Review of Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003) by Macdara B — 30 Dec 2013

Lacking the plot and originality of previous instalments but still delivers some good moments.

This review of Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003) was written by Macdara B on 30 Dec 2013.

Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines has generally received positive reviews.

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