Product Description

MGM The Terminator (Blu-Ray)
Arnold Schwarzenegger is back as a time-traveling T-101 "Terminator" in this smash hit directed by Jonathan Mostow. With dazzling effects, bravura thrills and a story that boldly spins into the unexpected, this is an eventspectacle to see and see again. In the year 2029,the ruling super- computer, Skynet, sends an indestructible cyborg (Arnold Schwarzenegger) back in time to 1984 to kill Sarah Connor (Linda Hamilton)before she can fulfill her destiny and save mankind.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1104 in DVD
• Brand: MGM
• Released on: 2006-06-20
• Rating: R (Restricted)
• Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
• Formats: AC-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Subtitled, Widescreen
• Original language: English, Spanish
• Subtitled in: Chinese, English, French, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish
• Dubbed in: French
• Number of discs: 1
• Dimensions: 3.00 pounds
• Running time: 108 minutes

Amazon.com essential video
This is the film that cemented Schwarzenegger's spot in the action-brawn firmament, and it was well deserved. He's chilling as the futuristic cyborg who kills without fear, without love, without mercy. James Cameron's story and direction are pared to the bone and all the more creepy. But don't overlook the contributions of Linda Hamilton, who more than holds her own as the Terminator's would-be victim, Sarah Connor--thus creating, along with Sigourney Weaver in Alien, a new generation of rugged, clear-thinking female action stars. It's surprising how well this film holds up, and how its minimalist, malevolent violence is actually way scarier than that of its far more expensive, more effects-laden sequel. --Anne Hurley

Customer Reviews

The Sequels Are Terminated
I just finished watching The Terminator again,
and although the excellent plot progressed
in the following two films,
the original puts the others to shame.

Not only does the original terminator
turn into a good-guy girlie-bot and a comedian,
but the bad terminators don't even come close.

You want tension?
You want scary?
You want atmosphere?
You want action?

This is the film for you.

"Listen. And understand.
That terminator is out there.
It can't be bargained with.
It can't be reasoned with.
It doesn't feel pity, or remorse, or fear.
And it absolutely will not stop, ever, until you are dead."

Great film, poor Blu-ray transfer
The transfer quality of this film's Blu-ray edition is nowhere near the optimal resolution of the disc format; I'd say it's no better than its DVD version. Since this movie's budget was likely smaller than its sequels, it stands to reason that the film quality might not have been as stellar during production. However, I hope that this is merely laziness on the part of the Blu-ray transfer itself, and that the master film can be restored to better clarity in the future.

Until a new Blu-ray version is released, save some cash and buy the DVD. You'll get the same quality.

The machines are coming
T1 is such an important movie, yes the visuals look dated, but how many franchises have lasted this long?
The whole man versus machine has inspired and influenced so many artists, musicians, and other filmmakers.
The acting in this movie is pretty good, Arnold acts like a robot so I'm sure this role wasn't too difficult for him.
Linda Hamilton does the tough lady with brains instead of the usual damsel in distress nonsense.
The directing, the story is top notch.
T1 is a must see for all action, sci fi fans.
Highly recommended.