Terminator 2 Judgment Day Blu ray
Terminator 2 Judgment Day Blu ray
Studio: Lions Gate Home Ent. Release Date: 01/08/2008 Run time: 21 minutes Rating: R
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1 Star WAIT! Don’t. Buy. It. YET!
I purchased this Blu-ray recently and found it to be a waste of money. YES, TERMINATOR 2 is unspeakably awesome; YES, TERMINATOR 2 on Blu-ray is a good thing…BUT NOT THIS VERSION.
For one, it’s THEATRICAL CUT ONLY!
Second, this version is EXTREMELY BARE BONES: it’s just the movie and 2 commentary tracks (one from 1993, the other from 2003) and THAT’S IT. For a movie with so much technical precision and BTS material found on previous releases, this is a GRIEVOUS oversight.
Third (and final), the transfer is TERRIBLE. The original film is a bit grainy to begin with, but in previous VHS and DVD transfers it was never enough to be distracting. Here, in 1080 resolution, the grain is so bothersome that it strikes me more as digital noise–even STATIC at worst–than actual celluloid texture. I get the feeling they went through the HD transfer process as fast as possible to cash in on the HD market. It looks little better than what the old DVD version would on upconvert.
Interestingly, I recently bought THE ROAD WARRIOR on Blu-ray and noticed the difference. Both ROAD WARRIOR and TERMINATOR 2 have roughly the same amount of grain in their image (and the VHS and DVD transfers were comparable), but the Blu-ray transfer of THE ROAD WARRIOR is GLORIOUS, and the grain actually accentuates the image (worth every penny); logically, the TERMINATOR 2 image should be on par at LEAST, but instead it underperforms.
So don’t buy this Blu-ray release of it yet, because if history is any teacher, TERMINATOR 2 is going to receive the same double and triple-dipping treatment it did on DVD, and the next release is likely to have a better transfer and bonus features…the same thing already happened with THE FIFTH ELEMENT.
5 Stars Great Movie!
Terminator is my husbands favorite movie and he was really happy with it!! We really enjoy this movie! Great Buy, highly recommended!
2 Stars Less than the Sum of Its Parts
At that time of the theatrical release, a tiny voice told me even then that this was less than the sum of its parts. That voice was mere pipsqueak of a thing, looking up at this spectacle of a film, which was so aggressively big, it was like looking up at a tidal wave, breaking over you, with so much of everything crashing down. Oh, sure, it’s got its interesting time-travel premise and the neato liquid-metal terminator. But foremost, it was an ARNOLD vehicle, with every scene written so Arnold can perform his cooler-than-though shtick, consisting mostly of catchphrases and lots of destruction while carrying a really loud gun. All of those complaints aside, I’m enthusiastic enough about the Blu-ray experience and Terminator 2: Judgment Day [Blu-ray] was cheap enough that I’d thought I’d take another look.
Blu-ray or not, it was indeed plum boring. People were reduced to cartoon characters Arnold can perform his routines on. For example, without breaking his stride, he shoots a guard in the knee, then without looking back, cites to John that this stunt remained in strict compliance with John’s earlier enjoinder against killing people. I didn’t think it was cute, the deliberate injury to an innocent person presented as a cool joke. This is not a good movie. It’s not good science fiction; it’s not good drama; it’s not good comedy. Remove the flamboyant pyrotechnics and the contrived coolness, and what’s left? ARNOLD, and his terrible acting. I seriously doubt this movie will be regarded highly by film buffs twenty years from now.
As for this Blu-ra edition, the high definition didn’t add anything to the experience. How can it? It’s so full of action, there’s no room for anything else that could benefit from a hi-def display. Any artistry brought to this venture was expended on the pyrotechnics. The cinematography was efficient and cold, with the simplest aim: to assault the audience with bullets and bombs. So while it was a noisy movie, there wasn’t much to SAVOR visually; not like, say, Blade Runner [Blu-ray] or Gattaca [Blu-ray], sumptuous visual feasts you’ll indulge again and again. If you’ve already seen it, and you own the SD DVD, there’s nothing more for you here on Blu-ray.
Nor are there any extras to sweeten the deal. This Blu-ray edition is indeed a stripped-down affair. The studio probably threw this together to meet the sudden demand for Blu-ray titles, but you can bet there’s a big fat Blu-ray SE coming down the pike. So to those to whom this matters, you despair is unwarranted.
Undoubtedly my strong criticism for this film will garner a lot of angry “no” votes, with the readers clicking the button as if they were slashing my tires. Be that as it may. So that my Blu-ray library doesn’t become as cluttered as my SD DVD library has become, I gave my copy away to my son.
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3 Stars A Blu-ray review
If your a fan of this movie series you might want to get this, however its only marginally better definition then the dvd (especially if you have an upconvert dvd player). This blu-ray does not have the special features available on some of the special edition dvds. So basicly you give up some nice special features for a marginal increase in definiton. If its about 10 dollars or so, or if they rerelease it with special features and improved definition then it would be worth it otherwise just stick with the special editon dvd.
5 Stars The Best Arnold Movie
I think this is the best of all of Arnold’s movies. It was directed by James Cameron (director of the Titanic) who’s known to be a perfectionist and it shows. The dialogue and action sequences are sharp, and the movie benefits from the Blu-ray upgrade. The only downfall of the movie is that it suffers from the unkillable bad guy. Every time you think he’s dead he comes back to life. That is forgivable, however, because it is a common thread to scary/action type movies.
The Best of Blu ray Disc Volume One Lethal Weapon The Road Warrior Swordfish Training Day Blu ray
The Best of Blu ray Disc Volume One Lethal Weapon The Road Warrior Swordfish Training Day Blu ray
Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 09/18/2007
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Awesome collection and great value.
A great collection of movies. I purchased this along with The Best of Blu-ray, Volume Two (The Last Samurai / The Phantom of the Opera / Unforgiven / The Fugitive) [Blu-ray] as part of a sale in Dec.’07.
Here is some important info that Amazon left out:
- All four movies are in 1080p.
- Lethal Weapon is the only @ 1.85:1 aspect ratio.
- The other 3 movies are 2.4:1.
- All feature Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound.
Each of the blu-ray discs include the original “blu” protective case, complete with insert. All four cases slide into a cardboard cover that resembles the product photo on this page. This is much better than some of the collections I have on DVD where each disc is in a flimsy paper sleeve. I included a few photos (check customer images) of the box/packaging.
Note: The individual cases are not factory shrink-wrapped but they do include the white plastic seal/tape that goes over the top. I imagine this is important to those who had plans on selling or gifting any movies they didn’t like from the set. Not that you would do that. 
4 Stars all good except for one…
I loved almost all of the movies here except for Mad Max… not my cup o’ tea. The transfers are okay could have been better.
The Best of Blu ray Volume Two The Last Samurai The Phantom of the Opera Unforgiven The Fugitive Blu ray
Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 09/18/2007
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Nice pack of movies
All four great movies all looks good. As in transfers to Blu save a few dollars and buy this pack
5 Stars Awesome collection and great value.
A great collection of movies. I purchased this along with The Best of Blu-ray Disc, Volume One (Lethal Weapon / The Road Warrior / Swordfish / Training Day) [Blu-ray] as part of a sale in Dec.’07.
Here is some info that Amazon left out:
- All four movies are in 1080p.
- The Fugitive is the only @ 1.85:1 aspect ratio.
- The other 3 movies are 2.4:1.
- All feature Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound.
Each of the blu-ray discs include the original “blu” protective case, complete with insert. All four cases slide into a cardboard cover that resembles the product photo on this page. This is much better than some of the collections I have on DVD where each disc is in a flimsy paper sleeve. I included a few photos of the box/packaging.
Note: The individual cases are not factory shrink-wrapped but they do include the white plastic seal/tape that goes over the top. I imagine this is important to those who had plans on selling or gifting any movies they didn’t like from the set. Not that you would do that.
4 Stars Good value for money & very good video quality.
Bought this title along with other on Amazon’s spectacular BOGO. Movies itself are very good and to top it of there is excellent BR conversion. Looks awesome on PS3 + 1080p HDTV.
2 Stars The Fugitive with bad HD presentation
I did not view the other product yet, but I watched the Fugitive. Man just like a Standard DVD. For sure not meet the Blu-Ray expectation!!
The Best of Blu ray Disc Volume One Lethal Weapon The Road Warrior Swordfish Training Day Blu ray
The Best of Blu ray Disc Volume One Lethal Weapon The Road Warrior Swordfish Training Day Blu ray
Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 09/18/2007
User Ratings and Reviews
4 Stars all good except for one…
I loved almost all of the movies here except for Mad Max… not my cup o’ tea. The transfers are okay could have been better.
5 Stars Awesome collection and great value.
A great collection of movies. I purchased this along with The Best of Blu-ray, Volume Two (The Last Samurai / The Phantom of the Opera / Unforgiven / The Fugitive) [Blu-ray] as part of a sale in Dec.’07.
Here is some important info that Amazon left out:
- All four movies are in 1080p.
- Lethal Weapon is the only @ 1.85:1 aspect ratio.
- The other 3 movies are 2.4:1.
- All feature Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound.
Each of the blu-ray discs include the original “blu” protective case, complete with insert. All four cases slide into a cardboard cover that resembles the product photo on this page. This is much better than some of the collections I have on DVD where each disc is in a flimsy paper sleeve. I included a few photos (check customer images) of the box/packaging.
Note: The individual cases are not factory shrink-wrapped but they do include the white plastic seal/tape that goes over the top. I imagine this is important to those who had plans on selling or gifting any movies they didn’t like from the set. Not that you would do that.
The Best of Blu ray Volume Two The Last Samurai The Phantom of the Opera Unforgiven The Fugitive Blu ray
Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 09/18/2007
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Nice pack of movies
All four great movies all looks good. As in transfers to Blu save a few dollars and buy this pack
4 Stars Good value for money & very good video quality.
Bought this title along with other on Amazon’s spectacular BOGO. Movies itself are very good and to top it of there is excellent BR conversion. Looks awesome on PS3 + 1080p HDTV.
2 Stars The Fugitive with bad HD presentation
I did not view the other product yet, but I watched the Fugitive. Man just like a Standard DVD. For sure not meet the Blu-Ray expectation!!
5 Stars Awesome collection and great value.
A great collection of movies. I purchased this along with The Best of Blu-ray Disc, Volume One (Lethal Weapon / The Road Warrior / Swordfish / Training Day) [Blu-ray] as part of a sale in Dec.’07.
Here is some info that Amazon left out:
- All four movies are in 1080p.
- The Fugitive is the only @ 1.85:1 aspect ratio.
- The other 3 movies are 2.4:1.
- All feature Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound.
Each of the blu-ray discs include the original “blu” protective case, complete with insert. All four cases slide into a cardboard cover that resembles the product photo on this page. This is much better than some of the collections I have on DVD where each disc is in a flimsy paper sleeve. I included a few photos of the box/packaging.
Note: The individual cases are not factory shrink-wrapped but they do include the white plastic seal/tape that goes over the top. I imagine this is important to those who had plans on selling or gifting any movies they didn’t like from the set. Not that you would do that.
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