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JazzieJeff1975Nov 3, 2019

Fun action film. Best Terminator movie since T2. Please go see it. Great action scenes.

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JortigoFeb 12, 2020

I think this tape is superior to Part 3, 4 and 5,
not only in narrative but also in terms of action.
You really enjoy it from the beginning to the end.
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Metacritic_Nov 9, 2019

Terminator: Dark Fate maybe isn't as good as T1 or T2, but it certainly has an atmosphere similar to those two movies, compared to T3, T4 and T5. It's a little too fast-paced and there's some poor decisions made, but the T800 and Rev9 are awesome.

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ArmywildNov 11, 2019

Español, En general una pelicula fiel a estilo de "maquina asesina que viaja en el tiempo", otra mas, solo en esta ocasion cambian los protagonistas. Muy buenas participaciones de arnold y linda hamilton, pero pienso se deberia de cerrar unEspañol, En general una pelicula fiel a estilo de "maquina asesina que viaja en el tiempo", otra mas, solo en esta ocasion cambian los protagonistas. Muy buenas participaciones de arnold y linda hamilton, pero pienso se deberia de cerrar un ciclo que ya esta por demas desgastar siempre el mismo trama. Pelicula llena de accion, nuevos villanos y escenarios de accion. Esta palomera, cumple con divertir al espectador. Un 8bes calificacion justa para lo que se ofrece. Recomendada sin duda, si no hay mas variedad para ver.… Expand

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robertoiglesiasApr 19, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wasn't a fan of the feminist idea, but I still liked Grace and the return of the real Sarah Connor, not Emilia Clarke but Linda Hamilton.

The story did play it safe, but for a finale, I thought it was mostly fine, especially when compared to Genisys. I wish it did do some things differently, but I enjoyed it overall.

I am mixed about John Connor's early death. It's sad to see this character get killed and the replacement character is Dani, who I didn't care about too much. But on the other hand, this series did start with Sarah, and I thought it made sense to end it with her. Though John still could've lived as well, or at least until the end. Plus, Sarah was killed off in Terminator 3, so I'm glad she got to be the main protagonist again.
Overall, I like this film. It has its shortcomings, but I enjoy it. 7.5/10.… Expand

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DiptanshuNov 7, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Quite ok Although it Feels repeatative when Terminator come back again and again! pacing has some issues But ending holds the emotions and make it more emotional for Arnold's Terminator
Although it's a great viewing!… Expand

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Rcavey92212Jul 12, 2020

This is my second time seeing this and it's a solid film. Being a big time terminator fan, the first two are gospel. I have to say I'm still a bit disappointed with the progression and twists in the story but the action scenes are mostlyThis is my second time seeing this and it's a solid film. Being a big time terminator fan, the first two are gospel. I have to say I'm still a bit disappointed with the progression and twists in the story but the action scenes are mostly spectacular but a little too reliant on cgi that begins to look cartoonish at times. Also the movie gets a little to repetitive in spots. I mean how many times to we need to see the villain come back together. That being said the three female leads are powerhouses. Linda Hamilton's Sarah Connor is a damaged soul fighting for a reason to be relevant, Mackenzie Davis is unbelievably bad ass and Natalie Rayes as Dani is spunky and fierce. Arnold Schwarzenegger is also welcome and inspired in a smaller but pivotal role that fleshes out all of their stories. All in all it's a fun, wild but unnecessary ride that satisfyingly ends the franchise for the most part. It's not really anything you haven't seen but its fun and I do really appreciate that director Tim Miller of Deadpool brings back some much needed grit to the series missing since the first. Sexy Gabriel Luna's Rev 9 is an unstoppable, nightmarish killing machine.… Expand

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zardoz875Nov 11, 2019

I've yet to see a Terminator film I didn't like. This was a very entertaining film.

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Player2-WaterNov 11, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. E-Value: 8
Acting: 9
Plot: 7

Due to the critical failure and box office bomb of 2015's Terminator Genisys, the Terminator franchise rebooted once again with Terminator: Dark Fate, which is a direct sequel to 1991's Terminator 2: Judgment Day while 2003's Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines and 2009's Terminator Salvation including Terminator Genisys have been deemed as non-canon.

Three years after the events of Terminator 2: Judgment Day, something terrible has happened which would change the future forever. Fast forward to twenty-two years later, a new and advanced Terminator called Rev-9 (Luna) was sent back in time from the future to Mexico City to kill Daniella "Dani" Ramos (Reyes) while a cybernetically-enhanced soldier, Grace (Davis), was sent back to protect her.

While Grace and Rev-9 are fighting in a highway, Sarah Connor shows up and temporarily disable Rev-9. The three of them regroup at a motel where Sarah learns from Grace that Skynet does not exist in her future and Rev-9 was sent by Legion, an A.I. similar to Skynet, to kill Dani, who is an important figure in her future. Sarah also received many encrypted messages prior to her involvement with the two of them which Grace trace its location to Laredo, Texas. Once they arrive, Sarah is shock to meet the person who sent her those messages is none other than the T-800 who has done something terrible to her in the past.

Terminator: Dark Fate is really a good movie and it is better than Terminator Genisys. The movie has a very good action sequences and well executed. All of the cast gave their best performance. Gabriel Luna really nailed his performance as Rev-9 and I can see that he can really portray a villain character. Linda Hamilton and Arnold Schwarzenegger have done a great job too. Both of them haven't lost their touch with their respective iconic roles as Sarah Connor and the T-800. It was also great to see them reprising their roles. The movie would have lost its touch if it weren't for those two. The CGIs in this movie are really great and a huge improvement from the last three movies.

While the movie is going into a different direction, I have also noticed that the plot of the movie is a copy-and-paste from the first two movie: A terminator is sent back to the past by an A.I. to kill an important figure while a human protector is sent back by the resistance to protect that figure. While it does introduced some new characters and things like Legion being the A.I. instead of Skynet but the way the filmmakers executed is basically a recycled plot points. I felt the plot could have done in a different way instead of using the pre-existing ones.

I got to give credits to filmmakers for taking a one big risk on the opening scene. In my first sentence of the first paragraph, I mentioned something terrible has happened. It is really a huge spoiler which I suspected that some of you already know what it is but I won't spoil it here. The opening scene is kind of a controversial which is why I give credits to filmmakers for this daring risk.

Because of this, some of you may debate that Terminator: Dark Fate is a better third movie than Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines or it could be the other way around. Personally, I love both of these movies even Terminator Salvation except Terminator Genisys. If you are a fan of Terminator franchise, you should not miss this instalment.… Expand

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marcmyworksJan 19, 2020

My only problem with Terminator 6 is that the first five minutes seem to negate the plot of the first two films (ironically of which it is a direct sequel). Overall decent action, acting and glad to have Linda Hamilton back, but its notMy only problem with Terminator 6 is that the first five minutes seem to negate the plot of the first two films (ironically of which it is a direct sequel). Overall decent action, acting and glad to have Linda Hamilton back, but its not groundbreaking by any stretch of the imagination.… Expand

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KayVinceClearNov 5, 2019

Whoa what a ride! this movie was great. I haven't watched any terminator movies since Judgement day. I know there was like five other terminator movies and i never really understood. This really seemed like i could be the end of the series.Whoa what a ride! this movie was great. I haven't watched any terminator movies since Judgement day. I know there was like five other terminator movies and i never really understood. This really seemed like i could be the end of the series. There's a lot of talk about plot holes but any amount of imagination will fix that. Example Why is terminator old? Because he is pretending to be old, therefore he is wearing different synthetic skin. The new Terminator just keeps on coming and coming it's a never ending thrill ride with an overpowered future jerk putting the gang's back up against the wall literally from start to finish. The characters all had their own stories that intersect in just the right ways to make them come together as a team. Wokeness? Get over yourself. You'll always have the originals. at least untill Jaden and Willow smith make the remake staring themselves. untill then just enjoy the ride. Skynet, Legion, watchtower, They are inevitable baybay!… Expand

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JimitimeNov 8, 2019

The story is tight and compact, the blasting effect is amazing, and I want to see it for the second time.

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DougRoyerNov 12, 2019

For those of us that want a great action movie, without all of the overly dramatic relationship scenes. This is the one this year.

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bfoore90Nov 2, 2019

Linda Hamilton and Arnold Schwarzenegger are incredible in this and Hamilton doesn't skip a beat as Sarah Connor. Dark Fate represents a nice return to form for the franchise after Salvation and Genysis (I liked Rise of the Machines so STFU)Linda Hamilton and Arnold Schwarzenegger are incredible in this and Hamilton doesn't skip a beat as Sarah Connor. Dark Fate represents a nice return to form for the franchise after Salvation and Genysis (I liked Rise of the Machines so STFU) and does really good at getting thr franchise back on track. Its fairly similar to T2 in terms of plot and story which some could see as lazy and I would have done some things differently but from what I saw I liked. The new cast of characters were really good, The legion Terminator was a really convincing baddie and the young girl or the new Sarah Connor did extremely well for a relatively new actress. From what I saw, I enjoyed Dark Fate and it's easily the best sequel since Rise of the Machines.… Expand

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PayneMusicallyNov 2, 2019

Really well done, the movie is perfect, definitely the third best in the series, I don't understand why people are so triggered seeing a female character on the screen. If the female is the lead, or a female isn't stereotypical, they getReally well done, the movie is perfect, definitely the third best in the series, I don't understand why people are so triggered seeing a female character on the screen. If the female is the lead, or a female isn't stereotypical, they get triggered and call the content names. Equality means equal representation, which women are finally getting.… Expand

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Tabby81Nov 2, 2019

Linda Hamilton is totally killing it , all three females star were amazing !!!

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Drock36Nov 3, 2019

Awesome throwback to the first two. Arnie and Linda are back in fine form yet the newcomers steal the show. I loved it

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HealingToolboxNov 8, 2019

Wow. If you love filmmaking which expands the History of Imagination in narrative literature, this is a movie for you. Why so many lukewarm and cool reviews? I think again we have the Alita Battle Angel pattern here: Another veryWow. If you love filmmaking which expands the History of Imagination in narrative literature, this is a movie for you. Why so many lukewarm and cool reviews? I think again we have the Alita Battle Angel pattern here: Another very professional, 100% effort in sci-fi-fantasy, WHICH HAS A GOOD, NOT JUST COMPETENT SCRIPT which under-performs at the box office,

The pattern I see? Scripts and directing become too progressive for today's young male ticket buyers; and, fan many professional critics who are in their 20s-30s.

To criticize Dark Fate's script as incompetent, I do not think holds up to scrutiny. I've written 30 non-fiction books, scripts for 60 live events and one 3-hour film script. So there's a fair chance I'm in a good position to evaluate if a filmed script is competent or not. Like Alita, Dark Fate's script is competent and then some. Perfect? No.

This leaves us with explaining why audiences and critics accuse these scripts of missing their mark. I see a pattern emerging. Alita, Dark Phoenix (X-men) and Dark Fate are perhaps all too female-centric, too much about connection and relationships, for young male ticket buyers and younger critics who are not authors.

If this is true, this leaves us with the question why Wonder Woman (2017) which is is all these things--was successful.

This is where we can point out neither Terminator nor Alita are conventional heroes, young Western males are likely to respond to. Wonder Women is close enuf to male ticket buyers hero fantasies. As well as, Batman has a supporting role. Other really excellent fantasy sci-fi movies which under-performed at the box office, which may fit this pattern:

- The second Fantastic Beasts film (2018)
- The BFG (Big Friendly Giant) (2016)
- The Golden Compass (2007)
- Narnia films?
- Ponyo (also known as Ponyo on the Cliff) (2008) (almost unique portrayals of the Divine Feminine on film. Look for it at your library)… Expand

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Creeper3455Nov 3, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm probably going to be the only one to be okay with the opening scene, since the fate of that character won't live up as well as in T2, and just go downhill from there.

Ok, hear me out on this. This does follow the same route the franchise has followed ever since (someone protects somebody) and it does throw out every conceivable (or terrible) thing you can think of in a Terminator movie annoyingly, but besides that, what Terminator Dark Fate does to make sure it's not a hollow and soulless copy paste of *insert title here* manages to make this a rather unique entry in the franchise. How? By simply shredding out pages from the failed sequels and try to flesh these ideas in the best way possible, whether it's a buddy-cop type relation between Grace and Sarah, or a Villain who can double his body from an already built Terminator. The sweat and tears of the studio are to be seen and heard in here, as they (and the all star cast of names they paid as much as a Pixar movie's budget) tried to come up with the best possible product they could've done, good or bad.

If anything, it's probably the best piece of feminism movement I've ever seen than whatever Disney's trying to force now, because the 3 leads in this rule so much. We get to see the return of Sarah Connor and, even after 35 Years, she still looks the same to me, if not for a few new tweaks here and there. Mackenzie Davis' character, Grace, is fine. She's just "female enhanced Kyle Reese" and that's it (still,cool idea to have the enhanced human thing at play,especially after Salvation ruined everything from the trailers apparently), especially because at the heart of all the mumbo jumbo, is Natalia Reyes, who has no right being as good as it is. Better "I won't hide in a corner, I'll fight!" Line delivery than Transformers 5 (another Paramount movie), and I can definitely see someone seeing her as a figure of inspiration. It sounds like I'm talking like I'm some kind of Executive with the big glasses on, but that's really what it is. A big Female Action extravaganza with Action Mumbo Jumbo that'll make you smile even in the darkest of times.

Surprisingly, they also continue the emotional beats from T2 with Arnie's T-800, even if it's a different T-800. I guess someone will roll their eyes when they'll find out he's in it for a short amount of time, but it passed out to me flawlessly, even in a sad way. This one won't stop the Nostalgia Factor from letting it all out. Yes, even in a big-ass 3rd Act that is so over-the-top and noisy, I kinda felt fearful for the main cast of characters. Gabriel Luna's Rev-9 is, alongside Robert Patrick's T-1000, the most evil **** you'll ever witness in a Terminator movie. Basically they shredded the T-X concept from T3 and made it all the more creepy.

If there's any flaws to point is that, again, it repeats a story structure we've all seen before, so that may tire some people...most people up (and it is,so no issues there), and the R-Rating is either misguided or overused. Not saying it should've been PG-13 ('cause we all know how that turned out), but I almost couldn't have stood a **** or **** every 3 seconds, or the fact that a bloody or gruesome kill wasn't done as great as the previous ones. And, as good as this is, it still feels as if the franchise wants to get self-terminated.

Although if they're going to be this great (with a big cast of talents who give a damn about the movie instead of hiring the guy from Thor 2 and doing a mess), I hope they won't get terminated. We'll see at the Box Office... Paramount opened Pandora's Box, and it'll be up to them to see if these characters are really back, or they're just back to have another Judgement Day….with the Audience. Oh,and see it in IMAX,obviously.… Expand

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donkzNov 4, 2019

I bummed myself with negative reviews, lowered my expectations and thoroughly enjoyed the movie. Action movies today are no longer intimate development of cinematic experience. The action is grand, fast and in huge numbers. Arnold no longerI bummed myself with negative reviews, lowered my expectations and thoroughly enjoyed the movie. Action movies today are no longer intimate development of cinematic experience. The action is grand, fast and in huge numbers. Arnold no longer is the focus of the movies, and it's fine here. It was entertaining, let's just leave it at that. I had a few complaints, but they boil down to 7/10. Money well spent.… Expand

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JayCriticNov 4, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely not the first two Terminators, but this is the best third-installment of the franchise. Say what you want about the movie killing off John Connor at the beginning, but John has been the center of the franchise for the past 30 years. It's nice to see someone else take the spotlight, even if the same idea is recycled. I want people to know that while it's okay to not like a movie, you can at least go see it before you tear it to pieces. Onto the important part: what I thought of it all. Arnold gave his best performance since Judgement Day, with the idea that he learns to regret what he was programmed to do. Linda Hamilton was awesome and Davis, Reyes, and Luna all had a great impression on the franchise. The action was nice high-octane fun, given the villain was a formidable foe. The story, while not the best, and still has the formula from the previous films, it does the best to give new energy and twists that make it different. There feels like there is emotional weight for all the characters and it makes them more relatable. I would see it, before you hate on this film like The Last Jedi.… Expand

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REVboxGamingNov 9, 2019

I throughly enjoyed this movie it's better than all other one's made afterT2 anyone who goes into this expecting T2 is an idiot the one thing that has to be pointed out again is the all female team of heroes which like every other movie thatI throughly enjoyed this movie it's better than all other one's made afterT2 anyone who goes into this expecting T2 is an idiot the one thing that has to be pointed out again is the all female team of heroes which like every other movie that does this as of late is an instant flop as we are all fed up with Mary sue woman who never make a mistake… Expand

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inopinatusAug 28, 2020

A classic slice of Terminator action with all the dystopian action hallmarks of the first two films. Arnie's darkly comic turn is absolutely on character, Linda Hamilton is gritty and authentic, and the criminally talented Mackenzie Davis isA classic slice of Terminator action with all the dystopian action hallmarks of the first two films. Arnie's darkly comic turn is absolutely on character, Linda Hamilton is gritty and authentic, and the criminally talented Mackenzie Davis is absolutely convincing as a conflicted super soldier from the future. The opening scene makes a very clear point about the narrative direction since James Cameron was last involved, and whilst I enjoyed those too it's definitely a cathartic opening.

Look past the horde of angry incels complaining about women in action roles, that've overrun this website; they know nothing but their own bigoted rage.… Expand

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DominArsenJun 11, 2020

WOW le meilleur film d'action de l'année ! Terminator n'a rarement était aussi bien travaillé que celui-ci. J'en attendais que des combats de robot contre robot.. Enfin nous les avons avec un scénario qui supprime l'épisode 3,4,5,6 et surtoutWOW le meilleur film d'action de l'année ! Terminator n'a rarement était aussi bien travaillé que celui-ci. J'en attendais que des combats de robot contre robot.. Enfin nous les avons avec un scénario qui supprime l'épisode 3,4,5,6 et surtout qui redynamise une franchise qui avait besoin de la perception machine humain. Ramener la question existentielle.. "On ne peut pas faire sans les machines" (économique). "On ne peut pas faire sans les humains" (Émotion). Le film est impressionnant l'histoire positionne la femme en sont centre et rien ne déplaît ! Le méchant est vorace. Les gentils sont à la foi puissant est faible. Les coups donner et rendu sont exceptionnel. La destruction est magique. Une fin très bien choisie. Tim Miller rembauche pour le suivant !… Expand

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alexandreaDec 1, 2021

Dude what are these comments on the negative spectrum??? The movie is neither amazing nor terrible. It´s just cool with a lot of good moments. Why are you so pressed that the movie has women in it? The twist in the first five minutes isDude what are these comments on the negative spectrum??? The movie is neither amazing nor terrible. It´s just cool with a lot of good moments. Why are you so pressed that the movie has women in it? The twist in the first five minutes is awesome and bold you see that type of liberty very rarely in Hollywood. At the of the day you all just can´t decide what you want a movie that feels close to the cameron´s originals or a movie that is completly original because you seem to hate both options. I will never understand the hate for women I swear to god.… Expand

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naepicwApr 28, 2020

UNDERRATED! A very good terminator-movie! I cannot imagine a better conclusion of the original trilogy...

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ThavramMay 13, 2020

Mackenzie Davis is a phenomenal badass in this film! Finally a new Terminator film that my wife and I can truly enjoy. A tribute to the franchise while also moving it forward, with a foundation in Sci-Fi action!

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JKGamer76Sep 30, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good! It's everything you expected from a Terminator movie, just right. I didn't like it very much, that the script undid so easily a certain point that it was so worked on in the 2nd film.… Expand

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DreyzeeOct 8, 2020

Don't read the troubled reviews by kids in their mom's basements. Probably better action movie than most released nowadays. Check it out for yourself.

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Smithy88Nov 1, 2019

Absolutely amazing film!!! Great acting from Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton!

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davein310Jan 17, 2020

There are illegal immigrants and the heroes are three women and Arnold, one of them Mexican. Seems like a lot of insecure red cap wearing men with TINY PENISES hated this movie. it's actually a 9 but have to counteract the 1s and 2s.

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KevinChau5Nov 5, 2019

He's Back! Welcome To The Day After Judgement Day! Don't listen to what critics say, if you seen it, write your own opinion!

Arnold Schwarzenegger is back in Action as Terminator again! Been waiting for this film since T2: Judgement Day!He's Back! Welcome To The Day After Judgement Day! Don't listen to what critics say, if you seen it, write your own opinion!

Arnold Schwarzenegger is back in Action as Terminator again! Been waiting for this film since T2: Judgement Day! Praise to Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton, Mackenzie Davis and Natalia Reyes, Heard it disappointed at the Box Office but hey, on top of that I enjoyed it! I would recommend you guys seeing this film before its too late!… Expand

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sludge_comberNov 4, 2019

by far the best terminator sequel since t2. the right wing bashing of it on political grounds makes no sense as its not political at all. great script, all the actors are great, wonderful pacing. destined for cult classic status

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hardcoreharleyNov 4, 2019

Really enjoyed the movie great action and plot but ofcourse you have to have seen the other sequels to understand it.

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MuffClNov 4, 2019

I really liked the first two terminator films, and I didn't like the 3rd, 4th and 5th. This one is the first I really liked again - finally a good terminator movie. I enjoyed watching it a lot, and I hope they will make more terminator moviesI really liked the first two terminator films, and I didn't like the 3rd, 4th and 5th. This one is the first I really liked again - finally a good terminator movie. I enjoyed watching it a lot, and I hope they will make more terminator movies in this style.… Expand

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mp303Nov 8, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Terminator Dark Fate its for me the proof that fans don't know what they want in a sequel. You can see as the movie goes that isn't gonna be T1 or T2 but thats ok, it doesn't have to because its trying to find a knew way to continue the franchise.
The actions scenes are good but waaaay to long, despite the fact that it could use more practical effects to make the audience feel the weight of the fights. Really like all the characters with the new choosen one being a little too hyped, especially on the future scene.… Expand

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AerostatNov 13, 2019

A solid entry into the franchise that is well crafted, entertaining and with good action, decent plot and did acting and dialogue it's really only weighed down by unrealistic expectations of many viewers. There can never be a reignition ofA solid entry into the franchise that is well crafted, entertaining and with good action, decent plot and did acting and dialogue it's really only weighed down by unrealistic expectations of many viewers. There can never be a reignition of that "first time" anyone saw Terminator in this day and age. For what it is, it's great.… Expand

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eli_fjrNov 6, 2019

Came into the movie with lower than normal expectations. The CGI, sound mixing, pacing, and chemistry amongst the leading ladies more than made up for the simple plot. I recommend watching it in a theater.

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nguydaNov 5, 2019

T2 is one of my favorite movies and I think this was a very good sequel to it. Ignores all the other Terminator movies/shows since T2 which is fine. Love seeing Linda and Arnold back on the screen together. Corny at times. Action packed.T2 is one of my favorite movies and I think this was a very good sequel to it. Ignores all the other Terminator movies/shows since T2 which is fine. Love seeing Linda and Arnold back on the screen together. Corny at times. Action packed. Story little weak at times, but it has the humor and action to make it entertaining. Ending leaves plenty of room for future movies. Would recommend.… Expand

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JoyfulwomanNov 8, 2019

I enjoyed this Terminator movie. The acting was good, it was true to the Terminator storyline. I hope we see Sarah, Carl, Grace & Dani again.

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PimpinpakmanNov 2, 2019

This is not a bad movie guys lol While people may not agree with the direction story went, that by no means makes this a unwatchable or terrible film. Granted some of the decisions made about characters were shocking and possiblyThis is not a bad movie guys lol While people may not agree with the direction story went, that by no means makes this a unwatchable or terrible film. Granted some of the decisions made about characters were shocking and possibly disappointing but maybe a little change is what this franchise needed because the direction it was heading was honestly getting dull. Action sequences are not just good, they are absolutely stellar actually. Grace who is the augmented human fighting against the terminator was fantastic because you could feel how unnaturally powerful beings would fight and damage you would do. Acting was decent as well, i felt like it was better than the last 2 movies hands down. And of course it will have minor plot holes, its the terminator franchise thats saying goodbye to the previous 2 movies. That doesn't make this a bad movie. Avengers had a lot of plot holes, but that doesn't make endgame a bad movie lol I don't know i feel like there is a rush to judgement on this movie. It doesn't deserve a 3.6 at all (at the time of my review) I hope you guys give it a chance.… Expand

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Moviereviewer15Nov 1, 2019

Just finished #TerminatorDarkFate. My reaction: while it doesn’t react the heights of Terminator 1&2, it’s much better than T3, Salvation and Genysis. Very action-packed. Delivers on the R-rating. Arnold Schwarzenegger has still got it as theJust finished #TerminatorDarkFate. My reaction: while it doesn’t react the heights of Terminator 1&2, it’s much better than T3, Salvation and Genysis. Very action-packed. Delivers on the R-rating. Arnold Schwarzenegger has still got it as the OG Terminator who now goes by Carl, in fact, he probably has the most saddest story arc in the movie . Natalia Reyes is not bad as the new hero Dani. Now, while I don’t wanna go into spoilers, I will say that while the leaks are true, the way they’re executed on screen, particularly the opening scene, is very sad. And, I will say that is in part due to the return of Linda Hamilton as Sarah Connor, which is why this movie works, because of her. Please go see this movie and give it a chance because I liked it. I really did.

My rating: 4/5. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

P.S. If you see Dark Fate in IMAX, you’ll see the trailer for Tom Cruise’s #TopGunMaverick in IMAX ratio form since it was shot with IMAX cameras and it looks amazing in IMAX.

P.P.S. While Arnold doesn’t say his signature “I’ll Be Back” line, he does address in a humorous but sad way that I won’t spoil, so, be on the lookout for it.… Expand

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RaulitiumNov 4, 2019

Simply exellent ... action and story were top notch. Linda Hamilton was the star of it abd the new terminator was the most lethal and scary yet in the franchise.

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ZblurNov 1, 2019

I was slightly skeptical, partly because of the not so good trailers, but the movie is definitely worth it. I watched it 3 times. Each time, TDF seemed better to me. Cameron and Hamilton contributed a lot. Maybe not great as Alita, but it isI was slightly skeptical, partly because of the not so good trailers, but the movie is definitely worth it. I watched it 3 times. Each time, TDF seemed better to me. Cameron and Hamilton contributed a lot. Maybe not great as Alita, but it is a wonderful film. Many times better than the previous three "attempts" after T2.

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Unjustifiably low ratings (due to a misunderstanding of the depth of the plot and the technical part behind it, or what happens to John Connor) are childish. The movie is what it is, not what some fans imagined it should be.… Expand

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mrc_brnNov 5, 2019

Solid action flick with amazing CGI. The base premise - robots and human being sent back in time to change the future - makes it almost unavoidable that the Terminator movies become repetitive. Even despite that, this was a solidlySolid action flick with amazing CGI. The base premise - robots and human being sent back in time to change the future - makes it almost unavoidable that the Terminator movies become repetitive. Even despite that, this was a solidly entertaining flick. The newest Terminator was well done - as menacing and relentless as anything gone before. And the enhanced human protector a neat twist. Nice to see Linda Hamilton and of course Schwarzenegger both again.… Expand

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aridifNov 5, 2019

A solid entry into the terminator franchise. Dark Fate does not have much which you haven't seen before, but it chooses the right things to include from previous movies.

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MPReviewsNov 10, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros:
-Great Action.
-Great performances, especially from Linda Hamilton and Arnold Schwarzenegger.
-The characters themselves are all fairly well written and enjoyable.
-Solid Score.
-Good pacing.
-Killing off John Connor was a pretty ballsy move, but one that I feel really helps drive home that this is a different future than the one he and his mother prevented in Terminator 2, and I honestly like that. Cons:
-They don’t explain at all how the Rev-9 is able to split into two. It’s not a big deal overall, but it would have been nice if they explained it.
-The film plays it fairly safe with the story, feeling fairly similar to the first 2 Terminators at a number of points. Final Verdict: This a movie where I feel the hate it is getting is 100% unjustified. Is it perfect? No. Is it as good at the first 2 Terminator films? No. But is it worse than 3, Salvation, or Genisys? Hell no! This is still a really good movie that I believe is well worth checking out if you are interested. Just don’t go into it expecting it to be quite as good as the first 2 movies.… Expand

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GLADIADORNov 4, 2019

Muito bom ver linda hamilton e arnold atuando juntos em um novo filme do exterminador, gostei da ação do filme, o vilão achei ok, mais acho que não precisa matar um certo personagem

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WickedmantisNov 5, 2019

Jeg synes den var pisse god og lever op til alle forventninger, og hvis man samlinger de andre film T3, TSalvation, og TGenesys, så vil man også synes TDarkFate ligger dårligt, men jeg ser bort fra dem og samlinger KUN The Terminator ogJeg synes den var pisse god og lever op til alle forventninger, og hvis man samlinger de andre film T3, TSalvation, og TGenesys, så vil man også synes TDarkFate ligger dårligt, men jeg ser bort fra dem og samlinger KUN The Terminator og Terminator 2: Judgement Day, så vil man få en andet perspektiv i Terminator 3: Dark Fate.… Expand

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norseOct 17, 2020

This was actually a smart movie - the story makes sense, and to my excitement the writers did make sure to explain whenever a "wait, why..." style question came up. Didn't see it in theaters because the preview seemed too action heavy and IThis was actually a smart movie - the story makes sense, and to my excitement the writers did make sure to explain whenever a "wait, why..." style question came up. Didn't see it in theaters because the preview seemed too action heavy and I didn't like the last one, but his one's now my favorite Terminator movie.… Expand

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BalzaakNov 21, 2019

After a series of duds the franchise has returned to what made it great in the original but was also smart enough to use the best of T2. This is now in my top 3 of the Terminator franchise

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silversebMar 19, 2020

after a pile a **** sequel finally a good one. Not as good as T2 o T1 but for sure the only one worth watching since T2.

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ThememesterApr 3, 2020

The only other terminator movie I’ve ever seen was Genisys and this was much, much better. To me, Dark Fate was movie of the year... so much fun!

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paul_sNov 17, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let's preface my review with some context: My first glimpse of the Terminator universe was Arnold Swarzenegger on David Letterman on Jun 7, 1991. I was five years old, laying on the livingroom floor playing with a toy firetruck.

Weird foreign dude, blah blah blah, cut to the trailer, which was the bike bar scene with the cigar. It blew my mind. I wasn't sure what was going on, but it was badass.

Never saw the movie until many years later, I think. I knew what it was, I knew it was a big deal, but never saw it in its entirety, for sure, when I was in high school. It is an amazing film - without a doubt one of the biggest and most impactful films of its time, and of all time.

I grew up on Rambo and Die Hard. Die Hard is my favorite film. It's just well done, and was from the end of the pre-cgi era of film making.

Cut to the point, before this movie, there were only two true terminator films. The original, and T2. I've tried to watch 3, 4, whatever and never got through an entire one. I saw Genisys in the theater and was so frustrated. Jai Courtney is franchise poision - he killed Die Hard as well. Genisys is not a Terminator movie.

When I had heard about Dark Fate, I knew that it was about to change, and they were going to right the various wrongs that had happened to the Terminator franchise over the years. With Linda Hamilton back, it was guaranteed to be good.

That being said, the movie wasn't spectacular. There were holes in the plot, the new rev 8 Terminator guy was kind of DOA character-wise, although after reading about him and his involvement in the production, I have respect for him. You just can't outdo Robert Patrick - that was a performance for the ages. Mackenzie Davis was great, but I am an existing fan of her other work like HCF. Linda Hamilton goes without saying, was great, although she set the bar quite high with T2...

All in all, yes, it could have been a better movie. I do consider it the first legitimate Terminator product after T2, and I accept the plot and the trajectory it puts the characters on. I will be buying this on Bluray or something when the director's cut comes out, and I would not hesitate to go see a follow-up movie. Wasn't planning that for Genisys, and I rejoiced when it was cancelled.

If only James Cameron had done this instead of Avatar, 15 years ago...… Expand

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moviemitch96Nov 2, 2019

The continuity and timelines within the Terminator films have been all over the place for the last few sequels or so. However, this particular reset in the franchise might be the best one yet, if only barely. There's a couple returningThe continuity and timelines within the Terminator films have been all over the place for the last few sequels or so. However, this particular reset in the franchise might be the best one yet, if only barely. There's a couple returning familiar faces, with Linda Hamilton returning as Sarah Connor and of course Arnie himself returning once again. The best new character standout for me was Mackenzie Davis as a human/Terminator hybrid. The story takes a few surprising turns here and there, and while some of them work, some felt not as warranted or effective. The action sequences were pretty great for the most part, even if some were a little too over the top. Overall, I respected the decision to retcon everything that's happened in the past few Terminator sequels in favor of making this a more true and direct sequel to the first two Terminator films (the best ones), but I simply found this to be a fun and enjoyable sequel, and was nothing that blew my mind too much.… Expand

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NanMannNov 5, 2019

Excellent movie with strong female characters which my husband and I both loved. Awesome CG and the script is not a rehash of the other movies.

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solomonster54Nov 1, 2019

While it doesn’t measure up to the first two films, it’s still a solid action film worth seeing. It’s a return to form for the franchise.

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PosterNov 2, 2019

I liked it it was god yeah it was decent I would recommend carl Carl Carl Carl Carl Carl Carl Carl Carl

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kimmybridge69Nov 11, 2019

I loved it. I thought they did a great job. I remember the original and must say this was a great sequel to the first 2. I have seen the rest and I even liked genesis. If you like the movies just watch it and stop reading so much in to it. Well done.

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Airlxs23Nov 8, 2019

Storyline was messed up, but the action scenes was pretty good. The new terminator was great, its cool when split into two terminator (solid form and liquid form) something different.

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MrPajamasSep 9, 2020

Terminator: Dark Fate takes place in a story long before newer films, which were not well received by fans. The story is fine, but unfortunately it has a few imperfections. The main character does not give the very best acting performance,Terminator: Dark Fate takes place in a story long before newer films, which were not well received by fans. The story is fine, but unfortunately it has a few imperfections. The main character does not give the very best acting performance, but except for a few of these mistakes, this is a great film that I can recommend.… Expand

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Mragusa2Nov 2, 2019

Misogynists will HATE this film. Everyone else should like it. Great acting, exhilarating action sequences, and boatloads of nostalgia make this the best Terminator since T2.

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MovieFun2020Nov 2, 2019

Watch this movie if you like suspense, action a good script and scenes with a lot of culture. Brings the franchise back to T2

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Dsguerra2000Nov 3, 2019

I remember seeing the original Terminatornin the theaters, and rank both T1 and T2 on my all time favorites list. (I think I am unusual in that I actually prefer the original slightly to T2.) To me, this is the sequel I have always beenI remember seeing the original Terminatornin the theaters, and rank both T1 and T2 on my all time favorites list. (I think I am unusual in that I actually prefer the original slightly to T2.) To me, this is the sequel I have always been waiting for. I see a lot of people suggesting it is too derivative of the original files. I actually felt that it found a perfect balance of homage to the original greats with new angles and perspectives. It all fit naturally to me. Also, I loved the performances. Can't say enough about how wonderful Hamilton and Schwarzenegger were in their roles. I walked out finally feeling satisfied to have see a sequel worthy of the first two movies. I was sad to see the poor box office and the number of people hating on it. I honestly don't get it. I hope more people give it a chance and see how much fun they have.… Expand

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MaTT_SplaTTNov 2, 2019

Great action terminator. Yes the terminator kills a lot of people like in the other movies but I didn't go to watch it make peace and discuss philosophy. A great return to form.

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ashleysouthgateNov 17, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is hands down the best Terminator movie since T2, it has tonnes of story at the front end to make you care about what happens when stuff begins to blow up.
I do feel that the omission of Edward furlong reprising his iconic role greatly skewed the story in a direction loyal fans of the first two Terminator movies felt was too big of a mistake to validate this movie as a viable follow up to T2. For what it is, I think it's very well made movie, it definitely copies the formula that the original movie and T2 had, especially on how the story continues to be told even when the sh#t hits the fan. I need to watch this movie again and give it a more unbiased (not less bias) viewing, because I do believe hype can affect how we perceive a movie, especially on the first viewing. The veteran actors are on top of their game and the ’new to the franchise’ younger actors, I feel are surprisingly excellent, especially for an action movie of this scope. Omitting Edward Furlong, that is just sacrilege.… Expand