Terminator Salvation

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JudeMireMay 24, 2009

No more "nice" terminators like in 2 and 3, this brings the franchise back to it's unrelenting, unstoppable, beginning.

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DanJ.May 24, 2009

What a joke! Terrible movie and by the way, John Connor wasn't even the center of the movie, Marcus was!

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BenB.May 24, 2009

Great at being what it set out to be... post-apocalyptic, fleshing out of the storyline, not solving all the larger problems.

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PaulM.May 24, 2009

This was about as good of a "Terminator" follow-up as I could envision being made. The storyline was never completely solid to begin with, but T4 aligns with the past narrative nicely while adding a few new twists. The end was a bit too This was about as good of a "Terminator" follow-up as I could envision being made. The storyline was never completely solid to begin with, but T4 aligns with the past narrative nicely while adding a few new twists. The end was a bit too canned, but I never once found myself wondering when it would end. Looking forward to T5.… Expand

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JYMay 24, 2009

I went to see TS full of skepticism considering how much I enjoyed T1 and T2, and how disappointing T3 was. But I came out of TS pleasantly surprised just how much I liked it overall. Action was good, one-liners from the first two movies I went to see TS full of skepticism considering how much I enjoyed T1 and T2, and how disappointing T3 was. But I came out of TS pleasantly surprised just how much I liked it overall. Action was good, one-liners from the first two movies were amusing reminders of the popularity of the series due to James Cameron's past direction. The actor who I thought lent his own weight to the success of the movie was Sam Worthington; his tough yet warm portrayal of the new generation of Terminator who is half man and half machine provided much needed balance to the grim overtone of the movie.… Expand

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HyperS.May 24, 2009

Unfortunately just a standard run-of-the-mill post-apocalyptic movie. All the special effects were pretty bleh from the robots to the weapons to the seemingly ordinary and small in scope locales. The story was also pretty contrived and Unfortunately just a standard run-of-the-mill post-apocalyptic movie. All the special effects were pretty bleh from the robots to the weapons to the seemingly ordinary and small in scope locales. The story was also pretty contrived and filled with just enough plot holes to assist the director in turning John Conner into apparently a stealth ninja/Rambo hybrid for the "Grand Finale," which included a Skynet with a defense comparable to your local Toys'R'Us and some moronic zombie terminators that my grandma could have outrun with her walker. Ooooh, what suspense... what drama.... what mediocrity.… Expand

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GaryMay 24, 2009

Terrible! Just CGI without any dialogue. You feel nothing for any of the characters. John Connor by the brutality of Judgment Day (C. Bale) has been reduced to a robotic warrior without emotions. The TV series on Fox was better than this. Terrible! Just CGI without any dialogue. You feel nothing for any of the characters. John Connor by the brutality of Judgment Day (C. Bale) has been reduced to a robotic warrior without emotions. The TV series on Fox was better than this. The end of the franchise.… Expand

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LelandG.May 24, 2009

Even before the action started I was not happy with the score of the movie. And I found myself just shaking my head at a lot of the scenes. Some interesting action scene however I felt they were nothing new, just stolen from T2...

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Robertf.May 24, 2009

I would just like to say, agree with me or not, that many people here are approaching this movie from the wrong perspective. I think this Terminator movie was meant to be a 'reboot' of the franchise in the vein of the recent James I would just like to say, agree with me or not, that many people here are approaching this movie from the wrong perspective. I think this Terminator movie was meant to be a 'reboot' of the franchise in the vein of the recent James Bond, Batman, and Star Trek franchise series restarts. That being said, it doesn't necessarily have to follow perfectly in line with anything that's come before. Also...I completely understand where everyone is coming from regarding the plot holes and distorted science, but what action movie at any point in time hasn't had these things? Is it a dumb movie? Possibly. But was it fun? I know I had a lot of fun watching it. And to me that's the most important thing. Final Verdict: It may not be the most well-written or intellectual film ever made. But, honestly, who expected that? I think it hit a pretty sweet note, actually. It was never dull and there was enough character development to make it tolerable in that regard. Cliched but a fun view.… Expand

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aramisgjrMay 25, 2009

Just another summer blockbuster taking advantage of the common person's desire to blot out rationality and common sense. Not as plot hole offensive as Star Trek, but still pretty bad. I'm giving it a 6 for the visuals and violent Just another summer blockbuster taking advantage of the common person's desire to blot out rationality and common sense. Not as plot hole offensive as Star Trek, but still pretty bad. I'm giving it a 6 for the visuals and violent atmosphere it creates in the first half.… Expand

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JenniferW.May 25, 2009

Any true fan of the terminator series can appreciate this film which has both amazing casting and emotionally endearing characters. See this movie, it is without a doubt great compared to T3 which lacked the intense yet brilliant plot.

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DavidRMay 25, 2009

Brilliant movie, obviously not to everyones liking but in my opinion a damn solid film and worthy of being associated with the previous films. And will everyone please stop dissing T3 - OK there are a few bits that grate (comedy glasses, Brilliant movie, obviously not to everyones liking but in my opinion a damn solid film and worthy of being associated with the previous films. And will everyone please stop dissing T3 - OK there are a few bits that grate (comedy glasses, expanding chest) but its a fine film overall with some great moments (the dropped beer bottle, sinking to the sea floor, lined with skulls, cut back up above the water and into the future war...the final scene of the inevitable judgment day beginning). The T3 appreciation club starts here !!… 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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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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ScottNMay 26, 2009

Don't listen to the negative nellies who keep saying this movie has no plot, because they are dead wrong. Yes, there is alot of action, but it's a Terminator flick - WHAT DO YOU EXPECT??? This isn't Atonement, people, nor was Don't listen to the negative nellies who keep saying this movie has no plot, because they are dead wrong. Yes, there is alot of action, but it's a Terminator flick - WHAT DO YOU EXPECT??? This isn't Atonement, people, nor was it ever meant to be. Not for a moment did I ever find the movie to be dragging on, nor were there any real moments where I caught myself thinking that the action was nothing but filler or wishing that the movie would just get to the point. Not a perfect movie, but it was pretty well written, thought out, and acted. I can't imagine any Terminator fans being disappointed with this film. Salvation is better than T3 easily, and while it may not match the original two movies (those are fantastic), it is a worthy addition to the series. Definitely worth watching despite some of the Siskel & Ebert wannabees out there who are rating this film low for "lack of substance".… Expand

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JohnBMay 26, 2009

A decent movie but hindered by it's inability to consider that some people may not know the first 3 movies by heart. Amusing and action packed, I'd suggest waiting for the DVD with the hopes that some included deleted scenes may A decent movie but hindered by it's inability to consider that some people may not know the first 3 movies by heart. Amusing and action packed, I'd suggest waiting for the DVD with the hopes that some included deleted scenes may provide some much needed depth and background story.… Expand

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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ColinAug 6, 2009

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

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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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EvanPMar 25, 2010

Salvation is underrated. Especially by the fans. I would agree that it lacks the comedic relief provided in the first films which then in turn feels like Salvation is taking itself too seriously. However, I think the story is going in the Salvation is underrated. Especially by the fans. I would agree that it lacks the comedic relief provided in the first films which then in turn feels like Salvation is taking itself too seriously. However, I think the story is going in the right direction! We've already seen terminators sent back in time to kill the Connors... 3 times actually. I want to see post rise of the machines. What's the story behind John Connor and sending the T-800? Lots of action and connections to the earlier films. I liked it a lot.… 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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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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MiKEDec 6, 2009

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

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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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TylerH.May 21, 2009

Again, the critics are all trying to get attention it seems by giving there negative 2 cents. This was a very good movie, but not perfect with its flaws. I was entertained, visuals were excellent, as was Bale as usual. There were some plot Again, the critics are all trying to get attention it seems by giving there negative 2 cents. This was a very good movie, but not perfect with its flaws. I was entertained, visuals were excellent, as was Bale as usual. There were some plot holes, but it didn't destroy the movie for me. It seems like a 5th movie may come forth, if for the only reason to truly tie together everything and attempt to put an end to the war. Definately worth seeing, if you don't expect a masterpiece that will leave you jizzing your pants everywhere, you'll be fine. Its a very good movie.… Expand

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ryanj.May 21, 2009

Dark and different with the best action scenes in years.

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[Anonymous]May 21, 2009

Not bad for a sequel with a LOT to live up to. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed if you have some kind of pulse.

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CraigS.May 21, 2009

This IS a stereotypical summer blockbuster, and there are several plot holes; but that does not make this movie unwatchable, as several reviews make it out to be.

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ChrisB.May 21, 2009

Not what i expected for this movie but its still good, do yourself a fav, don't go by film geeks reviews. go see it, its worth it.

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MatthewA.May 21, 2009

Started off a really interesting and mysterious post-apocalyptic movie with all the intensity and mythology necessary. Once the love story and plot thicken though, it takes away from the movie and turns it into a rat-race. Still, positive Started off a really interesting and mysterious post-apocalyptic movie with all the intensity and mythology necessary. Once the love story and plot thicken though, it takes away from the movie and turns it into a rat-race. Still, positive points on a great 1st half. This could have been good if it was 3 hours long, giving more time to develop a solid plot and character; 2nd half seemed very rushed. See it on the big screen for sure!… Expand

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BobB.May 21, 2009

I went in expecting to laugh at Christian Bale as he shoots terminators in the face, and that is exactly what I got. Mediocre acting, stupid plot, but damn was it fun. This is the perfect summer popcorn flick-and this comes from someone who I went in expecting to laugh at Christian Bale as he shoots terminators in the face, and that is exactly what I got. Mediocre acting, stupid plot, but damn was it fun. This is the perfect summer popcorn flick-and this comes from someone who never goes to such films. In the end, any film that has some brutal gattlin-gun weildin terminators, giant lazer shooting robots, and carnage via A-10s is pretty badass. Yes, I said it: badass. Great movie? No. Enjoyable? Yes. Shut your brain off and enjoy the carnage.… Expand

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ElliotS.May 22, 2009

Yes, it was loud. Yes, it was full of action: explosions and gunshots. But, is that not appropriate for the long-prophesied view of the post-apocalypse? The movie had a great dramatic arc, great acting, great practical/special effects, great Yes, it was loud. Yes, it was full of action: explosions and gunshots. But, is that not appropriate for the long-prophesied view of the post-apocalypse? The movie had a great dramatic arc, great acting, great practical/special effects, great music and made all the right nods to the earlier films without trying to mimic or mock them. McG made it into his own movie and his view of the future of the franchise is a dark and beautiful one.… Expand

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PeterMay 22, 2009

A high 7 from me. Fun to watch and mostly enjoyable. I think if you go in expecting it to be "BIGGER AND BETTER" than Terminator 1and 2, you'll be disappointed. Its not a chase movie. Its more Mad Max with Cyborgs, which is fine by me.

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JasonH.May 22, 2009

You know, I had fun watching this. I really did. The scenery was really grim, and i though that certain areas run by robots ought to be nice, mono chrome white, and clean, but I really thought the special effects were superb. My only You know, I had fun watching this. I really did. The scenery was really grim, and i though that certain areas run by robots ought to be nice, mono chrome white, and clean, but I really thought the special effects were superb. My only complaint, aside from the not-so-great soundtrack (where's the terminator theme?) was actually the trailer. Yes, the TRAILER. Whoever made that trailer is probably the biggest idiot in the movie industry, and if you haven't seen the trailer, for the love of all that's holy, don't watch it. The reason is that the trailer gives away the most awesome part of the entire movie. My brother hadn't seen the trailer, and he was actually genuinely surprised when he saw the movie. So yeah, the movie was alright, and but would have been REALLY cool, had it not been for that trailer.… Expand

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GrahamS.May 22, 2009

Much as been written about the loss of humanity in this franchise. For fans- there were few surprises, but the biggest was an inability to really care about a single character on screen. It was like nascar- fast and loud- Cameron's t2 Much as been written about the loss of humanity in this franchise. For fans- there were few surprises, but the biggest was an inability to really care about a single character on screen. It was like nascar- fast and loud- Cameron's t2 resonated with so much depth of character it made this reasonable addition seem bland and humourless- much like the future depicted here. I'm not sure I want another terminator- the story was okay- execution generally speaking was okay- but it just seemed empty at all the wrong times.… Expand

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VilhelmB.May 22, 2009

[***SPOILERS***] There were a few nice "hat tips" to the older films. There were a few double entendres which made me chuckle (Marcus Wright asks, "do you think humans deserve a second chance?" referring to his own reincarnation, and Blair[***SPOILERS***] There were a few nice "hat tips" to the older films. There were a few double entendres which made me chuckle (Marcus Wright asks, "do you think humans deserve a second chance?" referring to his own reincarnation, and Blair Williams answers "yes", referring to humanity.) Anton Yelchin was mesmerizing as he channeled Kyle Reese perfectly. Other than that, this movie was a great big loud, goofy letdown (or perhaps I should say meltdown?) For starters, be prepared to forget everything you ever learned about physics, medicine, anatomy, nuclear weapons, electronics, metallurgy and critical thinking in general. This movie requires more suspension of disbelief than all three previous installments combined. (warning, spoilers head) For example... By now, everyone knows that atomic weapon detonations are accompanied by an EM pulse which fries electronics. Not in this film. When Little Boy was dropped on Hiroshima, the shock wave that hit the Enola Gay was enough to knock the crew off their feet. The plane was 15 miles away. At the end of this film, a blast which ostensibly was many times greater than Little Boy's had no effect on the helicopter that was perhaps a few thousand feet away. In reality, the helicopter would have been vaporized. As in most films, small arms never seem to run out of bullets, and the bullets themselves never seem to hit anyone who is running away in a dead straight line. In fact, the more guns there were shooting at a person, the less chance there seemed to be of them getting hit. It is never actually explained to us why the machines are collecting and warehousing humans, nor is it explained how gargantuan mechanized "people collectors" don't crush bodies in the process of snatching them off the ground at lightning fast speeds. For that matter, when you've got these 100' tall monster machines that can sneak up on your hideout in complete silence, and destroy it in a matter of seconds, what the heck do you need terminators for? The sophistication and invulnerability of the machine's larger aircraft makes you wonder why they simply don't follow the rebel planes back to their bases and annihilate them. One thing I was really hoping to find out is how the machines went from being tractors with machine guns mounted on them (like we saw in T3) to developing the fine motor abilities of humans, which they would obviously would have needed in order to construct all the sophisticated assembly lines that manufactured the terminators. We never really learn how Skynet made the jump from self-awareness in the "virtual world" to corporeal existence in the real world. Nor do we know how Skynet managed to stay online after it dropped the nuclear arsenals of the world on the centers of population. It's safe to say that the people operating and maintaining powerplants, refining oil, delivering fuel, etc, would not be doing this after the bombs went off. Then the are the anatomical absurdities. People (especially Conner) seem to be almost as indestructible as the terminators themselves. On numerous occasions he is thrown through the air dozens of feet, and struck by punches which would collapse the rib cage of ordinary humans. He crashes into equipment with enough force to crush it, yet gets back up and fights as if nothing happened. By the way, if you were a terminator, would you bother throwing your target across the room, or would you just rend him limb from limb? Don't answer that. It gets worse. This video game tries to have a heart. There is a soporific scene at the end where Conner has been wounded, and needs a heart transplant. Well, fortunately, Marcus' heart (which has been pounded, exposed to the air, and fried with a makeshift defibrillator) happens to be an exact fit, and coincidentally, Conner's wife (veterinarian turned cardio-surgeon) just happens to have all the facilities, assistants and preparations necessary to perform open-heart surgery in her al fresco hospital tent (she must have hoarded those anti-rejection drugs before the bombs went off. Conner, of course, makes a full recovery so he can live to fight another day - which he apparently will do in T5 which is all but guaranteed by the hokey end scene (and you thought they destroyed Skynet's headquarters - Ha! - they've got dozens of headquarters all over the world.) Don't expect to see any animals in this film - even the dogs mentioned in the first film. Don't expect to see any farms, or wells, or beds, or anything that suggests the surviving humans actually have to work, eat, drink & sleep to stay alive. Don't expect to see anything that even remotely explains how the resistance was able to go from huddling in filthy fall-out shelters in T1 to having access to A-10 jets, submarines, fully equipped military bases, and so on. Don't expect star power to save this mess - Michael Ironside plays the same cardboard character he does in all his sci-fi films, and Jane Alexander is totally wasted. Someone named "Common" plays the required "angry black man", and a child actor named "Jadagrace" who, much like the time-traveling terminators has appeared in Hollywood out of nowhere, plays the small child whose either underfoot, or saving the day. Apparently, single named actors are making a comeback (Madonna, take a bow.) Aside from Yelchin, Moon Bloodgood and Sam Worthington are the only two who seemed to care about actual acting in this film, and Bloodgood was the better of the two. Bale should just stick to what he knows best... portraying a growling vigilante, because he simply sucks in the hero role. I only wish I could time-travel back to before this film was made and terminate the writers, the director (McG), and most of the cast. On the bright side, we've still got time to stop judgment day... er... I mean Terminator 5… Expand

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rlloydMay 23, 2009

He represents everything that disgusts me... Obviousness! Unoriginal, macho energy! Yeah, a Barfly quote pretty much somes it up. Where do you start with this mess? The casting, the dialogue, the music, the huge leaps in logic already He represents everything that disgusts me... Obviousness! Unoriginal, macho energy! Yeah, a Barfly quote pretty much somes it up. Where do you start with this mess? The casting, the dialogue, the music, the huge leaps in logic already mentioned by Vilhelm B (well done, btw) or just the extreme disappointment in what "could have been"? Let's start with the casting. Imagine the movie without the mute girl, or better yet, what was the point of her character? To add an "aww cute" factor? To remind the survivors that they have something to fight for? To bluntly tell the audience that humanity still exists in this apocalyptic world? Cute mute is a cheap plot device at best, an anchor around the movies' neck at worst. Again, imagine how this movie flows better without her character. Also, if McG fought so hard to get Christain Bale, then why not do that for the rest of the cast. Michael Ironside as one of the "tough talking" resistance leaders? Really, wow, never seen Ironside in that role before. Not Starship Troopers, Not V; Ironside has played the "tough" resistance leader ad nauseum. How about if you need a silent and hard black man? I know, GET A RAPPER!!! McG and the makers of Terminator could have worked harder on casting, instead they went for cheap easy cardboard cutouts. Maybe the thought was that with all the explosions and robots, no one would notice. You do notice the great action movies when they go the extra mile in this regard. We ALL remember Bill Paxton and Lance Henriksen in Aliens (speaking of which, note how "cute girl" was brilliantly used in this movie). How about Tina Turner in Mad Max Beyond Thunder? No one saw that coming and it made the movie. But McG and crew want to go the easy route. Nothing is more apparent than the banal dialogue. When the "I'll be back" line was used in the first Terminator, it meant something, it led to something: utter destruction. That phrase has never meant the same since. When Christian Bale uses it in Salvation, it means NOTHING. It's an obvious, and again, cheap and unnecessary way to try to tickle the audience. So obvious, it falls completely flat when he says it. The unoriginal lines don't stop there. In any movie where it's man v technology or man v the apocalypse/black hole/all hell has broken loose there is usually a question of whether or not man can keep his humanity intact. It's a given. It's kind of the UNSPOKEN point of the movie that you don't ever need to verbally remind the audience about. That is, unless your name happens to be McG and you are Captain Obvious and can't help yourself. More than once the Terminator characters have to make speeches about how human they are or need to be. "That's what separated us from the machines, we're human". Really, i would have never guessed! Being human is what the Terminator series is ALL about, we all get it by now. We build things that we can't control and can kill us, then struggle to control and overcome them. We've seen this in the Terminator series three times, we don't need the characters to verbally tell us over and over again a fourth time. But McG takes the brain eating zombie route and has to bludgeon us with speeches and overt physical cues about humanity up to the bitter end when cute mute girl compassionately holds human robot hand because, you know, THAT'S WHAT HUMANS DO. Less talking and more brooding, or maybe have one character that spouts off about humanity and is blown to bits by a terminator. McG is devoid of such irony. He just hammers away at the audience with explosions and moral statements. Nothing is more apparent in his approach than his use of music. Granted, the music is the last thing anyone should complain about in an action movie, but that's because great action movies don't usually need music and the great action movies that do use it, use it wisely. But again, McG can't help himself. Silence in desolate situations has a chilling effect. You can see feel and HEAR the loneliness of the character. Remember There Will Be Blood or the brilliant first 20 minutes of Once Upon a Time in the West? We are never allowed to be alone in Terminator Salvation. We are never allowed to experience those solitary, despondent moments. McG won't allow us to, he has to fill these moments with a Michael Baywatch type of sound. The soaring "oooh, hear the plight of my protagonist" music in these key scenes comes from a director too insecure to let well enough alone. The same director that had to remind us in print why he wouldn't screw up Terminator because everything he's touched, Sugar Ray, Charlie's Angels, the OC, has been a monumental success. Truly successful people don't remind people of their accolades. Their accolades speak for them. Similarly, a good action movie doesn't need to make a lot of hollow noise. The action will speak for itself.… Expand

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JoseQ.May 23, 2009

Movie mostly good but not great due to inconsistencies. The rating I gave is an eight mainly because the action scenes are awesome, the robots presented are amazing, and the first 4/5 of the movie are great. People have pointed out plot Movie mostly good but not great due to inconsistencies. The rating I gave is an eight mainly because the action scenes are awesome, the robots presented are amazing, and the first 4/5 of the movie are great. People have pointed out plot holes and bad logical blunders, which some are justified but some can be explained within the movie. Remember that the war has only being going on for a short time, skynet has not grown enough to control the whole world but its working to that end, some robots are huge and some fans question why skynet would need little human sized terminators if they have bigger choices, but you are all not thinking like a machine(pun intended), it obviously takes more time and resources to built bigger ones, so logically(skynet thinking) making many small sized terminators would be more efficient, (spoilers ahead) the machines are obviously collecting humans for their skin and to possibly copy their features, to make them infiltrators, there were some scenes that were in the previews that were cut out, some of these scenes unfortunately had answers to some of these questions, one scene in particular showed terminators working in the factory as regular factory workers, the writers and creators of this movie, and director mcg, should have paid more attention to detail and explained more on how skynet has reached its current existance. Now, the main reason the movie is only an 8, or lower to some people who saw it, is the last ten minutes or so, where they really dropped the ball. (major spoiler) Skynet obviously already knows about the past failed attempts to kill sara and john connor in the past, so it sets a trap, not just for john, but also for the leaders of the resistance, which is really smart. It lets them think they have the upper hand, lets john infiltrate the skynet base and factory, lets the resistance think they can shut the machines down to lure them close and kill them all while they attack the robot base, smart and logical. But instead of having an army of terminators, flying ships, and other machines ready to kill john and all the resistance, they have a grand total of TWO, yeah, just TWO small, human sized termis, and one of them without a GUN, sent to kill john and whoever comes to save him, and when the helicopter does come to save him, no robot is in sight to shot at them or at least tell them they cant park a heli in a construction zone. Now, it is possible that marcus could have disabled all defenses to allow for this while he was in the control room with skynet chick, but they at least have to show us that he did it and not just one robot he disabled when he got there. Then comes the greatest insult to medicine in a movie, he gets impaled, through and through, yet no blood bc its a pg13 film, he gets surgery OUTSIDE!! in a tent, and the one person who is not totally human has a heart that is compatible, man, i had always admired the term movies bc they kept it as real as possible when dealing with future human killing machines, but this is just hollywood completely killing the pride and brand of a franchise just for the sake of making a sequel, and the third horrible illogical blunder, they set of a NUCLEAR bomb like 50 yards away from the heli but nothing happens to the heli or them, the heli should have shut down at the very least from the EMP pulse( I agree Vilhem B). So yeah, the lesson learned is if you are going to make a high profile sequel, pay attention to detail, have a good story with a PROPER ENDING, and have amazing action. Terminator had the last one of the three perfect, but lacked in the other two, specially in the second.… Expand

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DanLofgrenMay 24, 2009

Don't pay attention to the reviews, this movie was fan-fu#@ing-tabulous!!! They literally got everything right and I'd pay full price to see it again multiple times - it was that good. Anyone who can't appreciate the factDon't pay attention to the reviews, this movie was fan-fu#@ing-tabulous!!! They literally got everything right and I'd pay full price to see it again multiple times - it was that good. Anyone who can't appreciate the fact that this movie does a near perfect job in showing the future and war between skynet and resistance after judgment day is somehow skewed in perspective.
AWESOME film. Bravo McG.… Expand

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CodyB.May 24, 2009

Intense. Exciting. Very well written. Visually superior to anything else that came out this year... and yes I mean better than Star Trek and I am a Star Trek nut. I went into Terminator not expecting much and walked out blown away. It was Intense. Exciting. Very well written. Visually superior to anything else that came out this year... and yes I mean better than Star Trek and I am a Star Trek nut. I went into Terminator not expecting much and walked out blown away. It was everything that Terminator 3 was suppose to be, and I haven't gone to a movie in a long time that made me want to turn around immediately and see it again. Too bad it was 12:30 am when I got out or else I would have. Must see. Must buy...ON BLU-RAY!!!… Expand

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KrisC.May 24, 2009

They have really messed up with terminator. They have lost the essence that made the series. Rip-offs from transformer and mad max series make this movie seem woefully in-adequate. No points of humor were ever made, no intrigue, no caring They have really messed up with terminator. They have lost the essence that made the series. Rip-offs from transformer and mad max series make this movie seem woefully in-adequate. No points of humor were ever made, no intrigue, no caring for the characters, no need to wonder how this movie might turn out, it was just painful … Expand

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D.C.May 24, 2009

All the psychology is gone in this sequel which is strictly a war movie without much pacing. It was just one blisteringly noisy ride to nowhere. The scenes between the pilot and Marcus are cheesier than a deli. The pilot's character as All the psychology is gone in this sequel which is strictly a war movie without much pacing. It was just one blisteringly noisy ride to nowhere. The scenes between the pilot and Marcus are cheesier than a deli. The pilot's character as post apocalyptic eye-candy was way over the top. There was no character development or tension anywhere. Watching this was like being hit on the head with a rubber mallet for 2 hours.… Expand

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PhilipP.May 24, 2009

Awesome movie. While I didn't much like the storyline, the creative action sequences, and original mecahical designs were the great points in this film and on-par with their predecessors.

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TrevorRMay 25, 2009

The computer animation was very impressive, and most of the action sequences were well done, but the plot was really weak. It was hard to follow, and it was not until 3/4 the way through the film that one is able to fully understand what is The computer animation was very impressive, and most of the action sequences were well done, but the plot was really weak. It was hard to follow, and it was not until 3/4 the way through the film that one is able to fully understand what is going on. McG did not strike me as the most suitable director for this type of film, and it showed. Bale as not in the film nearly as much as I thought he would be. The film could be have been much better.… Expand

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JustinMMay 25, 2009

Tough to bring a prequel/sequel movie together and they did a fantastic job! Typical summer action movie that won't lead to any oscar nominations but leaves nothing short for action/entertainment factor. Should have been terminator 3 Tough to bring a prequel/sequel movie together and they did a fantastic job! Typical summer action movie that won't lead to any oscar nominations but leaves nothing short for action/entertainment factor. Should have been terminator 3 and wiped that terrible movie away. Great follow up to T2.… Expand

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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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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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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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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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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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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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AndrewCMay 31, 2009

The bastard child of the once great Terminator series.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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gm101Apr 27, 2011

The weakest of all the Terminator movies. Seriously, no Arnold? As for the plot, it felt like it was supposed to be for a Terminator video game, not a full-length movie. At least the movie had great action scenes and solved a plot hole fromThe weakest of all the Terminator movies. Seriously, no Arnold? As for the plot, it felt like it was supposed to be for a Terminator video game, not a full-length movie. At least the movie had great action scenes and solved a plot hole from T3, the reasons why I gave this movie a passing grade of 6. But if they're gonna make a T5, they better focus on what made the first three great, and get Arnold back!… Expand

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imthenoobFeb 2, 2012

Outside of T2, This is the only decent sequel. McG did a great job crafting a setting we have never explored before in a Terminator film. Bale and Worthington were great leads, The action was enjoyable and it was very easy to stay interestedOutside of T2, This is the only decent sequel. McG did a great job crafting a setting we have never explored before in a Terminator film. Bale and Worthington were great leads, The action was enjoyable and it was very easy to stay interested in despite some moments not necessarily fitting the flow of the narrative and feeling out of place.

Salvation had a lot of potential and sadly, We never got to see a sequel since the company behind it had sold the rights to the franchise. I wish the later films followed this format more closely because Salvation, while clearly being flawed, did a lot of things right.… Expand

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gracjanskiDec 4, 2020

The whole movie takes place during the war between the machines and humans...finally, because I am sure many wanted to see that. The action is good, the story is average, the dialogues bad sometimes.

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rjmacreadySep 9, 2020

Some decent early scenes gradually give way to a silly plot and a CGI Schwarzenegger. Not quite as bad as I remember from my first viewing...but still the weakest Terminator film in the franchise, at least up to this point (I still haven'tSome decent early scenes gradually give way to a silly plot and a CGI Schwarzenegger. Not quite as bad as I remember from my first viewing...but still the weakest Terminator film in the franchise, at least up to this point (I still haven't watched Genisys, so wish me luck with that)!

Ultimately, it's more like a second-rate Mad Max (with added robots) than a Terminator film, but not horrifically bad for all that. It's certainly a darn sight better than Transformers; though I'm not convinced "McG" is much of an improvement over Michael McF-ing Bay.… Expand

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6

LinttaFlamingoSep 27, 2016

Christian Bale hacks a Terminator by plugging a USB to his phone. That's what this movie is. Loud, dumb, entertaining, but no actual logic or character development. No Arnie. There are some cool T-800 scenes, but for the most part the movieChristian Bale hacks a Terminator by plugging a USB to his phone. That's what this movie is. Loud, dumb, entertaining, but no actual logic or character development. No Arnie. There are some cool T-800 scenes, but for the most part the movie is just loud and wants to entertain you. It did entertain me, but from a story perspective or character or anything like that, it has pretty much nothing else but the backstory of the main characters.… Expand

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5

mohamad91hkJun 5, 2019

Normal movie with a lot of stars, i expected to see an amazing movie, but actually the movie focus on explosions without strong story or performance, I'm not a fan of Terminator and Arnold Schwarzenegger movies, but when i saw Bale, Sam,Normal movie with a lot of stars, i expected to see an amazing movie, but actually the movie focus on explosions without strong story or performance, I'm not a fan of Terminator and Arnold Schwarzenegger movies, but when i saw Bale, Sam, Bryce, Anton, etc. are acting here, i thought it will be an amazing action movie.… Expand

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6

Almighty_DavidJul 24, 2018

This is easily one of the worst written movies I have ever seen. It is brimming with cringeworthy moments and nonsensicalness. However, as much as I hate to admit it, it is visually exciting enough that I still felt pretty decentlyThis is easily one of the worst written movies I have ever seen. It is brimming with cringeworthy moments and nonsensicalness. However, as much as I hate to admit it, it is visually exciting enough that I still felt pretty decently entertained watching it.… Expand

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5

BroyaxMar 28, 2022

Des explosions en veux-tu, en voilà, des explosions à en perdre la tête, c’est la grosse promo : toutes les explosions à -75% ! des petites, des grosses, des énoooormes explosions ! et putain qu’elles sont belles ces explosions ! booooum boumDes explosions en veux-tu, en voilà, des explosions à en perdre la tête, c’est la grosse promo : toutes les explosions à -75% ! des petites, des grosses, des énoooormes explosions ! et putain qu’elles sont belles ces explosions ! booooum boum baboum kaboum badaboum !!… impossibles à décrire en vrai, surtout avec les effets sonores… explosifs. Tout le film d’ailleurs devrait recevoir un Oscar pour sa partie sonore : un pur régal pour les esgourdes.

Les autres effets spéciaux ne sont pas en reste : tout ce fric (des centaines de millions ?) est là pour vous servir. D’autant que la réalisation est très correcte… entendons-nous bien cependant : rien à voir avec les deux premiers ou même le troisième mais à côté (par exemple) d’une merde comme Elysium ou Edge of Tomorrow (par exemple), c’est presque de la belle ouvrage.

Puis, passé cet émerveillement (au passage, excellent choix que Christian Bale pour John Connor) on note que la musique signée Danny Elfman est bêtement criarde, gueularde, formatée et syndicale. Heureusement, la bande sonore des machins qui pètent de partout la font quasiment oublier.

Le scénario qui rappelons-le après 3 films doit composer avec une base sévèrement bancale est ici très alambiqué, tellement alambiqué qu’on pourrait en sortir 25 litres de 3 étoiles. Pas crédible pour un sou, on atteint le point de rupture de tout l’univers terminatoresque sur le point d’imploser sous son propre poids (et il est lourd le bougre !).

Par exemple, la petite gamine complètement débile et issue de la diversité obligatoire équivaut à elle seule à se tirer une ogive nucléaire dans le pied ; Kyle Reese en ado est une tête à claques et j’en passe. Et des pires. C’est pénible. Ajoutons que tout humour a totalement disparu, ce T4 étant bloqué au premier degré comme un ascenseur en panne.

Finalement, ne peut-on faire un bon Terminator sans Schwarzenegger ?… mais si on le peut ! pourvu qu’on ait un minimum de bon sens : la série des Chroniques de Sarah Connor l’a démontré malgré ses défauts. Du grand spectacle ici donc… mais pas beaucoup plus !… Expand

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6

alexandreaDec 1, 2021

Better than 3 but still not amazing. The premise is simply the best in the franchise.

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6

FilipeNetoMar 19, 2021

Building an entire franchise on top of the smashing success of two films was a mistake, and the comparison between "Terminator 2" and this film is even unfair. Through this film, we travel to an apocalyptic future, where a program calledBuilding an entire franchise on top of the smashing success of two films was a mistake, and the comparison between "Terminator 2" and this film is even unfair. Through this film, we travel to an apocalyptic future, where a program called Skynet managed to start a war between humans and machines. Human resistance is led, of course, by John Connor. But what to do when a man comes to him who may not be who he says he is?

I honestly don't want to talk about the plot too much because talking too much about it implies, in my perspective, revealing too much about the film, and I honestly don't want to do that. This is due to the fact that it is too simple and thin, in addition to being a little obvious, being quite easy to guess the main events and twists. In fact, the script, despite trying to offer us something more than chase scenes, turns out to be just a pretext for action scenes, one after another, with the story itself being relegated to the background.

It is quite evident that director McG (what an absurd pseudonym, it looks like a car brand!) bet all his chips on creating a "blockbuster action" movie, and invested extensively in production values and noisy and impressive action scenes, neglecting almost everything else and letting the name "Terminator" to help to make the film saleable.

The cast is satisfactory. As it could not be otherwise, Arnold Schwarzenegger returns to assume the role of terminator, but in a CGI version of himself, ugly and uninteresting enough to disappoint anyone. Christian Bale could have done better, too. He is a shadow of himself here. On the contrary, Sam Worthington offers us a complex and charismatic character, and Anton Yelchin also offers us a consistent and solid performance. Unfortunately for both actors, the film is not very interesting, and I have doubts if any of them keep good memories of this work.

It is, truly, in the technical features that this film shows some value and justifies its budget. The action is the strongest part of the film and was designed to satisfy audiences who are pleased with much destruction, shots, explosions and noise. This is not necessarily bad, on the contrary, it is welcome in this kind of film, but sometimes excess is also a sin and exaggeration takes away some credibility in some scenes, transforming the film into something as real and exciting as a great and expensive video game. Cinematography is very good, the film has an elegant look and the destroyed world is impressive. The sets and costumes are very good and the effects and CGI are great, made to impress.… Expand

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10

MetipaytonMar 18, 2023

It was one the best movies that i have watched in the past 5years, yea sometimes it was so slow and cold performance and in an instant everything would have changed and you couldn't even blink!

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6

naraicksAug 29, 2020

Its better than 3, its better than 5
its on par with 6
the production design is amazing, the atmosphere and sense of mounting dread is good. Its better than it should be with McG as the director

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geewahJan 30, 2021

McG's best movie. And that's saying something.
It's also not even close to being the worst Terminator movie. That's also saying something.

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NickTheCritickMay 1, 2022

Again with these low-quality sequels that aren't even worthy of tying the shoes of the first two movies. No cinematic art in this film, another terminator without ideas and without cinematic power.

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CEO_OF_HELLNov 15, 2021

After watching dark fate and genisys. This is the best terminator after 2. Don’t bother watching any other terminator after this one! Also enough of that time travel ****

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