Four decades ago, cinema’s most iconic cyborg made its electrifying debut in the Hollywood scene. This relentless entity could not be negotiated with, reasoned with, or swayed by emotions such as pity, remorse, or fear. For 40 years, it has never ceased its relentless pursuit. Indeed, 2024 marks the 40th anniversary of 'The Terminator' – James Cameron’s groundbreaking sci-fi horror film. This film not only bestowed Arnold Schwarzenegger with his most legendary role but also launched Cameron’s career as the most successful filmmaker of all time. Moreover, it gave birth to one of the greatest sequels ever crafted. Hasta la vista, baby.
The latest issue of 'Empire' commemorates this momentous anniversary with a significant, world-exclusive interview with the legendary director James Cameron. In this conversation, Cameron delves into the creation of his debut feature film, the enduring legacy of 'The Terminator' and its numerous sequels, the thematic concerns that have echoed throughout his career, his evolving relationship with the original film, and what lies ahead for the franchise. Additionally, producer Gale Anne Hurd shares insights on the casting of Arnold Schwarzenegger, the co-creator of the theme-park attraction 'T2 3-D: Battle Across Time' discusses its ambitious vision, and the showrunner of 'The Sarah Connor Chronicles' reflects on his personal journey with the Terminator’s small-screen adaptation. This is the ultimate celebration of 'The Terminator,' featuring a candid and vibrant dialogue with Cameron.
The newsstand cover of this month’s issue harkens back to the original Terminator, showcasing Arnold Schwarzenegger in all his 1980s glory. Meanwhile, the subscriber cover brings the T-800 to life with a shiny 1980s chrome finish, exclusively illustrated for 'Empire' by Van Orton. Beyond this, the issue is brimming with other highlights. We take a behind-the-scenes look at Armando Iannucci’s superhero satire 'The Franchise,' delve into the identity of the all-singing, all-dancing mob drama 'Emilia Pérez,' conduct a career-spanning interview with the legendary action filmmaker John Woo, discuss Blitz and British history with director Steve McQueen, explore Leigh Whannell’s 'Wolf Man,' embark on a fantastic voyage with 'Paddington In Peru,' uncover a unique Christmas movie with 'Red One,' and much more.
This issue is truly worth traversing time for – ensure you secure a future where you own a copy. The 40 Years Of The Terminator issue will be available on newsstands from Thursday, 26 September. Pre-order yours online here.
