Terminator: Dark Fate (2019) Review in 2025
Terminator: Dark Fate is a sci-fi action movie that follows a new cyborg assassin sent back in time to kill a young woman who will give birth to the future leader of the human resistance.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Not recommended for young children due to intense action and violence.
CineReview Recommendation
Terminator: Dark Fate is worth watching for fans of the franchise and action movies, but it's not a must-see. It's available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Google Play Movies.
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The movie takes place 27 years after the events of Terminator 2: Judgment Day, where a new, more advanced Terminator, Rev-9, is sent back in time to kill a young woman named Dani Ramos, who will give birth to the future leader of the human resistance. The story follows Dani, a Mexican-American woman, and her allies, including a reprogrammed T-800 Terminator, as they try to prevent the Rev-9 from killing Dani and changing the course of human history.
Review Details
story7.00/10
The story is engaging and action-packed, but it feels like a rehashing of previous Terminator movies. The plot is predictable, and the characters' motivations are not well-developed.
acting7.00/10
The acting is generally strong, with standout performances from Mackenzie Davis and Linda Hamilton. However, the cast is not particularly memorable, and the characters' motivations are not well-developed.
characters6.00/10
The characters are well-acted, but they are not particularly memorable or well-developed. Dani is a strong and capable protagonist, but her character feels like a generic action hero. The T-800 is a fun and nostalgic addition to the franchise, but his character feels like a rehashing of his previous appearances.
direction7.00/10
The direction is solid, with plenty of action and suspense. The pacing is well-balanced, and the special effects are impressive. However, the movie's tone is inconsistent, veering wildly from serious drama to campy humor.
cinematography8.00/10
The cinematography is stunning, with plenty of creative and visually impressive shots. The movie's use of practical effects is impressive, and the action sequences are well-choreographed and intense.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The movie has plenty of action and suspense, and the special effects are impressive. The cast is generally strong, and the cinematography is stunning.
Cons
The story is predictable, and the characters' motivations are not well-developed. The tone is inconsistent, and the movie feels like a rehashing of previous Terminator movies.
Notable Quotes
"Hasta la vista, baby."
"I'll be back."
"You're a Terminator, but you're not like other Terminators. You're a cyborg assassin, but you're also a friend."
