This movie is the proof that the world is becoming a sick and dumb place

People are voting emotionally.

Like the great film, it's made with a great deal of visible affection both in front of and behind the camera.

There are moments in this movie where the great movie it could've been peek out... They're fleeting, here, but they're worth savoring, and they happen often enough to make it worth your while.

This is the third Arnie movie I didn't like, bu that's ok, he has some good and bad, the story is long and dull but the acting is good. I just didn't like this film.I give True Lies a 3/10

James Cameron the Directro of Titanic, Avatar and The Terminator has a unique talent. He can Hack into Peoples Minds and Makes them Believe that his actualy a Brilliant Filmaker but he's not. Another Generic, full of Stupid Cliches movie made by James Cameron. All Arabs are Bad, all Americans are heroes and blah blah blah Yawn!

After 'Terminator 2' in 1991, it was thought that Arnold Schwarzenegger could do no wrong at the Box Office. Then came 1993's 'Last Action Hero' which, despite me appreciating it, went some way to prove that he couldn't turn any concept into gold. So, it looked like he returned to Terminator collaborator James Cameron to get him back (as he always states he will be!). And back he came in the form of 'True Lies' which is effectively a 'spy movie,' but don't go thinking there's too many similarities to our every own Bond, James Bond. This is Arnie's take on the genre. And it works.Instead of a lone spy effectively saving the world from a nut-case in a volcano single-handedly, Arnie is actually a family man. It's just his family don't know that he regularly saves the world from nut-cases (just not nut-cases who live in volcanos). What you get is a two-plot story. Naturally, Arnie has to uncover a plot with some terrorists who are threatening to blow up one major city unless he gets a new battery for his camcorder (you'll have to watch the film to get that one!). On the other hand, you have Arnie juggling his chosen profession with his wife (expertly portrayed by Jamie Lee Curtis) and his daughter (a young Eliza Duskhu) who is beginning to grow up, almost without him.In fact, either story could almost exist as its own film and, whereas the beginning of the film starts off more 'spy orientated' the middle veers dramatically off into 'family drama' territory, before finally coming full circle and giving us some classic Arnie action set-pieces towards the end. It's a fun ride all in all. It never takes itself seriously (like today's spy thrillers, i.e. Bond/Bourne) and there are plenty of genuinely funny moments from all the cast (especially in the middle part courtesy of Bill Paxton's character). Then you have the action for us Arnie fans and overall a decent story which still holds up today. It's worth noting that when the 'true' action comes in the final act, it's on a pretty spectacular level - I'm thinking of the chase across the bridges in the Florida Quays and the subsequent fight on top of a moving harrier jumpjet which had to have a new form of bllue-screen special effects room created for the task. However, I guess looking at it some twenty-four years later, I can see how some may feel like the representation of women has come a long way. Depending on your political viewpoint you could say that Jamie Lee Curtis does get a little 'exploited' here and there and, for a director who has become well-known for his portrayal of strong women (Ripley/Sarah Connor) this could be seen as a step backwards.But, if you can bring yourself to forgive this little social blooper then you should be in for a fun ride. It's not 'family friendly' enough to be enjoyed by the whole family (due to its bad language and violence), but if you like comedies, spy movies, or just Arnie-style action then you should get your fill here. Just one thing... why no 'I'll be back' here? Surely it could have been worked in somewhere?!

"True Lies" stands the test of time as being one of the most well-crafted action films ever made. Director James Cameron lets in on his signature traits by adding suspense and comedy while trying to appease to fans who are aficionados of differing genres. With a very humorous background, this story doesn't just depend on stunts, explosives, dynamic fighting scenes, strong female fighters and secret agent gadgets, it also provides strong character development, caring characters and brilliant performances. This is one of the best action film from the 1990's.The opening scene which has a similar setting to that of James Bond proceeds in Switzerland where black operative Harry Tasker (Arnold Schwarzenegger) rises out of a pond while he removes his wetsuit only to discover that he is wearing a tuxedo underneath it. After becoming suspicious of antiques dealer Juno Skinner (Tia Carrere), Tasker along with his cohorts Albert Gibson (Tom Arnold) and Faisal (Grant Heslov) he continues on his dangerous initiative to search for a Palestinian Group known as the Crimson Jihad. This opening scene was really well executed mainly to the scintillating score from Cameron regular Brad Fiedel. This is awesome because most opening scenes in a lot of movies start that way often.The film then goes what feels like a different direction, but still pulled off effectively. We come to his wife Helen (Jamie Lee Curtis) who works at a rather generic job at an office and only sporadically ever sees her husband, who she believes is due an equally unexciting job as a computer software salesperson. When really he has a much cooler and more dangerous job than that.When Harry assumes that Helen has been promiscuous behind his back with an esoteric spy named Simon (Bill Paxton), Harry tries to use his secret agent persuasion to get her back into his life. In a brilliant comical scheme to push aside the mayhem, as Gibson conjures up a very difficult task against the untrustworthy car salesperson. While this is happening, the Crimson Jihad are planning on igniting nuclear warhead on America as where Harry's professional life is just as much in danger with his personal life.Much like "The Terminator" films, where Schwarzenegger's physique is to better use than his acting capabilities, few films require him don his limited acting chops. But still he was successfully able to amount enough chemistry from his co-star Jamie Lee Curtis who delivered a very courageous and endearing performance enough to get a Golden Globe nod and from Tom Arnold who was able to stand up to Schwarzenegger's more macho scenes. Many kudos to Cameron who wrote a splendid adaptation of the French film "La Totale!" which had some surreal moments of slapstick into the heart-pounding action this film delivers.The stunts and the explosions are well executed and shows Cameron's inner child for his love over-the-top thrills. Highly intense shootouts are adrenaline pumping scenes, but the motorcycle chase through the Marriott is one of the most memorable scenes in cinematic history. That along with the cat fight that leads up to an exhilarating car chase. If that's not enough to keep you glued it comes complete with grenades, flamethrowers and missiles. Though it's sound cliché, but the bad guys have what they got coming to them and Schwarzenegger can truly deliver. Sure there are some flaws where you must ignore from logic, but it's got plenty of action, buddy-cop moments, marital reparations, terrorist plotting and a recurring thematic tango. It's the ultimate film that's both a guilty a pleasure and an exciting thrill-ride.