Terminator Salvation (Director's Cut) [Blu-ray] | ![Terminator Salvation (Director's Cut) [Blu-ray]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51EJM15OikL._SL160_.jpg)
| Director: McG
Actors: Christian Bale, Sam Worthington, Anton Yelchin, Moon Bloodgood, Helena Bonham Carter
Studio: Warner Home Video
Category: DVD
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Rating:  384 reviews
Sales Rank: 463
Format: Color, Director's Cut, Widescreen, Subtitled, Dubbed
Languages: English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), English (Original Language), French (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Media: Blu-ray
Discs: 2
Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
Running Time: 117 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 5.3 x 0.5
MPN: 883929049387
UPC: 883929049387
EAN: 0883929049387
ASIN: B001FB55I0
Theatrical Release Date: May 22, 2009
Release Date: December 1, 2009
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Product Description
After Skynet has destroyed much of humanity in a nuclear holocaust, a group of survivors led by John Connor struggles to keep the machines from finish
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Terminator Salvation restores some of the balance of huge freakin' explosions and emotionally compelling plot to the Terminator series. Set entirely after the nuclear assault that left the computer system Skynet in control of the world, Terminator Salvation follows John Connor (Christian Bale) as he grapples with both murderous robots and his superiors in the resistance, who aren't sure they believe the prophecies that Connor is destined to save humanity. Into the midst of this struggle tumbles Marcus Wright (Sam Worthington, who would later star in James Cameron's Avatar); the last thing he remembers was being executed in prison decades before. Baffled, he falls into company with Kyle Reese (Anton Yelchin, Star Trek) and a mute little girl, who soon get captured--but Wright then meets and bonds with Blair Williams (Moon Bloodgood, Eight Below), a resistance fighter who remains loyal to the confused Wright even though Connor suspects he's not what he seems--or what he believes himself to be. Terminator Salvation isn't the astonishing synthesis of action and feeling that either The Terminator or T2 were; the plot threads are poorly woven and fray completely in the last third of the movie. Despite this, Terminator Salvation has at least two skillfully orchestrated action sequences that will get your heart racing, and Worthington’s beguiling mixture of toughness and vulnerability gives his relationship with Bloodgood a genuine pulse. It's imperfect, but compared with the hollow carcasses that most action movies (including Terminator 3) turn out to be, it's worth seeing. --Bret FetzerOn the Blu-ray disc
The director's cut is a mere three minutes longer than the theatrical cut. Many of these additions are just a few seconds of extra violence (e.g., a knife thrust into a body then pulled out), but there are a few more-substantial sequences: A longer conversation in Resistance Command Headquarters; a brief topless scene by Moon Bloodgood when her Blair Williams character and Sam Worthington's Marcus return to her base (reminiscent of Kelly McGillis and Harrison Ford in Witness); an extended conversation between those two characters afterward (Blair: "You can focus on what you've lost or you can fight for what's left"); and a longer radio address by John Connor in which he mentions his mother. Even though it's not all that different, it should be the preferred way to watch the movie. The big extra feature, Maximum Movie Mode, is only on disc 2's original theatrical cut. In front of two large TV screens, director McG introduces the movie then makes periodic appearances to discuss key concepts. Interspersed along the way are various pop-ups with the Terminator mythology timeline, picture-in-picture with cast and crew interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, and stills galleries. You can also, when prompted, exit out of the movie to watch any of 11 Focus Points, which are two- to three-minute featurettes. Conveniently, you can also access these from the main menu. Two other features are watchable separate from Maximum Movie Mode: "Reforging the Future" (19 minutes), discussing the new film's take on the Terminator legacy, and "The Moto-Terminator" (8:33), focusing on the motorcycle-like robots. --David Horiuchi
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 A solid action flick that neither lifts nor sinks the Terminator saga August 9, 2010
Fry Boy (Orlando, FL USA)
2 out of 5 found this review helpful
The Terminator films have always demanded that its viewers exhibit an above-average "disbelief suspension." Each incarnation of the series up to now has embraced the possibility of time travel with the caveat that only live matter or matter encased in live matter can make the journey (not to mention "dead" hair and fingernails attached to live matter). And, of course, there's the liquid metal introduced in T2 and carried over into T3. Although there's no time travel in "Terminator Salvation," an above-average suspension of disbelief is still required.
In this outing, John Connor is not "THE" resistance leader, but merely "A" resistance leader, one who is not even privy to what those at the top of the human food chain are doing or planning. While on an ill-fated mission at the beginning, he discovers that the machines are kidnapping humans and, later, learns that they are being taken to Skynet HQ in San Francisco. One of the kidnapped humans, he finds, happens to be Kyle Reese, his father (originally played by Michael Biehn in "The Terminator") who is only a teenager in this particular future. He learns about Kyle from a character named Marcus Wright, played by Sam Worthington, who you'll immediately question the "humanness" of, which was probably intentional on the part of the filmmakers.
While the plot of the film is--along with the acting and special effects--worthy enough to make this an above-average sci-fi movie, there are a few details that prompt some head scratching. In many parts of the movie, gigantic terminators (land-based or airborne) are shown. With such "beings" about, it's a little surprising that any shed in the desert hasn't been pulverized along with just about every other building that could shelter a human. Add to that the fact that John Connor operates a fairly large resistance base replete with helicopters and fighter jets, all unbeknownst to the high-tech eyes of the machines.
Whether or not you dwell on this type of thing (or notice it to begin with), "Terminator Salvation" will probably fit your bill for high-budget, sci-fi action-adventure. Recommended.
 Maybe the Best of the Series and why I hate James Cameron. August 9, 2010
Edward Nygma (Orchard Park, NY United States)
1 out of 6 found this review helpful
I watched this movie not expecting much. I grew up with the terminator movies and lost interest after I saw T3. I figured this franchise was done. After seeing Salvation my love for the series was renewed. I cannot figure out why this movie got slammed by critics and rotten tomatoes. I thought the acting was fantastic...tons of great actors! the plot was refreshing and filled in so many of the gaps that the other movies never explained, and personally I loved the more Scifi look and feel of this film. It brought me back to memories of movies I loved in my youth like Blade Runner and Alien. I thought this movie had a fantastic dark story which was much deeper than the other movies, where I was often distracted by cheesy lines. I understand that was part of those films style, but I like this style as an alternative.
I wonder if some of the bad reaction is due to James Cameron's negative reaction and criticism. James Cameron in my opinion is a egotistical director that really isn't that talented. Avatar Sucked. Titanic was Cheesy, Aliens was no where near as revolutionary or original as Alien, yet this Jerk thinks he can make negative reactions to every movie that comes up against his. Sure his movies made tons of money. That means nothing to me. The stories are predictable and campy. That "I See You" line in Avatar was the stupidest thing I've ever heard, Plus the element called unobtainium....are you joking! That is so retarded. Just because his movies make money doesn't always mean it's a great movie (Let's remember Brittany Spears sold Millions of albums, are any of those great albums?), In his case it is just that he has the money to spend on marketing and building up hype for his films. He does do that well. I loved the Burger King commercials for Avatar, where a burger appears between the female and male lead characters...real classy to let your work be marketed like that James! But for money he does it and it sells tickets. Then this Idiot has the nerve to attack films like Terminator Salvation, Clash of the Titans and other films because they are competition, and because he thinks he is the best director in the world. What a pompous loser. To be fair he did say a few nice things about Salvation. That is my rant about James Cameron. Just my opinion but many people I talk to agree.
Anyway, see this film it is a refreshing and interesting addition to the series that breathes new life into it. You will love the "Arnold" cameo as well, I thought it was done well! Enjoy this movie and don't listen to negative reviews or James Cameron.
Arrived early August 8, 2010
Francisco Almaraz-mendoza (SAN ANTONIO, TX, US)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have not been ale to watch the movie. The seller clearly posted this as HD, but I was too dumb to know the difference. I have no way to play this disc but that's all on me. The seller posted it correctly. I was just to hurried and did not pay attention. Since it's my error, I never asked about returning it. I'll try to resell it or just donate it if I have too.
 A Struggling Series. July 28, 2010
John B. Ludwick (Indianapolis, IN United States)
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
T2 is by far one of the greatest action flicks ever made - it's layered with modern themes, awesome action, and inspired performances from Hamilton, Furlong, and Morton. Cameron is a jerk, but his directing is intense - we rarely see such daring REAL stunt work anymore.
Outside of that, Terminator: Salvation stacks yet another mediocre attempt against an otherwise compelling idea. The effects are first class, there are some decent action sequences (well choreographed) but they can't save the plot which is held together with sheep hairs. If you're a fan, you'll find yourself going, "what?" and "I knew it!" alternately through the film. But you'll also say "that was cool" a few times, too. Just don't expect another T2... it's hard to outshine such brilliance, and the Terminator series struggles to meet the bar of regular film offerings with every installment.
 Loved it! July 26, 2010
Music Man (Dallas, Texas)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Much better than I had heard from others. Just goes to prove that you shouldn't let others opinions influence you. This was a very enjoyable movie.
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