Directed by James Cameron, "The Terminator" is a groundbreaking 1984 science fiction film that introduced audiences to a dystopian future where machines have risen against humanity. Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as the relentless Terminator, a cyborg assassin sent back in time to eliminate Sarah Connor (Linda Hamilton), whose unborn son is destined to lead the human resistance. Michael Biehn portrays Kyle Reese, a soldier from the future tasked with protecting Sarah. The film's innovative special effects and gripping narrative have cemented its status as a classic in the sci-fi genre.