Terminator 2 - Judgment Day Reviews

Arnie's Best

Arguably the best film of the trilogy. Arnold Schwarzenegger is sublime. In the year 2029, a computer called Skynet is fighting against a human resistance, after having nearly destroyed the rest of humanity in 1997. Skynet has found a way to send some of it's warriors, called Terminators, back in time. This is the story of the Terminator sent to kill the resistance leader in 1995, while he is still a child. The resistance sends a reprogrammed Terminator back to 1995 to protect the young man. The question is, can they survive against the new prototype liquid metal Terminator while preventing the creation of Skynet?

T2 as it is affectionately referred to on merchandising is breathtaking in its apocalyptic vision of the machine vs. human future. The film is accompanied by a powerful score by Brad Fiedal that will have you on the edge of your seat in anticipation. Linda Hamilton?s acting, when she spots Arnie for the first time, is one of those moments that will etch in your mind for a long time.

If you liked T2 you may also like The Terminator, The Matrix, Predator and Dune.

best film ever

WELL WHAT CAN I SAY THIS IS SIMPLY JUST THE BEST FILM EVER MADE.

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more than just effects

Like Aliens did after Alien, the second Terminator film went bigger, faster, louder and (arguably) better.

The special effects were groundbreaking in their day. The atmospheric score accurately captures the feeling of menace and impending doom.

Also, like Aliens, there is a vein of humour running through the movie - especially sending up certain aspects of the first film. And whatever you say about the acting talents of 'Arnie' he is perfectly suited to playing the Terminator.

The often under-rated Linda Hamilton returns to portrays just the right amount of strength and vulnerability as Sarah Connor: the woman who has the weight of the world's future on her shoulders, and who must balance her love for her son with the need to prepare him for his destiny as a leader against the machines.

And this is what really makes this film so great - the fact that it is more than an effects laden excuse for CGI magic. It's about the drama of being human: the struggle of providing a decent future for your children. It is also a coming of age drama; as the young John Connor grows up and faces his destiny as the saviour of the human race.

The film wouldn't be nearly as interesting or loved if it wasn't for these extra, human, dramatic features. Special effects and action set pieces just don't work in isolation without a decent story behind them - as we have seen in far too many movies.

This modern classic is a must for any film watcher who likes a strong story as well as mind blowing action.

classic

13 years and countless viewings, i can still watch the movie again. The sfx is simply outstanding and can hold ones imagination even today. A classic.

Terminator 2 Judgement Day

It is not possible to review this title. I couldn't start the actual film. Nothing but trailers and various people discussing how it was made. Useless.

Arnie's Golden Moment

This movie is so awesome! Cutting edge graphics for the early 90's teamed with excellent leads from Arnie, Linda Hamilton and Robert Patrick still make this my favourite movie of all time.

It was the video I wasn't allowed to watch (since I was 9 when I saw it), but that didn't stop me! I'm really glad I defied my parents!

The story is full of twists and turns, coupled with amazing CGI effects that were groundbreaking at the time of release. Robert Patrick sends shivers down me as the killer T-1000.

The movie Arnie will always be remembered for, for decades to come.

Best of the Trilogy

This is by far the best of the Terminator trilogy. Following on from the first film, John Connor is now a teenager and in care whilst his mother has been placed in a secure unit. This time Arnie is the good guy and a new Terminator is sent to kill John Connor. Great special effects and gripping storyline, you actually begin to care about the Terminator (Arnie of course!).

[Highly rated reviewer]

Fantastiche!

Although i always swore by the original film, on second viewing this is a far superior effort,obvious budgetary considerations are a factor when comparing the two.A ground breaking effects film that is a high octane roller coaster from start to finish.My only gripe is the contrived ending with Arnie having to be lowered into the smelt... and that thumbs up at the very end was a bit of a toe curler.A great film though that stands up well if you haven't seen it for a few years like me.Terminator 3 was always going to struggle to match this film.

Can Sequels be better?

"Terminator 2: Judgment Day" is a roller-coaster ride of a film that shows director James Cameron's ability to create a fun-filled action movie. When the film was released in 1991, "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" was the crowning achievement in special effects. At the time, Schwarzenegger was the top drawing action star in Hollywood. Cameron had shown his masterful touch with his awe-inspiring genre defining "Aliens" and the impressive "The Abyss". The record budget and then-draw dropping effects, mixed with a successful franchise base in 1984's The Terminator paved the way for "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" to quickly become one of the most successful sequels of all time

HE'S BACK!!!

He said he'll be back and he is before you can say uzie 9mm. I think my most favourit part is when he takes on the police with a gatling gun/rocket launcher. ARNIE AS T-800.Also staring robert patrick the T-1000.