Editing Filmmaker/James Cameron

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! Mass Extinction
! Extending Perception via Other Means
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! ''The Terminator'' (1984)
| Skynet's nuclear apocalypse aims to exterminate humanity.
| The use of technology to extend human capabilities, illustrated by the cyborg Terminator, represents a blend of human and machine perception.
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! ''Aliens'' (1986)
| The potential for the alien species to overrun and exterminate humanity reflects a theme of mass extinction.
| The use of advanced technology and vehicles to combat the alien threat shows an extension of human capabilities beyond natural limits.
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! ''The Abyss'' (1989)
| An impending nuclear disaster symbolizes a human-driven mass extinction event.
| The film explores human interaction with unknown deep-sea species and advanced non-human technology, extending perception of life and communication.
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! ''Terminator 2: Judgment Day'' (1991)
| The continued threat of Skynet's nuclear war and the extermination of humanity.
| The advanced T-1000 and reprogrammed T-800 models illustrate further integration of technology to extend perception and physical capabilities.
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! ''True Lies'' (1994)
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| The use of high-tech espionage equipment extends the perception of the protagonists, allowing them to uncover and prevent threats.
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! ''Titanic'' (1997)
| The disaster serves as a microcosm for human tragedy and loss, touching upon themes of existential threat.
| The innovative use of technology in filmmaking extends the audience's perception and understanding of historical events.
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! ''Avatar'' (2009)
| The threat to the Na'vi and Pandora's ecosystem reflects themes of ecological destruction and potential mass extinction.
| The use of Avatar bodies to explore and interact with Pandora extends human perception and experience into that of another species.
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