A remarkably powerful and moving motion picture.

Rating: Null/10 (29 July 1999)

I remembered seeing this movie in the theater back in the day. It was probably one of the best, most thrilling experiences ever! Back in 1991, TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY ruled the box office! Yes, this movie was the summer hit of that particular year.
Of all these science-fiction epic blockbusters that I have seen in my life, no film can match the impact of TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY. This is absolutely the best science-fiction/action film that I have seen! The mind-blowing special effects and stunts, plus unbelievable action place TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY on the top of my all time favorite movies.

In the future, 2029 A.D., the fate of Planet Earth must be determined once again. The T-101 model (Arnold Schwarzenegger, in a rather sentimental performance) has been sent through time to protect young John Connor (Edward Furlong) and his mother, Sarah Connor (role reprised by Linda Hamilton) as well. The "good" terminator, the T-101 must stop another assassin, the T-1000 (character actor Robert Patrick), a "bad" terminator from eliminating John Connor. If the T-101 fails, thus, the consequences are unspeakable, plunging the human race into eternal extinction. Dr. Miles Dyson (Joe Morton) is also implicated into this whole predicament. In fact, he holds part of the key from the past that may lead to the future fate of the human race...
TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY is undoubtedly a winner. The special effects are the most visually stunning sequences put onto the screen, and this film has introduced to the world, the ever-popular "morphing" effects. The action in TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY is riveting, fast paced, and pulse-pounding with some of the most breathtaking choreography ever. This movie is simply an electrifying, crowd-pleasing fun. The performances by several of the main characters deserve plenty of praise for their accomplishments. Schwarzenegger, Hamilton, and Morton are all great but the T-1000 steals the show. Newcomer Robert Patrick earns points for portraying a reticent but sly adversary. Also, the musical score by Brad Fiedel is marvelously exquisite. Once again, director James Cameron has created another winner. TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY is Cameron's ultimate masterpiece.

TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY transcends beyond the usual special effects extravaganza and action with a very cathartic and touching story-line. Here, this film shows the relationship between the young John Connor, and his "surrogate" father, the good terminator. Rarely in action movies do we see a bonding relationship between two people of different dimensions. This is not talking about perfunctory friendships. Rather, this is deeply discussing the concept of people from two different "worlds" sharing their culture, understandings, and even similar interests, if any. Another moving scene in TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY is Sarah Connor's frightening dream, or rather, a premonition she had of a burning holocaust of global proportions. This scene had definitely scared me when I first saw this movie in theaters. TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY offers many insights on the main characters, just like in its predecessor. Character development is just as much of a spectacle in this film as for the obviously awesome visuals.

I have no regrets owning my own copy of TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY and I think that this movie will appeal to everybody. It is one of the very few films that makes you want to see the movie over and over again, even if it is just for the amazing metamorphosing effects. This is one film where you can truly say that you do not have enough seeing it just once. Very few movies can attain the high caliber of TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY. Of course, this film deserves every bit of respect from me...

Yes, it's true. This film rules by all accounts! A GREAT plot, tremendous action, breakthrough special effects and excellent production values make this film one hell of a science-fiction landmark!
RATING: **** out of ****.