Now that you mention it, the fight choreography in T2 really is something that helps the story feel more grounded. Connor vs T1000 is certainly a good example, but the T800 vs T1000 fights are all the right kinds of klunky vs fluid, respectively. There are probably other subtle examples in this film.
Not only is there the contrast, but there’s development. You can see them using their initial strategies and adapting over time. I swear on the grave of my murdered father: I love it when fights develop character!
Now that you mention it, the fight choreography in T2 really is something that helps the story feel more grounded. Connor vs T1000 is certainly a good example, but the T800 vs T1000 fights are all the right kinds of klunky vs fluid, respectively. There are probably other subtle examples in this film.
Not only is there the contrast, but there’s development. You can see them using their initial strategies and adapting over time. I swear on the grave of my murdered father: I love it when fights develop character!