The Terminator: The Machines Are Out To Get Us
By Sherril Steele-Carlin
The Terminator stands out as a landmark film in special effects, and set the stage for just about every action film that followed this epic film. It also created the "Terminator" persona of Arnold Schwarzenegger, a persona it has been difficult for him to shake off, even during his current political career.
The director of this film, James Cameron, went on to direct epics like Titanic, and Schwarzenegger sent his action film career into high gear with this film. In a re-release, the film has been remastered from a hi-definition transfer in 16:8 aspect ratio widescreen, with a Dolby Digital 5.1 sound remix. The sound and detail in this new version is every bit as good as the film release that showed in theatres back in 1984. The soundtrack is available in Surround English, French, and Spanish, and mono English, too. Subtitles are available in English, French, and Spanish.
DVD Additional Features
This special edition DVD is simply chock full of with extra features, footage, and commentary. There is so much that it cannot be viewed in one sitting. Included is a documentary called "Other Voices," which highlights interviews with now famous director James Cameron. Another documentary, "The Terminator: A Retrospective," is also included, along with "Terminated" deleted scenes, complete with audio commentary by the director. There are also original storyboards, trailers, TV spots, hidden menu features that you discover as you watch, and DVD-ROM Script to Screen added features. You can also listen to the original mono audio track if you choose. The Terminator changed action films for the 90s, and the features of this special edition DVD add hours of viewing enjoyment for anyone who's a fan of this film.
