Creating the T-1000 Effects for TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY

[@PierceArner]

Absolutely every single person involved with this is a hero to me. I saw T2 when I was 6, and it remains one of the films that most captivated my imagination as a kid. Even seeing all the specifics here of how it was done still looks _so good_ that it doesn't make the end result any less magical. It really is a testament to the hard work and ingenuity that everyone poured in to this project. Thanks for sharing such neat looks into the specifics here on the channel. It's great to see all these things and get a sense of the work behind the scenes.

[@sideparting6845]

Good it had an impact but why would your parents let you watch a 15 or 18 rated film at age 6?!?!

[@ricosuave4275]

Yes I still remember this movie. I was in High School at that time, and I still remember going to the video store getting a copy to watch. Fun memories.

[@jonfoster5900]

@@sideparting6845 diffrent system in the US

[@zsatmari]

I was young also when I saw the film. It was because I liked SF films (my mother hated them, but she loves me more, so took me to this film) and at that time in our country we didn't knew anything about age ratings (of course some films were not allowed for kids, but mainly adult films).@@sideparting6845

[@denisl2760]

​@@sideparting6845It was the 90s, we weren't as soft back then. I watched this, Robocop and Alien and The Thing when I was 5-10, and I turned out just fine... mostly.

[@OmegaWolf747]

This movie had so much love and care put into it; a high level of attention to detail. I think that's why it's such a classic.

[@s0me0ne1se]

The effects of this movie are imprinted in my mind forever since 1991

[@MalibuDollface]

This whole movie is a crew of geniuses who made Cinema history!

[@BackroomsSlayer]

This movie was way ahead of its time. I'm glad to have lived the 90s entirely.

[@bL3dbL4k]

Way ahead of it's time?! It's time was the 90s! Movies are crap now. All CGI garbage.

[@AlucardPina]

The movie today is ahead of time, because we are in 2024 and we can't do a movie if we don't use PCS CGA and green screen

[@lilytyler80]

Yes

[@albertpuppymaster671]

Most 90s kids think that way but todays younger generation find this kind of special effects goofy.

[@rjspires]

Saw the film back in '93 or '94 and was blown away by the effects. I have the behind the scenes book for the film and fascinated me for years. Artwork of the SWS inside has such amazing details. Thank you to everyone who work on it.

[@chocciechippie4770]

Never EVER forget to thank the unseen, talented background folks! They're literally the backbone of all things created.👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@DenkyManner]

interesting to learn effects like the blade finger had practical aspects to them as they manifest with CG. I guess that's why the effects look so good, the CG was used mainly to morph between practical elements rather than replace them.

[@igg3937]

Yep, CG was introduced as a tool to augment practical effects not to replace them entirely.

[@connorjensen9699]

Wow, that’s incredible. I was always impressed by the effects in this movie, but this gave me a whole new level of appreciation

[@RandomnessTube.]

I turn 40 this year 30 odd years ago this movie change my life never seen anything like it at the time the aesthetics and detail that went into this movie is still unmatched to this day the motorcycle chase scene will always stand out for me.

[@Kirilljok]

Постановка погони невероятно великолепна, по сути в ней нет никаких поражающих воображение моментов, но она настолько идеально поставлена, что делает её одной из лучших сцен погони, причём без компьютерной графики, и это так натурально и естественно выглядит что иногда хочется не тратя время на весь фильм посмотреть только этот фрагмент

[@dragonmasteraltais]

The sheer dedication not just to the quality of the film itself, but also The T-1000 as a unique and memorable character through the use of hardwork, practical effects, and for its time, considerably groundbreaking CGI, will never cease to be something truly marvelous. You've also got to love the strangely endearing 'designations', so to speak, given to the effects. Hehe, Pretzel Man.

[@МихаилРевякин-ъ2в]

This is one of the best films in the world, we in the USSR knew a lot about artistic films!

[@rushi_25]

more than 30 years have passed and this movie still doesn't even look outdated. in fact, i think this movie still looks better than half of modern cgi these days.

[@freddiegibbs101]

Let's be honest, it's more than half, in fact it's closer to "all" than "half". Today, all this work is just thrown into a computer for pure CGI; a modern studio could spend 10x the budget to re-create T2 shot-for-shot with CGI (the T-1000, helicopter chase, etc.) and it would look like shit by comparison to these physical models and actual stunts.

[@imadequate3376]

These effects are why this movie still holds up 30 years later. Amazing practical effects work.

[@billdabuthcer25]

Guys I watched Terminator 1-2 first time this week. It was amazing. Im amazed by the VFX. Im proud of you

[@chujciwpape]

Tych efektow nic nie przebije. Kawal dobrej roboty. Terminator 2 bedzie dla mnie zawsze najlepszym filmem.

[@Lumibear.]

Beautiful. Moving art. You guys are the best.

[@Tomcatters]

I love you guys!!! T2 is one of all time best!!!! Miss the 80's and 90's movies!

[@autobotbumblebee7]

Watching this and couple of other videos i realised this movie was a product of passionate individuals coming together to truly bring to life something never before seen on screen. That's why they achieved what they did 30 years ago and it can still give modern cgi in some movies a run for its money.

[@christophermoonlightproduction]

Definitely want to see more videos like this in the future. We've been lacking since the studioADI channel ended.

[@sapphyrus]

Genius at work. Never since or before T2 I have been so much impressed by special effects. Magnum opus of SWS!

[@danlewis7707]

Despite all the incredible effects and monstrous imagery in the original two Terminator films, it is the chase sequences with a Mac-truck that really haunted my dreams. The idea of a relentless killing machine willing to go to absolutely any lengths including its own destruction in order to ensure a murder! Terrifying. The juxtaposition of Arnold and Linda and the cast of both films and the excellent score and direction as well as the incredible effects really just brought that idea home for me even more. Stan Winston School stands among the giants of the Industry. Period.

[@spiceweasle3945]

The effects in T2 were legendary!! And still hold up!!!

[@jr3474]

This movie is a legacy to mankind.. the creator's team are truly amazing

[@Tux00]

Those guys need to be in a hall of fame! Amazing work even by todays standards no doubt. 👌

[@igg3937]

I can't imagine that the liquid metal effects would be done with practical these days and that's sad because just look at how well these have held up. A testament to the immense care and artistry that went into them.

[@khaelthegreat9321]

This,.... These were the reasons why Terminator 2: Judgment Day is considered as legendary, epic and entitled for having the best CGI of all-time by most KZbin commentors and movie viewers especially in 90's...

[@bL3dbL4k]

This movie was AMAZING! I remember it vividly as a kid. Look at the time and effort they put into this! Incredible. 😢👏 Movies these days = All CGI now. I hate em 😡

[@to0muchtoan]

WOW love this movei and so awesome to see all the practical effects being used. Definitely way ahead of it's time and even so compared to movies nowadays.

[@damiansosa7258]

An amazing job!

[@user-pv8rr9jm4p]

One of the best films I've ever seen in my life. Still beats everything that came after it. ❤🎉

[@paulothx138]

Thank you for all the years of happiness and joy, Stan Winston School, thank you. 🙏🏻

[@StanWinstonSchool]

Thank you for being a part of our community! - Adrienn

[@Sardar.Asad77]

T2 has the Best VFX of its Time.

[@PunisherFan04]

2 years later Jurassic Park did better

[@peterlenham3180]

@@PunisherFan04 They wouldn't be possible without the effects in T2.

[@gjtrue]

This is how it should always be done. Good practical effects blended with good CGI *only* when necessary. Many films nowadays rely too heavily on CGI and look bad most of the time or just outright unbelievable. So much better when you can tell there is actually something in front of the camera in a movie. 🎥 Amazing how Terminator 2, a film from 1991, still looks far superior to many films nowadays.

[@MetalT-800Skull]

Super cool! Thanks for the share!

[@rowannestripe2964]

I wished I had gone into film, special effects, like this. Amazing 👏

[@mega-hb4re]

Amazing effect and way ahead of its time

[@damianangelov7796]

Glad that i grew up in the 90s era. This Movie is a masterpiece!!

[@Sebb002]

Le travail effectué par cette Équipe est Incroyable !! De vrais Artistes ! Merci.

[@janoycresva919]

Awsome video ! Rip Stan Winston

[@peterlenham3180]

The revolutionary CGI in Terminator 2 is legendary.

[@Chloe1sylvester1234]

I always thought this was done by CGI not practical effects. This make it look even more impressive.

[@Jaysriram-o7f]

You guys are really hard working.

[@Howlingburd19]

Love these behind the scenes stuff. It makes me appreciate these movies more :)

[@alincirstescu4732]

Seen the film 97-98,i was 10-11 yrs. old,since then i watched it for more than 100 times,i believe,know every line,almost every sequence,but still,even today creates something special in my mind and soul

[@filmmaker610]

Beautiful stuff

[@tobiaskonrad9920]

Terminator 2 was a masterpiece. Best movie for ever. James Cameron is very great.👍👍👍

[@SS7809]

Thank you so much guys you made history...... By doing your job with such perfection... Wow those were days,....... I miss old time

[@PROFIGHT_REVIEWS]

Thanks for the great work, guys.

[@regicorp6514]

Bravo ! Bravo ! 👏 Stan team could easily wipe the ground with these half baked CG from nowadays ! No wonder T2 it's the franchise's high Peak. 👍

[@budmonk2819]

Nice ! Goes to show how the movie has not aged at all, the effects are tangible and not virtual.

[@В.В.Д]

Мегафильм , достойный Нобелевской премии .

[@skill8958]

Woowww ! Comment ne pas être admiratif devant autant d'ingéniosité et de créativité avec tellement d'avance sur le savoir faire 😮👏 ((Ce film m'a fait rêver à l'époque 🙏))

[@druidofthefang]

That must have been an incredible experience, very cool

[@SammyRenard]

The cleave effect is still so wild to me

[@yavarjn2055]

This movie is still ahead of its time and will be relevant for decades. The reason many of us got into robotics, AI, and computer science to name a few.

[@user-ve3gh5xg9q]

Pure magic🤫

[@gogawv]

Ну какие же молодцы, ребята Честь и хвала

[@stephen7862]

For the "cleave man effect”, what was done with Patrick’s real arm, behind the arm that was the appliance? Did he have to pull his shoulder back to hide his real arm? When I pause the video at 2:08, it almost looks like he might have had his arm hidden down his pant leg, but I’m not sure.

[@StanWinstonSchool]

Hi Stephen! Christopher Swift sculpted a foam rubber body appliance that was vacumetalized in the center liquid metal splash area. That appliance was then pressed firmly against Robert Patrick’s body to simulate his right shoulder and side while the actor bent his real shoulder and side backward. More here: bit.ly/T2T1000FxYT - Adrienn

[@Semtex777]

Great team, great time

[@reinaldo1fy]

Fantastic !!!

[@GregoryBuescheR]

I heard of someone having a splitting headache but this takes the cake

[@celebwrestling]

Amazing how much work goes on behind the scenes

[@MastersunGaming]

One of the coolest movie villains in a sequel ever made.

[@th3rocodile649]

Man practical stuff are the best

[@alpysbaevnurlan8605]

Terminator-2 is a great movie! The one of my favorite movies. Special effects with model T-1000 are actual in present day!

[@86MarcusP]

My Favorite T-800 Movie, and top 10 Supervillan as well.

[@ripast2605]

impossible not to applaud at the end of the video.

[@nuketube5211]

I worked at Stan Winston Studios and leaving there late at night I had to walk through the area where all the monsters are ... it was scary!

[@sarahconnor3737]

PERFECT 💜

[@ELDAR_SURTUROV]

Awesome! 🔥👍🏻🔥

[@AFCA4EVER]

Simply amazing!! 🥰

[@lemonhead162]

I remember I went to the movies to see this when it first came out. I was shocked at the special effects!

[@kilroy987]

I liked how the collapsing T-1000 kept the face intact so that it didn't fall apart on its way down. A simple cinematic thing we all take for granted.

[@001krle]

best movie ever made

[@Jralbertodvisellas]

Nice job

[@kylewichner9623]

Im named after kyle reese it was amazing how they did the 1st terminator the hk tank was just a minature they made it look big and the terminator puppets the 1st terminator puppet weighed like 100 lbs t2 weighed less i have a book about stan winston these creators are my heroes i would love to make my own movies you are the resistance!

[@Vindix007]

Old times when Hollywood knew how to make awesome movies.

[@SuperKhalid95]

This movie is still a masterpiece or should I say a timeless classic

[@antoniociampo7698]

Grazie a tutti VOI per questo meraviglioso film... Da OSCAR...!!!

[@dennissmith5807]

Love it.

[@БобЗлобный]

Это шедеврально 👏 Это ни кино в павильоне снимать на зелёном экране.

[@隆アンド]

こんな風に作るんだ〜♪ 素晴らしい！

[@antoineschaefer4765]

Se travail est excellent, cela vieillit certes dans le temps, mais les effets spéciaux quand a eux, aucune ride Stanley Stone tu es le meilleur

[@liedebunker1253]

My respect!

[@suleymanaydan9037]

Bravo art harika muhteşem 👍👍👍👏👏👏👏

[@tiagobruneli]

Melhor filme de todos os tempos na minha opinião.

[@samarateixeira5073]

Deve ser divertido e desafiante trabalhar com efeitos especiais!!!

[@wynnszenn]

The era which doesn't have any sensational CGI. A good movie is all just base on a good story.

[@ags30mm]

Nothing but respect

[@lordtark6736]

You guys are the Goat 🐐 🙌

[@007Perky]

Absolute perfection guys 🤝👏👏deep respect from within for the teameffort - Sreejith

[@191irfan]

First watched on VCR.

[@iamnoone21]

The effects amazing ofc, but i also love their names Donut head...pretzel man...

[@MP-hz3ye]

Amazing

[@brianriback6285]

How did they pull off the effect when the T1000 hits the wall and inverts without actually turning around?

[@peterlenham3180]

Filmed twice, first when hes thrown against the wall, then when hes facing forward. Both shots are then morphed together, into what looks like one continuous shot.

[@AC-LING666]

CGI

[@ArchangelExile]

Funny how the word "cyber" has essentially been phased out when referring to anything online or technologically modern since the early 2000's.

[@fedurrrass4226]

Still on top effects

[@joeblack3878]

The special effects from 1991 are better than what Hollywood can do in 2023… Wild

[@Alekgmg]

Команда гениев! Уважение всем за шедевр!!!