Arnold the iron, Connor the flowing water

Kaia 2022-03-19 09:01:02

In 2003, the new "Terminator" was released. It has been more than ten years since the last episode. At this time, Arnold Schwarzenegger was in his 50s and investors were still looking for it. This super tough guy came to lead. Although Cameron was no longer the director's seat at this time, Arnold Schwarzenegger was in the line, coupled with strong capital investment, still made the film the focus of attention. In the film, Connor has grown into a young man, and his actors have also changed accordingly. This has caused the phenomenon of Arnold in iron and Connor in flowing water in this series of films.

Although Schwarzenegger's muscles still look strong, the visual effects are still gorgeous, and the action scenes are still amazing. However, in the post-Cameron era, "Terminator" is no longer the outstanding leader in many aspects of the film. Although it looks very enjoyable, it no longer has that amazing feeling. With the advent of Judgment Day, the era of robots has arrived, and it also indicates that the era of Connor's leading role is coming.

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Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines quotes

  • [first lines]

    John Connor: [voiceover] The future has not been written. There is no fate but what we make for ourselves. I wish I could believe that. My name is John Connor, they tried to murder me before I was born, when I was 13 they tried again. Machines from the future. Terminators. All my life my mother told me the storm was coming, Judgment Day, the beginning of the war between man and machines. Three billion lives would vanish in an instant, and I would lead what was left of the human race to ultimate victory. It hasn't happened, no bombs fell, computers didn't take control, we stopped Judgment Day. I should feel safe, but I don't, so I live off the grid - no phone, no address, no one and nothing can find me. I've erased all connections to the past, but as hard as I try I can't erase my dreams, my nightmares.

  • Kate Brewster: Next time bring a clue, not a paintball gun.