40th anniversary of "The Terminator": James Cameron acknowledges its dated production quality while affirming dialogue success and Arnold Schwarzenegger's casting significance.

James Cameron recently reflected on his 1984 film "The Terminator" during its 40th anniversary, admitting that certain aspects, particularly the production value, are now "cringeworthy." Despite this, he stands by the film's dialogue and its significant success, which helped launch his career. Cameron credits Arnold Schwarzenegger's casting for the film's lasting impact. He also addressed criticisms of his recent works, including the length of "Avatar: The Way of Water."