
Reviews — Terminator Salvation
Audience write-ups from TMDB
Wuchak
The initial Terminator movies stand as some of the greatest science fiction action films ever made. However, the third film suffered because it felt repetitive; you can only recycle a plot so many times before it loses its appeal. This likely influenced the filmmakers’ choice to set the fourth installment (2009) in a post-apocalyptic future where Skynet's machines are at war with the remaining humans, who call themse…
Gimly
It’s true that _Terminator Salvation_ isn’t generally considered a favorite among fans, especially given the ups and downs of the series as a whole. However, my feelings about this franchise have always been a bit different; like most people, I acknowledge that the initial two films are the only truly excellent ones, but for me, the original film holds the highest place. Since then, there have been five attempts to c…
Jodie
Terminator Salvation is an acceptable entry in the Terminator franchise, though it does have significant shortcomings. While some consider it to be the weakest installment, I don’t share that view; T3 remains my least favorite. It was good to see Kyle Reese again—a fresh perspective on a character who seemed to disappear too rapidly. John Connor felt underwhelming, and I found myself losing interest in his portray…
Mas Manado
This installment simply isn't good, and it marks a real low point for the *Terminator* films. It feels like a pale imitation of what came before, lacking any of the spark or originality that made the earlier movies so memorable. The storyline is weak, the action sequences are uninspired, and the characters are bland and forgettable. It’s hard to find anything positive to say about it; it just doesn't work on any leve…
Anton2k
This film is truly remarkable! It's packed with explosions and intense action sequences. While the environment differs from previous Terminator installments, I find this new emphasis on "survival" more appealing than those earlier stories. *Terminator 2* will always hold a special place as my top choice, but this one gets remarkably close; it’s certainly my second favorite in the series. It's difficult to convey e…

