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Posted by: Mike at July 22, 2003, 11:54 pm

Topic: Reviews: Terminator 3 Forum: JoBlo

TERMINATOR 3: RISE OF THE MACHINES (2003) Now this is a REAL summer blockbuster. I don't even have to see another big budget summer movie to know that nothing will be able to top this impressive thrill ride. T2 and T3 are hands down the two best action movies I've ever seen. I expected a good time from this third entry, but I didn't expect it to quite live up to T2, however, it turned out to be a very worthy sequel. Fun from beginning to end. With as much fun as I was having, I never got the chance to get bored. The time flew right by and the movie actually seemed short. In an action movie, you really can't ask for much more. This one delivers the goods. It's not some "brilliant" film, but it's not a mindless music video like xXx either. In fact, it actually does have a pretty solid story, which is amazing considering it's pretty much non-stop action. I just can't get over how fun this movie is. It's a BLAST! Fun, Fun, Fun, and more FUN! There's also quite a few laughs to be found. Whenever Arnold opened his mouth I would laugh. Simple things like "Get out," "I'll drive," and "She'll be back" became downright funny coming from him. The part with him going into the bar during ladies night in the beginning was great, very funny. Arnold Schwarzenegger is in top form here. He doesn't look like he's aged a bit since T2. He plays the part again here just as well as he ever did. Newcomer Kristanna Loken delivers a truly kickass performance as the female terminator. She was a lot of fun to watch, sexy and completely ruthless. When we are first introduced to her T-X character, I jokingly whispered to my buddy "look, it's Shakira." She really does almost look like her at first. Her "breast trick" was pretty funny. I see a "Best Villain" nomination (and most likely win) at the MTV Movie Awards in her future. I usually can't stand Nick Stahl, but he was surprisingly really good here, and never bothered me once. It was also really nice to see Claire Danes again. She doesn't do too many movies anymore. She was pretty much excellent as Kate. Her character was likable and believable. This is a "CAN'T MISS" for any action fans. I can't picture someone hating it. It's just incredibly fun for everyone. The large amount of money put into the budget was really put to good use. The action and effects were awesome. I'm sick of a lot of the boring and generic action scenes we normally see in action movies, but the action here was a real treat. It was truly exciting to witness. At one time during the movie I thought "Man, I can't imagine anyone actually being at The Hulk when this is playing." Before seeing it, I predicted I would like this one more than the first, but not as much as the second. Well, I was dead-on, that's exactly what happened. Although my buddy said he actually thought this one was the best of all three. I've heard a lot of complaints about the ending, but I wasn't that bothered by it. I didn't LOVE it, yet I didn't HATE it. I think I'd probably have to agree with my friend, it kind of made the movie better. It was just a little surprising and made me NEED a T4 NOW. Anyone looking for a GREAT time should do themselves a favor and see this. It deserves every penny it gets and deserves to be a big hit. It's just too much fun! If you want to see a summer movie that truly delivers, this IS it. Don't miss this baby! I can't wait to add the DVD to my collection. Grade: 9/10 (A-)

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