The Terminator

In this 1984 sci-fi thriller directed by James Cameron, a relentless cyborg assassin is sent from the future to kill a young woman whose unborn son is destined to lead humanity in a war against machines. Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, and Michael Biehn, the film combines intense action sequences with a gripping narrative. Notably, it has become a cultural touchstone and launched a successful franchise. For those interested, it can be viewed on Soap2day for free.