The Rewatchables ‘The Terminator’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Shea Serrano
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Jan 21, 2021 
Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Shea Serrano discuss the appeal of 'The Terminator' including its post-apocalyptic future and influence on the action and horror genres. They explore the career of actors, the impact of HBO on movie popularity, and the phenomenon of buying multiple versions of movies. They highlight memorable scenes, ambiguity of characters, and the movie's special effects. The discussion includes nostalgia, critique of the movie's outdated aspects, and exploring different aspects of 'The Terminator' such as the portrayal of Sarah Connor and the potential for a Netflix show.
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First Theater Experience and Arnold's Role
- Bill Simmons recalls seeing The Terminator in theaters and thinking it was the best action movie he'd ever seen.
- Arnold Schwarzenegger's role as a bad guy shattered traditional casting norms in action cinema.
80s Action Films' Ruthless Edge
- 1980s action movies had a brutal edge, showing numerous innocent bystanders killed unlike modern sanitized action films.
- This rawness added a unique intensity and danger to 80s cinema absent today.
Origin Nightmare and Studio Doubt
- James Cameron dreamt the idea of the Terminator from a nightmare about a metal being clawing towards him.
- The studio initially didn't screen the film for critics, doubting its quality, but it went on to massive success.