Aliens

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Tony K “Aliens” is the phenomenal 1986 sci-fi action sequel to the 1979 science fiction horror classic “Alien,” which tells the story of a crew’s deadly encounter with a frightening and formidable life-form discovered on a desolate moon, LV426. Now, 57 years later, a small platoon must fight for survival against an ARMY of “Xenomorphs” in an abandoned human colony on a newly-terraformed LV426, using every military weapon in its arsenal to battle the horde of monstrosities. But, “Aliens” isn’t just an intense action monster slugfest, it also has excellent performances and memorable characters with compelling story arcs that provide depth. Sigourney Weaver is outstanding as Ellen Ripley, the sole survivor of an alien’s malicious killing of her entire crew nearly 60 years ago. Today, after having been disembarked from an escape shuttle and awakened from stasis, not to mention discovering her daughter’s passing of 66 years of age, she must adjust to a different time. Eventually, she reawakens her maternal instinct through her connection with a young colonist named Newt(Carrie Henn), who, like Ripley, is also the last survivor of an alien attack. Likewise, Michael Biehn is believable as Corporal Hicks, the reluctant leader who must assume command of a platoon having sustained casualties of more than half of its numbers to the initial xenomorph assault, including the previous commander. Moreover, Bill Paxton is a delight as Private Hudson, the wisecracking grunt who, though hysterically frightened out of his wits, must muster up the strength and courage to carry on the fight against the big bad scary aliens. Although it’s an 80s science fiction action flick, “Aliens” is also an exhilarating cinematic masterpiece that can appeal to fans of various movie genres and multigenerational cinephiles. In any case, you won’t be disappointed with this retro sci-fi movie classic. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/20/25 Full Review Ben N Cameron and crew do a really good job keeping you on the edge of your seat. This sequel is relentless. It is a rare example of a sequel that is smarter, more rounded, and more fun than the original. The director's cut provides essential backdrop to understand why Ripley is compelled to venture back into the void. The characters are great. You fall in love with Newt and of course the corporate masters are the ultimate bad guys again. This film is complete and if there had never been another Alien related movie, it would have been fine. That said, I'm a fan of many sequels/prequels. But this movie sealed up the story very well, giving you a non-stop ride along the way. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/10/25 Full Review Michael M The story about aliens and the universe are getting boring the whole script is predictably boring a boring franchise.... Fictional fantasy sci-fi....dull Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 02/07/25 Full Review Jason S 🌀COLLECTION RATING 99% Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/04/25 Full Review Audience Member The “Super Metroid” to the original’s “Metroid”. It builds on the world established in the previous film by delving deeper into the lore and follows Ripley dealing with the trauma caused by her last encounter with a Xenomorph. The larger budget allows for heightened, pulse riffle action scenes that are iconic within the action genre, but takes away the helpless, dire tone of the first film that made it a horror masterpiece. “Aliens” is a stellar sequel as it follows the formula that worked with “Alien”, but adds enough twists and unique aspects that provide a completely different experience from the original. James Cameron always locks in when directing Space Military action films with blue-heavy color pallets. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/30/25 Full Review Luke C GUYS GUESS FRICKING WHAT THEY DID IN THIS MOVIE!!!!! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/28/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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