James Cameron is back
In the early 1990s James Cameron was already a major director in Hollywood. His last three films were very well known: Terminator (1984), Aliens, the return (1986) e Abyss (1989). Three films with which he demonstrates his great talent as a narrator, director and science fiction author. If for Aliens, the return the idea pursued is that of Dan O’Bannon, screenwriter of the first film directed by Ridley Scott, Terminator AND Abyss they are also James Cameron’s creations.
The first Terminator it’s a great success and the suite is requested quickly, especially by Arnold Schwarzenegger. But James Cameron is dragging his feet. In fact, he believes he said it all in the 1984 film. Eventually, after the rights were purchased by Mario Kassar, pushed by Schwarzenegger, James Cameron agreed to write and direct Terminator 2: Judgment Daythat would be produced with or without him, Mario Kassar wanted to quickly make the purchase of expensive rights profitable.
Terminator: Arnold Schwarzenegger didn’t like his cult line from the film
A pillar of modern science fiction
Return in 1991 for James Cameron behind the camera, and in front for Arnold Schwarzenegger in the role of the T-800 and Linda Hamilton in the role of Sarah Connor, mother of John Connor, leader of the future resistance against Skynet. This time the Terminator is not sent from the future by Skynet, but by the resistance itself protect young John (Edward Furlong), while Skynet sends a T-1000 (Robert Patrick), made of liquid metal, to eliminate him. The clash between the two killer robots in Terminator 2 turns out to be epic and the conclusion of the film heartbreaking.
Celebrated by critics, triumphant at the global box office, overwhelmed by nominations and awards, including 4 Oscars in 1992 (Best Sound, Best Sound Effects, Best Visual Effects and Best Makeup), Terminator 2 stands out with breathtaking action sequences and new special effectsbut also by the beautiful writing of the characters and the depth of the relationship between Terminator and John.
The peak for Arnold Schwarzenegger, the rise for James Cameron
The villain from the first film, Arnold Schwarzenegger is here the hero. Already a Hollywood superstar, her fame exploded Terminator 2. At 44, this character became his “signature character,” becoming deeply embedded in popular culture. The actor will no longer have such success.
For James Cameron, this success reinforces his favorite themes, his technical know-how and his ability to innovate. The two men met one last time in 1994 Real liesAmerican remake of The total ! by Claude Zidi. This commercial success thus concludes their fruitful collaboration. And in 1997 James Cameron made a new monument and fundamental film for the sectoras happened six years earlier Terminator 2 : Titanic.
Added to the Netflix catalog in July 2023, Terminator 2 can be rewatched on Netflix, without any moderation!
Source: Cine Serie
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