Definition: Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines refers to a movie released in 2004. It's an action film from Terminator franchise, directed by James Cameron. The film follows a group of Special Forces soldiers who are tasked with retrieving the cybernetic device known as "Terminator 3," which is used to control the destruction of humans and machines. The film explores themes related to war, politics, and the nature of human beings in their relationship with technology.