# The Technology of ‘Terminator 2’: An Oral History

A 2017 oral history explores the real-world tech that inspired the futuristic gadgets in the film Terminator 2. Contributors include special effects artists and engineers who explain how the movie shaped public perception of emerging technologies. The piece offers a nostalgic look at 1990s science fiction and its lasting cultural impact.

**Importance:** 2/5

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### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://vfxblog.com/2017/08/23/the-tech-of-terminator-2-an-oral-history/) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:48:41 +0000