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Rating: Null/10 (24 April 2012)

The first time I watched "The Terminator" was around 1988 and was blown away with "action meets sci-fi". Needless to say it quickly made its way into my Top-3 list translating into multiple/ frequent viewings. When I caught up again recently, I found that "The Terminator" manages to hold the same charm and novelty as it did decades ago.
Sarah Connor became a synonymous name. Arnold Schwarzenegger had yet another feather to his cap. "The Terminator" literally catapulted James Cameron into the big league, sort of Spielberg with his passion for science fiction and pushing the limits for CGI. Needless to say when he announced a sequel, fans waited with bated breath.
The direction and CGI by 1984 standards was well ahead of its time, no sluggish or choppy feel to it. Background score elevated the action sequences and the signature tune went to attain cult status. The narrative ensures edge-of-seat excitement. "The Terminator" certainly qualifies in "100 movies to watch before you die".