearly shows the relentless nature of the machines and the struggle of the surviving remnants of humakind against them. The movie is darker and more serious because judgement day was not prevented and the war against the machinesThis movie clearly shows the relentless nature of the machines and the struggle of the surviving remnants of humakind against them. The movie is darker and more serious because judgement day was not prevented and the war against the machines is in full swing.
Fear the rise of the machines.… Expand

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ZackBMay 28, 2009

Had potential, but missed the mark on important points. One example, if Kyle Reese is only supposed to be "a few years younger", then how old is John Connor supposed to be? 24? The best part is the T-800 sequence, by far, but... I dunno, I Had potential, but missed the mark on important points. One example, if Kyle Reese is only supposed to be "a few years younger", then how old is John Connor supposed to be? 24? The best part is the T-800 sequence, by far, but... I dunno, I feel like... if the Terminators have giant flying versions of themselves, how would humanity even have survived THIS long? In a way, I would have liked this if it was more like Road Warrior than War of the Worlds: Terminator Edition. And maybe it's just me, but you'd think time travel would at least be mentioned, right?… Expand

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ShootsyMay 28, 2009

The 3 rating goes to "are you professional or not?" Shane Hurlbut photography because it looks awesome, SoundFX is good also; otherwise it would be a 0. How ironic when Bale "performance" is absolute crap with a total of probably 20 lines in The 3 rating goes to "are you professional or not?" Shane Hurlbut photography because it looks awesome, SoundFX is good also; otherwise it would be a 0. How ironic when Bale "performance" is absolute crap with a total of probably 20 lines in 2 hours. By the way the main character is Marcus Wright (Sam Worthington) definitely not John Connor. Anyway either as stand-alone or sequel it sucks, no story, poor script, shitty score, uninteresting characters, a total boredom.… Expand

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FrankVMay 28, 2009

Where's the plot? It seems to have disappeared about halfway through the movie. McG (pretentious a**h*le;who would call himself that to being with w/o a big ego?) creates an incoherent mess. What happened to the secret weapon that Where's the plot? It seems to have disappeared about halfway through the movie. McG (pretentious a**h*le;who would call himself that to being with w/o a big ego?) creates an incoherent mess. What happened to the secret weapon that 'turns off' the machines? Why does SkyNet HQ look like some dirty steel factory? And why do those stacks belch fire? Pretty hokey--it makes no sense except for some dumb special effects. Why are all those people herded? It isn't really developed. John Connor comes across ans mean and surly--not really a prophet or visionary--something else McG fails to develop. I miss 'Ahnold' as the Terminator. At least those last two movies (T1is by far the best) had a sense of not taking itself too seriously. This movie just feels kind of depressing. No need to do a sequel.… Expand

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BrianSMay 28, 2009

A good movie if you're able to deactivate all of your brain cells beforehand. I expected it to be dumb, and this was below expectations. Furthermore, Christian Bale had his famous tirade because his "acting" was interrupted during A good movie if you're able to deactivate all of your brain cells beforehand. I expected it to be dumb, and this was below expectations. Furthermore, Christian Bale had his famous tirade because his "acting" was interrupted during filming for this?? Hah! Ive never seen worse melodrama from an actor that I even semi-respected. Awful!… Expand

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zacharytMay 27, 2009

A really terrific movie, far better than t3. I remember going into the movie thinking it would suck without arnold, but i was really surprised as to how good the movie was, i really enjoyed the marcus storyline, the effects were tremendous A really terrific movie, far better than t3. I remember going into the movie thinking it would suck without arnold, but i was really surprised as to how good the movie was, i really enjoyed the marcus storyline, the effects were tremendous at times seeming as if you were watching a live news feed. The only complaint with t4 is christian bale who at times seemed really good, but then it would seem as if he would forcefully revert to his batman voice which he didn't need to do with this movie.… Expand

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DanielMay 27, 2009

I'm not sure why this film has gotten mixed reviews. It is a flawless sci-fi action film with no weak spots. The special effects are astounding. I can literally not think of a single image in the film that did not look real. And the I'm not sure why this film has gotten mixed reviews. It is a flawless sci-fi action film with no weak spots. The special effects are astounding. I can literally not think of a single image in the film that did not look real. And the action is incredible. Solid acting too and as sci-fi films go it's got a really interesting aesthetic that puts it in the camp of Minority Report and even Bladerunner. It's gorgeous, in a post-apocalyptic kind of way. I would have given it a ten but I felt there were some logical inconsistencies in the plot having to do with the fallability of machines, and the whole Terminator franchise in general is never very good at handling the theory of time travel/causality. But this movie is bad as hell. Go see it.… Expand

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JorgeLMay 27, 2009

This movie was awesome. So many people are followers and yes men. They can't wait to bash the next movie that isn't like "the dark knight." I thought "terminator salvation" was great. it's a return to the grim and gloominess This movie was awesome. So many people are followers and yes men. They can't wait to bash the next movie that isn't like "the dark knight." I thought "terminator salvation" was great. it's a return to the grim and gloominess that was in the first two films. It is also a billion times better than T3 thats for sure. This movie reminds me of James Cameron's "Aliens." When director McG consulted James Cameron on how to approach a new terminator film, james compared it to when he had to make "Aliens" after Ridley Scot's "Alien." I can totally see similarities in the approach. Director Mcg shows that he really cares for the material. The writers create something new and thankfully they ditch the old time travel routine that was so redundant in T3. All the actors did a great job and Bale is best Jon Conner yet. I really believe that he is the leader of the resistence. The actor that played Kyle Reeses was perfect as well. the sound was awesome too! I felt like i was really there in this grim morbid future. Thank you McG! you did a great job! Sorry, you have to live in the age of internet, where loser fanboys just can't wait to bash the next franchise.… Expand

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TheWhiskeyManMay 27, 2009

Shoot em up western taking place in the year 2018. No plot, no story, no chemistry, no nothing. Awful.

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BBackMay 27, 2009

This movie was awesome. Knowing it was a setup for a new trilogy, I didn't expect complete story arcs for some characters, such as John and Kate Connor, and was satisfied with more focus put on Marcus Wright. Great action and effects. This movie was awesome. Knowing it was a setup for a new trilogy, I didn't expect complete story arcs for some characters, such as John and Kate Connor, and was satisfied with more focus put on Marcus Wright. Great action and effects. We get to see the post-apocalyptic future we have always wanted to see. Marcus Wright's story was very interesting in terms of learning why Skynet would eventually use the T-800 Arnie model to send back in time. Nit-picking this action movie to death is a waste of time. It's not Shakespeare and neither were the other 3 movies. Give McG a break as well. I hated Charlie's Angels but figure a director has to cut his teeth on whatever he/she can sometimes to get to make movies he/she really wants to make. I wanted to like Titanic when it came out b/c it was a James Cameron movie, but still hated it (didn't stop it from making over 1 billion. Anyway, $9.50 and time well spent. Going to see it again this weekend.… Expand

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VenahCMay 27, 2009

It is a good summer movie and a fairly good Terminator movie. The only thing that bothered me was the editing of the movie. Stop bashing it before you even watched it!

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TarunKMay 27, 2009

The action was good, and the movie kept you guessing what was going to happen in the next scene... A truly entertaining experience... on the story side, this move kind of acts like a filler for the next terminator movie (like matrix reloaded was)

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CynDMay 26, 2009

Just saw it today and enjoyed it - am looking forward to the DVD release and hope that the deleted scenes will be integrated as an option for viewing (such as what the T2 DVD can do). I agree with what some people have said regarding editing Just saw it today and enjoyed it - am looking forward to the DVD release and hope that the deleted scenes will be integrated as an option for viewing (such as what the T2 DVD can do). I agree with what some people have said regarding editing and dialogue - I also think that some scenes could have been expounded upon and it would have helped somewhat with the overall flow. Loved the end, where a special appearance was made. That was awesome and so well done. Kudos to them for including something like that.… Expand

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AmandaCMay 26, 2009

This movie was amazing! Given the reviews, I almost skipped it and I'm so glad I didn't. It was a beautifully shot film, the characters were down to earth and the action was non-stop. I loved the raw post-apocalyptic feel. I think This movie was amazing! Given the reviews, I almost skipped it and I'm so glad I didn't. It was a beautifully shot film, the characters were down to earth and the action was non-stop. I loved the raw post-apocalyptic feel. I think this movie was probably too art house for most of the traditional Terminator dweebs. This is not a generic movie. These days, most of the action movies throw in a lot of really bad jokes and innocuous and pedestrian story lines. Sure, it had some problems but the overall product was stellar. Neither Mad Max nor Blade Runner were received well at first. I think Terminator Salvation is also destined to become a cult classic. It does't have "heart". It has "spine"!… Expand

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RCRMay 26, 2009

The movie was simply bad, but the end was so d-chill inducing it easily earns a 0. The director, a thinking-man's Michael Bay, has managed to fill 2 hours worth of cinema with neither a single character that extends past a two The movie was simply bad, but the end was so d-chill inducing it easily earns a 0. The director, a thinking-man's Michael Bay, has managed to fill 2 hours worth of cinema with neither a single character that extends past a two dimensional melodramatic archetype, nor a story that makes sense on any level above "Gee whiz, a robot!" Yeah, it wasn't for me.… Expand

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ErickLMay 26, 2009

Incredibly poor story, full of holes and minimal characterization. Does the action make up for it? Nope. A hallmark of the Terminator series is 'show me something I haven't seen before'. This movie not only fails to do that, Incredibly poor story, full of holes and minimal characterization. Does the action make up for it? Nope. A hallmark of the Terminator series is 'show me something I haven't seen before'. This movie not only fails to do that, it doesn't even try. Competent effects gone to waste. PG-13 rating means it lacks the visceral thrills or terror inherent to the franchise. Inept Terminators are apparantly unable to really kill anything...they just rought you up a little. Audiences looking for epic battle sequences between the armies of the humans and machines will be disappointed, as all of the conflicts here are small scale, cliched, and ripped off from previous installments (another factory fight? Really) and other movies. A huge disappointment, the weakest of the Terminator films by far, and a sad way to cap off the franchise.… Expand

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McSuckMay 26, 2009

The story and direction is a 0 of 10. Gets a 3 because there are a couple of awesome action set pieces in the first 1/3 of the movie, and because of the borderline star-making turn from Worthington. Otherwise, this is the most inept piece of The story and direction is a 0 of 10. Gets a 3 because there are a couple of awesome action set pieces in the first 1/3 of the movie, and because of the borderline star-making turn from Worthington. Otherwise, this is the most inept piece of trash (along w/ that hideous Indy 4 abomination) that either my wife or I have seen in the past ten years. This makes T3 look like Citizen Kane by comparison. Never before have I seen the reigns of a $100 million+ blockbuster given to such a clueless, insecure, talentless hack. And Slow-Mo? Are you kidding me? Really? I beg you. Please save your money - or better yet, give your $11.50 to some worthy charity. Just do not lead to the propagation of future Joe Nichol films. McSuck!… Expand

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JoeCMay 26, 2009

Pros: -Special effects look great. T-800 cameo looks amazing. -Sound effects are great, they are unique and loud. -Fast paced, heart-pounding action sequences. Cons -Christian Bale growling his lines. -Forced relationships between Pros: -Special effects look great. T-800 cameo looks amazing. -Sound effects are great, they are unique and loud. -Fast paced, heart-pounding action sequences. Cons -Christian Bale growling his lines. -Forced relationships between characters. -Nothing new, same old sci-fi action movie with a bunch of explosions. This is not a terribly memorable movie. It is, however, very fun to watch. It's a movie about people in the future fighting robots with machine guns, what do you expect?… Expand

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