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drlowdonAug 20, 2023

The crew of a commercial spaceship are awakened from their cryo-sleep halfway through their journey home when they receive a distress call from an alien vessel. When they discover a nest of eggs inside the alien ship, they have no idea of theThe crew of a commercial spaceship are awakened from their cryo-sleep halfway through their journey home when they receive a distress call from an alien vessel. When they discover a nest of eggs inside the alien ship, they have no idea of the horrors that await. With a career defining performance from Sigourney Weaver Alien set a new standard for sci-fi horror upon release in 1979, and with its iconic look and plethora of memorable scenes, it has arguably yet to be bettered.… Expand

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royalguy07Jul 4, 2023

A masterwork of monster and production design from the era. Its very slow in the first half unfortunately but more than makes up for it.

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DonkeykomgApr 11, 2023

One of the best movies of all time! Can’t wait to rewatch in cinemas as part of a flashback event at showcase cinemas U.K.

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Maxisgoat1717Apr 9, 2023

Why it rocks: The characters are good, the pacing is excellent and it doesn’t explain too much in a horror film which doesn’t take away the creepy atmosphere that alien has. The build up is great, the effects are great, the script is great,Why it rocks: The characters are good, the pacing is excellent and it doesn’t explain too much in a horror film which doesn’t take away the creepy atmosphere that alien has. The build up is great, the effects are great, the script is great, the acting is great, everything is great.… Expand

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ALAMLEDPJan 21, 2023

Ridley Scott's Alien, the first entry in the franchise, is a cinematic masterpiece. Scott's approach to filmmaking, with a focus on realism and a "less is more" attitude, has helped the film retain its impact even as technology has advanced.Ridley Scott's Alien, the first entry in the franchise, is a cinematic masterpiece. Scott's approach to filmmaking, with a focus on realism and a "less is more" attitude, has helped the film retain its impact even as technology has advanced. The Xenomorph, the film's iconic alien creature, is only present for four minutes, but its presence is felt throughout the film through its use of shadows and off-screen scares. The film began as a graduate student's project, but quickly gained traction and a larger budget after the success of George Lucas' Star Wars. The story follows the seven-member crew of the commercial spacecraft Nostromo as they investigate a transmission from a nearby moon. The film explores themes of commercialism and the value of human life. The performances from the cast, particularly Sigourney Weaver and John Hurt, are noteworthy and the film's iconic "chestbuster" scene remains a staple in the horror genre. The film's setting and atmosphere, from the claustrophobic interior of the Nostromo to the vast scale of the alien ship and moon, are expertly crafted and heighten the tension throughout the film. It's a blend of science fiction, horror and thriller, and a must-watch for fans of the genre.
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Alien de Ridley Scott, la primera entrega de la franquicia, es una obra maestra cinematográfica. El enfoque de Scott para hacer cine, con un enfoque en el realismo y una actitud de "menos es más", ha ayudado a que la película mantenga su impacto incluso cuando la tecnología ha avanzado. El Xenomorfo, la criatura alienígena icónica de la película, solo está presente durante cuatro minutos, pero su presencia se siente a lo largo de la película a través del uso de sombras y sustos fuera de la pantalla. La película comenzó como un proyecto de estudiante de posgrado, pero rápidamente ganó fuerza y un mayor presupuesto después del éxito de Star Wars de George Lucas. La historia sigue a la tripulación de siete miembros de la nave espacial comercial Nostromo mientras investigan una transmisión de una luna cercana. La película explora temas de comercialismo y el valor de la vida humana. Las actuaciones del elenco, en particular de Sigourney Weaver y John Hurt, son dignas de mención y la icónica escena de "romper el pecho" de la película sigue siendo un elemento básico en el género de terror. El escenario y la atmósfera de la película, desde el claustrofóbico interior del Nostromo hasta la vasta escala de la nave alienígena y la luna, están diseñados por expertos y aumentan la tensión a lo largo de la película. Es una mezcla de ciencia ficción, terror y suspenso, y una visita obligada para los fanáticos del género.… Expand

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liamexeJan 15, 2023

The beast, the alien spacecraft, and Ripley, of course, are three wonderful things. Not great: the story, disposable characters (apart from Ripley), and the film's protracted beginning. If you enjoy the Ripley character and the AlienThe beast, the alien spacecraft, and Ripley, of course, are three wonderful things. Not great: the story, disposable characters (apart from Ripley), and the film's protracted beginning. If you enjoy the Ripley character and the Alien franchise, you should see this.… Expand

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KelvinSelimorNov 12, 2022

Alien. This is not Star Wars. It's the late 70s outside, and Ridley Scott is sitting in the director's chair, creating a scary space story. Around the same time, George Lucas was surprising with his Star Wars, but Ridley Scott showed aAlien. This is not Star Wars. It's the late 70s outside, and Ridley Scott is sitting in the director's chair, creating a scary space story. Around the same time, George Lucas was surprising with his Star Wars, but Ridley Scott showed a similar level. Space is just as mysterious and mysterious, but this mystery can be very costly for one space team. Alien 1979 is very creepy and very violent for its time. Only one scene in the dining room has forever become a cult and recognizable by everyone. The aliens themselves were made very frightening and disgustingly beautiful. It remains now to watch the continuation, in which there may be more Aliens.… Expand

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WillshaOct 23, 2022

I loved it so much, I HAVE ALL OF THE NEW ONES AND STILL WANT MORE FORM THIS FRANCHISE, 2 MOVIES A YEAR AND A TV SHOW WOULD BE APPRECIATED!

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Computey18Oct 18, 2022

Alien is a Classic Horror Movie that became one of my favorite horror movies of all time! Everyone should see this movie. Its suspenseful, the characters are smart and the gore and alien is amazing!

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AJ_13Oct 17, 2022

THE GOOD: The fact that this was made in 1979 is both admiring and unbelievable. Production design, VFX, cinematography and editing are way ahead its time.

THE BAD: That been said, I was disappointed. Much less scarier than I thought itTHE GOOD: The fact that this was made in 1979 is both admiring and unbelievable. Production design, VFX, cinematography and editing are way ahead its time.

THE BAD: That been said, I was disappointed. Much less scarier than I thought it would be and I didn't really care for the crew members' fate aside from Ripley's. I wish I were a bit more character/dialogue driven.… Expand

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Onlyclassicvg1Sep 26, 2022

The movie film is a government assigned project to broaden and enlight people and glory of nation. Cultural learning is emportant to follow on global basis. We make our nation a better and more convenient place for house and living. KazakhsThe movie film is a government assigned project to broaden and enlight people and glory of nation. Cultural learning is emportant to follow on global basis. We make our nation a better and more convenient place for house and living. Kazakhs are progressive and asstonishing people that with conclusion of project will have new optimistic… Expand

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Bunny-TnhAug 23, 2022

What an amazing movie, even though it's old, which is by no means a bad factor. The shooting techniques are amazing, the intro, development and conclusion processes are well fitted in addition to the suspense that is created during the film:What an amazing movie, even though it's old, which is by no means a bad factor. The shooting techniques are amazing, the intro, development and conclusion processes are well fitted in addition to the suspense that is created during the film: Who will die? When? Can the Alien be killed?

And the movie has basically all the things I love and would love to see in any Sci-Fi: Different planet, alien race, spaceship, advanced technology, etc.

For those who like something faster or like Friday the 13th (many appearances of the villain) will not enjoy this movie too much, but I highly recommend it.… Expand

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DunkaccinoSep 17, 2022

Alien is not as much a horror film as it is a science fiction one. Most of it is escaping, strategizing instead of fighting (That leads us to Aliens). The alien doesn't appear often (not until the final scenes anyway). It leaves a great chunkAlien is not as much a horror film as it is a science fiction one. Most of it is escaping, strategizing instead of fighting (That leads us to Aliens). The alien doesn't appear often (not until the final scenes anyway). It leaves a great chunk to our imagination, which is what an outstanding science fiction picture does.… Expand

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turonSep 11, 2022

Se marco un antes y un después en el cine con esta película, una pena que el director este empeñado en destruir la saga.

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FelipePedro07Sep 1, 2022

Awesome !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Pan_KrytykJul 31, 2022

pozycja obowiązkowa dla każdego kinomaniaka... rewelacyjny film... polecam każdemu kto lubi horrory i sci-fi...ave

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littletristan2Jul 29, 2022

Best Sci-fi/ Horror movie every acting is great cast is great everything about this movie is great the xenomorph is very creepy

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GDsReviewsJun 7, 2022

An absolutely brilliant Sci-Fi thriller and horror movie, with excellent performances and the debut of one of the most powerful fictional heroines in history in Ellen Ripley.

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kyle20ellisMar 31, 2022

Easily one of Ridley Scott's finest films, and one of the best of the sci-fi genre. Alien is simply wonderful, with imaginative production design especially and a magnificent score from Jerry Goldsmith. The pace is also right on the moneyEasily one of Ridley Scott's finest films, and one of the best of the sci-fi genre. Alien is simply wonderful, with imaginative production design especially and a magnificent score from Jerry Goldsmith. The pace is also right on the money with a purposefully slow build-up, the editing is great, Scott's direction is superb and the story is wonderfully structured with seldom a dull moment. The script is also thought-provoking, clever and well written, while the atmosphere is just spellbinding with a perfect mixture of false scares and genuine jolts. The acting is also top notch, Sigourney Weaver is amazing as Ellen Ripley, who is not only one of the most iconic characters in film history but a contender for Weaver's best ever role. It is a delight seeing fine underrated actor John Hurt, and he is great to watch as the curious crewman. Overall, defines the term sci-fi classic. 10/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

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TrilobietmanFeb 25, 2022

I've seen the movie 3 times already. And it still remains an entertaining old horror sci-fi movie. It always feels fantastic to see the corridors of the Nostromo in the beginning. And it always feels great to hear the last crew log at theI've seen the movie 3 times already. And it still remains an entertaining old horror sci-fi movie. It always feels fantastic to see the corridors of the Nostromo in the beginning. And it always feels great to hear the last crew log at the end.

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A must watch I would even say a must rewatch!
A horror movie at its very best. You can't say you're a horror fan until you've seen this movie.… Expand

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r96skFeb 21, 2022

'Alien' isn't as eventful, and as such as entertaining, as I had anticipated, though it is still an enjoyable near two hours.

It's a strong cast, with newbie Sigourney Weaver putting in a great performance. Tom Skerritt, Harry Dean Stanton,'Alien' isn't as eventful, and as such as entertaining, as I had anticipated, though it is still an enjoyable near two hours.

It's a strong cast, with newbie Sigourney Weaver putting in a great performance. Tom Skerritt, Harry Dean Stanton, Yaphet Kotto and John Hurt are good too. I wanted to see more of them, though that's normal given the tightness of the setting - there's only so much they can do, of course.

Other positives include the neat set design, solid special effects and well done tension building. I can't say I was ever fully unnerved, in fairness that's more a personal thing as fiction rarely scares me, but I was locked on for the entirety. It also gets respect for setting the benchmark it did.

Will check out the sequels, prequels and spin-offs/crossovers with much intrigue.… Expand

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HellHoleHorrorFeb 16, 2022

This was made in the seventies. Seventies. The picture quality is stunning. Undeniably stunning. The sound is perfect except minor issues regarding occasional muffled dialogue. God it looks good. Rivals and beats many films made thirty yearsThis was made in the seventies. Seventies. The picture quality is stunning. Undeniably stunning. The sound is perfect except minor issues regarding occasional muffled dialogue. God it looks good. Rivals and beats many films made thirty years later. The blend of suspense, horror, science-fiction is perfect. The budget is perfectly used. Perfect. I say stick with the theatrical version, the various director cuts are not as well paced, add irrelevant scenes and don’t fix the one bit that annoys me – the jump cut on Ash’s head. Stay theatrical and think of the best film ever made and you would possibly have this. There may be a scant few other films but this would be the first. The ending is so intense and fearful without cheap techniques. I love it. Very minor technical issues are forgotten through fear, fascination and legacy.… Expand

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Dostoyevsky3Feb 14, 2022

Alien starts off slow, but the thrills get deeper and deeper. One of those films where the ending is the most satisfying aspect. Alien showed that sci-fi babes could rule the genre and why films nowadays are garbage in comparison. EllenAlien starts off slow, but the thrills get deeper and deeper. One of those films where the ending is the most satisfying aspect. Alien showed that sci-fi babes could rule the genre and why films nowadays are garbage in comparison. Ellen Ripley was a revolutionary character for her time and has shown how fascinating and exciting films like these can be.… Expand

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SilarMaldonJan 30, 2022

One of the best movies ever made. Suspenseful, gritty, retro-futuristic. What's not to like?

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rockytopthadJan 28, 2022

Victimized again by overly high expectations! If I try really hard to channel an inner film student who is seeing this in historical blahblah then maybe. But on its face, in 2022, it’s not entertaining at any substantive level.

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Deckard2Jan 25, 2022

A film I associate with the **** being scared out of me when I was 12 years old..........thank you Dad.

When a film has made a significant impact it leaves a mark. I remember where I was, who I was with and how I felt when I first digestedA film I associate with the **** being scared out of me when I was 12 years old..........thank you Dad.

When a film has made a significant impact it leaves a mark. I remember where I was, who I was with and how I felt when I first digested Ridley Scotts masterpiece and is a film I routinely return to.

Alien was reportedly pitched as 'Jaws in space' and follows a rag tag and often disgruntled crew as they are rudely awakened from cryo-sleep to answer a mysterious distress call down on the unknown planet LV-426. Needless to say, things don't go according to plan.

Alien is an exceptionally well crafted, slow burning sci-fi horror that still manages to shock and keep you on the edge of your seat today. The creature design by Giger is still horrifying and the subtle lore that is established serves to build intrigue without detracting from the main 'problem' the crew are facing. Little did 12 year old me know that these questions would be explored in the later made 'Prometheus'.

Notable mentions should go to Jerry Goldsmiths score who's eerily sweeping horns and strings have become synonymous with getting stalked by a xenomorph and to Ian Holm who turns in an excellent performance playing 'Ash' the ships science officer.

Although a slow burner to start (the action doesn't really kick off until the hour mark), the atmosphere and the journey you are taken on is worth the investment. This is Ridley Scott on top form and he has arguably rarely been better.… Expand

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NickTheCritickNov 3, 2021

A fantastic sci-fi horror movie by a R. Scott who shot his second impressive long feature after the duellists. This movie is an inimitable and unattanainble masterpiece of its genre. Scott here is a master in building tension during all theA fantastic sci-fi horror movie by a R. Scott who shot his second impressive long feature after the duellists. This movie is an inimitable and unattanainble masterpiece of its genre. Scott here is a master in building tension during all the film that is a space drama/thriller. You see the Alien only at the end of the movie. This is genius, this is what cinema is. Art. Every shot here is simply perfect. And guys, he created the Xenomorph. Honor and merit for this.… Expand

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HeroicAge616Oct 27, 2021

Alien succeeds in a creeping tone that pervades every nook and cranny of the screen.

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rosr35Oct 6, 2021

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InjuredDriverSep 14, 2021

One of the best movies ever made. Best sci-fi horror for sure. Acting, writing, music, cinematography, the retro-futuristic aesthetics of the ship interior, everything about this movie is fantastic. Suspenseful, bloody, terrifying greatness.One of the best movies ever made. Best sci-fi horror for sure. Acting, writing, music, cinematography, the retro-futuristic aesthetics of the ship interior, everything about this movie is fantastic. Suspenseful, bloody, terrifying greatness. Lost track of how many times I've watched it. There aren't many movies that I'd give a 10/10 to, this one definitely deserves it.… Expand

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HabibiehakimSep 8, 2021

It's terrifying, it's bloody, and yet fills with an incredible performance by everybody especially Sigourney Weaver, Derek Vanlint fantastic cinematography, and Ridley Scott amazing direction, Alien is a very extraordinary film.

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LumdogAug 30, 2021

The godfather of sci-fi horror. One of the most influential films ever made that's full of iconic scenes. Alien & it's sequel Aliens are must-sees for any film fan.

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vergildantes02Aug 23, 2021

Love the story, love ripley (one of my favorite heroes of the 80-90s) in addition to the other characters and the xenomorphs were scary and memorable.

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sebastianaliAug 12, 2021

Alien tiene algunas cosas para destacar. Gráficamente es todo un espectáculo, efectos especiales impresionantes, escenarios tan detallados que se ven bien a dia de hoy, y un muy buen uso de las luces. Es increíble que una película actuada tanAlien tiene algunas cosas para destacar. Gráficamente es todo un espectáculo, efectos especiales impresionantes, escenarios tan detallados que se ven bien a dia de hoy, y un muy buen uso de las luces. Es increíble que una película actuada tan vieja (1979) pueda envejecer tan bien, salvo la ultima escena en la que muestran el cuerpo completo del alien, que si se nota que la trabajaron muy poco, pero todo lo demás es increíble. También debo destacar la atmósfera, que si bien en parte juega en contra (ya diré luego porque), la película mantiene muy bien ese nivel de tensión, sumado a que hay pocos jumpscares, realmente no te los esperas, y en cierta medida reduce así las situaciones cliches. Pero ahora a hablar de los puntos negativos. Y es que si bien dije que la atmosfera en cierta medida juega a favor, esto es a costa de dejar muy poco desarrollo de personajes y mantener muchas secciones con solo tensión y nada mas. En parte sentí que la película se estaba alargando artificialmente. La película dura 2 horas, y debo decir que la primera media hora la sentí muy de relleno. Si bien algunos podrían contraargumentar que la película intenta transmitir tension y suspenso (que en parte lo hace), esto es asi hasta el final, y a costa de no dar una historia llamativa, ni explicarnos cosas como el origen del alien o las verdaderas intenciones de la compañía con hallar el descubrimiento (por dar un ejemplo). Realmente la historia nunca se explota, es otra de esas películas de terror que solo buscan atmósfera, pero por tener solo atmósfera, al menos a mi, no van a lograr captar mi atención, quiero una buena historia también, y desgraciadamente muy pocas de su genero lo han logrado. Llega a tener varios cliches, incluso para su tiempo y algunos son muy predecibles, los personajes a veces actúan como tontos y, en resumen, se siente como la típica película thriller en la casa, solo que esta vez con temática futurista. No es que haya envejecido mal, simplemente es aburrida de ver y con un montón de cosas que podrían haberse explorado y explotado.… Expand

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MisterdionyMay 29, 2021

The only thing that I regret of watching the movie is that I waited too long. I mean, it was released 42 years ago and stills feels fresh. Awesome story and great actor performances.

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kannonballMay 3, 2021

one of the best movies ever. I watched this as a kid and loved it, and i still love it.

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DexEngineerMar 15, 2021

It's difficult not to give this movie 10 points in 2021 when most movies are not even trying to be good in the name of agenda. Alien is great... story, climate, Ripley. So 2021 is checked... till next year, dear aliens.

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KempMar 5, 2021

Maybe this really was special when it was made, but if so, it doesn't hold up.

Generic plot, underdeveloped characters, lackluster acting (apart from my boy Parker), horrible sound design, and hit or miss directing. The one thing that isMaybe this really was special when it was made, but if so, it doesn't hold up.

Generic plot, underdeveloped characters, lackluster acting (apart from my boy Parker), horrible sound design, and hit or miss directing. The one thing that is still pretty impressive is the visual effects. This is a profoundly overrated movie, though very influential.… Expand

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MrPajamasFeb 4, 2021

Alien is one of the classics and also one of the really high quality. She has an excellent story, the main heroine, of course the negative emzák, and most of all she adds an atmosphere to this film that is absolutely luxurious. This is simplyAlien is one of the classics and also one of the really high quality. She has an excellent story, the main heroine, of course the negative emzák, and most of all she adds an atmosphere to this film that is absolutely luxurious. This is simply a MUST-SEE image that you must not miss.… Expand

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eva3si0nFeb 22, 2021

Alien is one of the best films not only by Ridley Scott but also by the entire genre of space fiction. It is difficult not to say how much this is a fundamental movie that many subsequent generations will remember, a real masterpiece thatAlien is one of the best films not only by Ridley Scott but also by the entire genre of space fiction. It is difficult not to say how much this is a fundamental movie that many subsequent generations will remember, a real masterpiece that gave rise to one of the most famous franchises. Relevant even after 40 years. After the restart of the franchise in 2012 and even more so the last part, the original is perceived as an unattainable level. And if even Ridley Scott could not restart the franchise, then it remains only to enjoy the classics.… Expand

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AcidCasualFeb 3, 2021

I've watched this film over 500 times and in all that time i've never felt the impact and craft of the film has lessened. It's a masterpiece and a definive example of how a Sci-horror should be written, filmed and executed.

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bfoore90May 28, 2017

Ridley Scott tells a superbly scary story with a perfect blend of synchronized visuals, atmosphere and sound. Alien is a good piece of Sci-fi horror that still stands the test of time.

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geewahDec 12, 2020

Masterpiece.
One of Ridley Scott's finest movies. Original for it's time and still holds up well today.

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Kai82Nov 7, 2020

A cult classic that started a franchise, a legacy and is for many the quintessential science fiction / horror movie. In addition it made Sigourney Weaver, Ridley Scott and H. R: Giger world famous. It is the story of the crew of theA cult classic that started a franchise, a legacy and is for many the quintessential science fiction / horror movie. In addition it made Sigourney Weaver, Ridley Scott and H. R: Giger world famous. It is the story of the crew of the commercial spaceship Nostromo. The crew is awakened from stasis by the ships computer as an emergency signal was received from a nearby moon. After the rocky landing they discover that it is not a ship of human origin and it holds a frightening secret. Here I stop my introduction because of spoilers. The great strength of the movie is the cast including the director and the atmosphere they created. The atmosphere is intense and as the movie progresses it gets better and better as the whole cast is in a grim situation that they want to solve while it might be fully out of their control. I must praise first the director Ridley Scott. He delivered a masterpiece and had a clear vision. There is even a scene were he did not told the actors about a surprise to get a more realistic and shocked performance (Everyone who saw the movie will immediately know the scene I described here spoiler free). Even if this was made up later it is believable as he clearly knows what he wanted and what worked in this movie. Then there are the actors. Let start with Sigourney Weaver whose career jump-started with this movie. She is the star of the movie and delivers a flawless performance. Tom Skerrit as captain Dallas is also good and only in this movie because of Ridley Scott (and a higher budget). The rest of the cast is also great and I think Veronica Cartwright, John Hurt, Harry Dean Stanton, Yaphet Kotto and especially Ian Holm should be mentioned here and praised for their performance. All in all they create an atmosphere that is so immersive that you forget that it is a movie. Then I must also talk about H. R. Giger and his effects. He became a legend and he deserved respect. In short he made a career and a lot of money out of nightmares and his imagination. His special effects were stellar and did not fail to deliver. I almost forgot the sets. Again they create a realistic and believable atmosphere. Just mundane space travel as it would look if it became common business and alien looking structures that are equally believable. Then there is the score that enhance the atmosphere. It is so good that you will not notice its effects that you will experience (This is not a critique and meant positive). I have nothing negative to say here and might only warn you about 1 scene that is maybe to shocking for some even if its widely know by now. When the crew takes a meal after a crewman recovered be prepared for the worst. Overall this is a masterpiece and cult classic. Got a rightful place in movie history and is still as good now as back then.… Expand

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AngysYoungg321Nov 7, 2020

One of the best movies ever made and definitely one of the best horror movies ever made! For a 1979 film this holds up really well!!!!!!!

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mbeckfordOct 27, 2020

The standard bearer of horror in space, Ridley Scott's masterpiece still thrills new generations of fans. The Giger-inspired alien induces a claustrophobic nightmare that still carries on in sequels and prequels.

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akshatmahajanSep 25, 2020

Alien is a well made movie. It has both sci-fi and horror elements. It remains one of the most original movie. The atmospheric was chilling and terrifying and the story holds up incredibly well. The special effects were incredible at thatAlien is a well made movie. It has both sci-fi and horror elements. It remains one of the most original movie. The atmospheric was chilling and terrifying and the story holds up incredibly well. The special effects were incredible at that time. The music effects were good and the direction was great.

One thing that I think was not good about thr movie was it's pace. Movie is slow in first hour and then fastens. Due to this, some people can lose interest in first half only.

Overall, it's a good movie and everyone should give it a try.… Expand

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MahmusSep 25, 2020

One of the best horror movies,
as well as one of the best sci-fi movies.
Ellen Ripley is one of the best movie heroes, and while I know she's more of a badass in "Aliens", I highly prefer her in this one. I love how she doesn't start as theOne of the best horror movies,
as well as one of the best sci-fi movies.

Ellen Ripley is one of the best movie heroes, and while I know she's more of a badass in "Aliens", I highly prefer her in this one.
I love how she doesn't start as the protagonist and only becomes the leader as the film goes on. I was really not expecting that the first time I watched this.

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JLauSep 18, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Commercial starship answers distress beacon, brings lifeform onboard, lifeform incubates in guy's chest, kills most of the crew and the cat survives.… Expand

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Reinbou23Sep 7, 2020

Love this Movie, The Suspense and the Alien Design is Terrorific must see it if you love Suspense Movies

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zNeverSleepingAug 31, 2020

Há muitos pontos positivos aqui.

A começar por todo conceito do filme. A nave, o alien, o background. Tudo me parece bem único e ajuda a atmosfera a ter um ar próprio, o que por si só já cria uma tensão em volta do Alien. Infelizmente, oHá muitos pontos positivos aqui.

A começar por todo conceito do filme. A nave, o alien, o background. Tudo me parece bem único e ajuda a atmosfera a ter um ar próprio, o que por si só já cria uma tensão em volta do Alien. Infelizmente, o suspense não me pegou tanto quanto eu gostaria - muito menos o medo. Mas a imagem do extraterrestre foi tão massante pelo apelo excessivo do publico que minha apatia se dê por conta disso.

Os personagens são ótimos. Suas discussões, medos e raiva parecem reais. É interessante como o Alien nem precisou se esforçar tanto para separa-los. Os embates funcionam bem e dão uma importância maior a ponto de levarmos aquilo mais a serio.

O conteúdo gráfico é bom, assim como os efeitos especiais de forma geral. A fotografia envelheceu muito bem. Consta com uma técnica muito bem aplicada.… Expand

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Clive_cowanJul 25, 2020

Absolutely brilliant. Very scary and keeps you at the edge of your seat. Very well written, with good actors/actresses. sigourney weaver is magnificent.

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Rcavey92212Jul 9, 2020

What is there left to say about this masterpiece that hasn't been said. The setup is simplistic as a group of salvages in deep space answer an sos and discover an alien species that attaches itself to one of its crew. Later on he awakes andWhat is there left to say about this masterpiece that hasn't been said. The setup is simplistic as a group of salvages in deep space answer an sos and discover an alien species that attaches itself to one of its crew. Later on he awakes and seems fine but soon after a deadly creature erupts from his chest killing him and begins knocking off the crew one at a time. Ridley Scott's perfect classic is intense and nightmarish suspenseful with fine performances all around but Sigourney Weaver is the real standout here. She injects Ripley with a vulnerability and strength that seems genuine and engaging. She's one of the fiercest heroines ever. The movie has garnered such a huge following over the years and rightly so it's one of the best movies ever made!

Budget: $11M
Box Office: $203.6M

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DiptanshuJul 8, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece!it was slow and creepy with awesome and intense situations and survival!the music was phenomenal it was calm and amazing,the CGI and visuals were stunningly great,the story and screenplay was brilliant and the acting it was amazing the characters the 2 careless guy,the captain,the lady-captain and other lady with the ash and infected guy they were awesome.the starting intro and ship's overview was amazing then the whole set-up with the mother's situation and then the planet landing for signs of rescue it was amazing,the starting glimpses of Life-form in planet and the creepy environment was literally awesome then the whole face-infected thing leading into creepy and incredible situations it was great,the 1st glimpse of the Alien and its entry by stomach was literally mind-blowingly terrifying and awesome as hell the characters and our-self's were literally stunned at that moment,after that the alien finding mission for all then one-by-one take-down of everyone by situations and alien it was creepy and chillingly awesome,the dock's scene of captain finding alien with Fire-gun and the gadget failing scene with sudden appearance of Large Alien in the face was literally jaw-dropping and awesome,the whole cat sequences were like "Why the hell" but it was awesome and Fun to the creepy plot,the Ash's and whole plan reveal at 3rd act was literally shocking and stunning the fight with ash it was dramatic and awesome,the ending escape sequence in the intense situations with count-down to explode was creepy as hell,the whole ending was brilliant and mind-blowingly satisfying,its chillingly awesome and great movie its a Masterpiece!… Expand

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OriginalDangerJul 5, 2020

ALIEN made in 1979 by director Ridley Scott has to be the greatest sci-fi ever made and certainly one of the best horror films ever made so it's in my favourites list along with The Shining... Sigourney Weaver stars in the original thatALIEN made in 1979 by director Ridley Scott has to be the greatest sci-fi ever made and certainly one of the best horror films ever made so it's in my favourites list along with The Shining... Sigourney Weaver stars in the original that kicked off a franchise and Alien is by far the more superior and best out the lot. It's had sequels but sadly none could match it, when a crew receive a transmission from an unknown source they go to investigate but bring an intruder onboard after it attaches itself to one of their crew members faces. Later another bursts out of the same crew members chest and starts killing off the crew members one by one when it gets bigger. Alien is dark, scary, a great story and is full of suspense and terror and the cast is great with excellent acting and chemistry between the actors. A must watch!… Expand

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Stephenj2010Jun 12, 2020

''Alien'' (1979) is really is the masterpiece of the cinema, it's the best sci-fi horror movie of the 1970s. The idea of turning a Sci-fi movie adding horror stuff is very, VERY scary to the sci-fi fans and Star Wars as well. The idea of a''Alien'' (1979) is really is the masterpiece of the cinema, it's the best sci-fi horror movie of the 1970s. The idea of turning a Sci-fi movie adding horror stuff is very, VERY scary to the sci-fi fans and Star Wars as well. The idea of a space film about a killer Alien creature named Xenomorph goes inside of the spaceship named Nostromo and finding to kill the Xenomorph before the Xenomorph kills everyone on the ship at the time is very original. It has memorable and iconic characters, such as Ripley, played by Sigourney Weaver. The Alien (later known as the "Xenomorph") itself also became an iconic movie monster. Notably, the Xenomorph was designed and created to convey a fear of rape; it succeeded, it has amazing designs courtesy of Ron Cobb, Jean "Moebius" Giraud, and Chris Foss, who designed the movie's human aspects, such as the space suits and the Nostromo itself, and the late H.R. Giger, who designed the movie's alien aspects, which succeeds at being very disturbing and helped popularize the artist. Noteworthy is that Foss, Giger, Moebius, and O'Bannon had previously worked on Alejandro Jodorowsky's canceled film adaptation of Frank Herbert's Dune. It has a lot of scary scenes that became iconic, notably the chestburster scene. The filming of this scene actually terrified the actors; Veronica Cartwright's reactions were genuine. Ripley is pretty much a likable character, which she'll go on even more likable character in Aliens (1986). The soundtrack was scary, and it's amazing. And it's sequel, Aliens, which it's even more awesome.

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Everybody-Jun 9, 2020

Some people say Halloween, some say the shining, I say Alien is the greatest horror film ever made, the actors convey being frightened so convincingly. The look, design and atmosphere of the film is second to none, it's just dripping withSome people say Halloween, some say the shining, I say Alien is the greatest horror film ever made, the actors convey being frightened so convincingly. The look, design and atmosphere of the film is second to none, it's just dripping with menace from the ominous opening titles right through til the exhilarating, heart pounding finale. A Masterpiece in every sense of the word.… Expand

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ThwompthingMay 27, 2020

What is this doing on the main page of Metacritic? Lol, begging for more good scores or something? Might as well put Aliens, Terminator and T2: Judgment Day on here as well.

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TommyValentinoMay 27, 2020

Best space horror ever made! I loved it 20 years ago and I still love it now, nobody could beat it so far

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imthenoobMay 11, 2020

There is no understating the importance that Aliens had on not just horror and sci-fi but cinema all together. It's a perfectly created world that captures you and keeps hold until the credits roll.

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IAmaMovieGeekMay 7, 2020

This is my all time favorite sci-fi horror film! Creepy atmosphere, great acting, and it is one of the greatest movies ever made! Definitely gets a 10/10.

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RobwinzApr 19, 2020

This movie is really good, It's got an amazing story with some amazing characters who all give a good performance from start to finish and most of the characters in this film have got good chemistry with each other when they're together inThis movie is really good, It's got an amazing story with some amazing characters who all give a good performance from start to finish and most of the characters in this film have got good chemistry with each other when they're together in scenes. Also, this movie's got some brilliant uses of camera work and it's got some decent lighting when it's used in this film. Finally, most of the scenes hold up quite well and they don't look really outdated, there might be the odd one but apart from that, it holds up quite well to this day. I even thought most of the stuff with Alien holds up quite well due to the style of how he is displayed in this movie, which was pretty cool. Overall, I'd say it's a really good fantasy movie with some amazing scenes and it's even shown to be quite brutal and bloody during most of those scenes.… Expand

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FifthWheelApr 11, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A classic sci-fi/horror thriller that laid the foundation for others to follow. While it's dated in the special effects and animations departments these days, this movie has a lot more soul than others like it that are released these days. Between the camaraderie with the crew, to the chase to find out where the Alien will go next, to seeing everybody else die and Ripley escape, this movie has tons of twists and turns to keep you engaged.… Expand

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Louw_BurgerApr 7, 2020

A modern classic, Alien blends science fiction, horror and bleak poetry into a seamless whole.

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SamirhusejnovicMar 29, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ein sehr guter Film und ein großer Fußstapfen in dem Sci–Fi und Horror Jounre,. Emphelenswert.… Expand

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Steven1981Mar 15, 2020

Alien was made in 1979 by the director of Blade Runner (Ridley Scott) which happened to come out in 1982, only a few years after Alien was released. I never saw Alien in cinemas which is disappointing but I wasn't even born when the film wasAlien was made in 1979 by the director of Blade Runner (Ridley Scott) which happened to come out in 1982, only a few years after Alien was released. I never saw Alien in cinemas which is disappointing but I wasn't even born when the film was initially released. When I saw it as a kid I thought it was okay but I was really too young to care at that age. I'm now 38 years old and seen it too many times but what Alien brings is suspense and Terror beyond belief. Ridley Scott's film is a sci fi horror classic with great acting and disturbing scenes and fairly dark. I liked Alien because it's scary and pretty effective without too much gore. A classic.… Expand

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YesterJan 25, 2020

Best space thriller I have ever seen. It's tense and relatable. The decisions made in the movie make sense, so nothing takes you out of the experience. It's plausible, tense and amazing.

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AWESOM-0Jan 23, 2020

A good movie now and a great movie when it was released. It has influenced so many things in sci-fi, both in movies and novels.

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Webber123Nov 15, 2019

The second best Alien film, it’s not good as his sequel, but still, is watchable and great!

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Dungeon00XNov 14, 2019

After Dan O'Bannon's spectacular failure of making a scary alien in Dark Star, he then wrote the screenplay to this terrifying extraterrestrial movie directed by Ridley Scott. Another favorite of mine that should not be missed, great specialAfter Dan O'Bannon's spectacular failure of making a scary alien in Dark Star, he then wrote the screenplay to this terrifying extraterrestrial movie directed by Ridley Scott. Another favorite of mine that should not be missed, great special effects and superb acting. The director's cut has even more to love if you can find it! If you love suspense films, the this one will have you on edge.… Expand

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Richmond95Oct 5, 2019

There are few horror films as perfect as the first installment of the Alien franchise.

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MadDadSep 16, 2019

An abdolute masterpiece nailbiting thrill from the beginning. This is one of Ridley Scott´s best movies. Alien has strongly influenced the genre and is one of my top 10s

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maestro666Aug 11, 2019

This film is my favorite film of all time I never got tired watching it over and over.

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Filmix16Aug 6, 2019

Ridley Scott arrive avec une grande de film de silence-fiction. Alien est un film très différent des autre film d’horreur, ce n’est pas film à en faire le saut. Les créatures son visuellement très bien fait pour l’époque. Ridley Scott àRidley Scott arrive avec une grande de film de silence-fiction. Alien est un film très différent des autre film d’horreur, ce n’est pas film à en faire le saut. Les créatures son visuellement très bien fait pour l’époque. Ridley Scott à trouver une façon original de faire apparaître c’est répugnante créature de l’espace.… Expand

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SerchvazJul 3, 2019

This film is such a masterpiece, it has a very good plot, very interesting characters, is the coolest a sci-fi horror alien movie, wonderfully acted, also every scene is perfect. A movie that you will enjoy and love. The alien o creature isThis film is such a masterpiece, it has a very good plot, very interesting characters, is the coolest a sci-fi horror alien movie, wonderfully acted, also every scene is perfect. A movie that you will enjoy and love. The alien o creature is also spectacular.… Expand

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TyranianApr 7, 2019

Very well-made horror/thriller with good pacing and plotting. Some effects have dated badly but otherwise holds up well.

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ElbanNinjaMar 23, 2019

Sigourney Weaver is an absolute madlad badass in that movie.

She plays the role of Ridley. A true hero that you will root for and relate with no matter if you are a woman or a man. The story is progressive and she has to overcome some nastySigourney Weaver is an absolute madlad badass in that movie.

She plays the role of Ridley. A true hero that you will root for and relate with no matter if you are a woman or a man. The story is progressive and she has to overcome some nasty and hard stuff through the movie but she ends up thriumphing in glory.

This is a movie with nasty scenes that will not let you indifferent. I absolutely loved it and I highly recommend it.… Expand

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Ikereviews1Mar 18, 2019

Easily one of the greatest horror movies ever made. Alien is a very great film. It has great atmosphere and suspense. The main character Ripley is one of the greatest female characters in all of movie characters. It also introduced a veryEasily one of the greatest horror movies ever made. Alien is a very great film. It has great atmosphere and suspense. The main character Ripley is one of the greatest female characters in all of movie characters. It also introduced a very great and iconic character the alien or xenomorph. A outstanding film. A must watch for sci-fi and horror fans… Expand

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MerodeTalksMar 9, 2019

The Alien (1979) is in my opinion prime example of horror done right. The world as well as characters feel authentic. Just a bunch of regular people doing their work who find themselves in unusual circumstances and struggle to survive. TheThe Alien (1979) is in my opinion prime example of horror done right. The world as well as characters feel authentic. Just a bunch of regular people doing their work who find themselves in unusual circumstances and struggle to survive. The tension builds up over time and you really like and care about characters.

Atmosphere and visuals are still stunning to this day. I think that's mostly due to lack of CGI which ages quickly. I can't imagine the amount of work put to create these sets. Soundtrack is just stunning and I highly suggest you Google a remastered version online.

What I probably valued the most as a child watching it for the first time and now as adult, is how it really shows vastness of space and potential coming with it. You never know what awaits next system? Who is elephant man? It was a food for thought when I was growing up. Unknown and lack of answers are enticing.

It's a shame the following movies (except maybe for Aliens) did no justice to the original. I think this movie was one huge coincidence and director simply doesn't understand what made it successful and is unable to reproduce it. I can't blame writer because Dan O'Bannon never got a shot at writing next Alien movie (although interviews with him make me think he wouldn't know where to take it too).

The all time classic, which works best if you consider it the only canon Alien product.… Expand

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amheretojudgeDec 7, 2018

Scott's traumatic taunting exploration of other beings leaves out a long lasting impression on its shook audience.

Alien Scott's traumatic taunting exploration of other beings leaves out a long lasting impression on its shook audience. ThisScott's traumatic taunting exploration of other beings leaves out a long lasting impression on its shook audience.

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Scott's traumatic taunting exploration of other beings leaves out a long lasting impression on its shook audience. This classic horror drama is smart and mature on its sharp screenplay. And since the concept allows it to rely upon physical sequences, the tactics and methods used in to make a best out of a crisis, is pure genius. Despite of being short handed on visual effects, this sci-fi venture leads you to a darker and sinister path through your own imaginations. Scott uses sound and light effects to scare his viewers. This horror isn't based on any mythological or spiritual tales to create horrifying environment or on building a backstory for its cynicism.

This is a human surviving out in the nature that it fails to understand or connect with. One of the major apprentice of Scott is the uncertainty of the characteristics of the antagonist depicted in here. Among many, many deaths, one of the best sequence is the one that follows a guy chasing a cat and water dripping over him, not only does this sequence gives you goosebump audibly but the way it is shot, the visuals too are jaw dropping. The structure of the script isn't your usual in and out mission, the first half executed with sweat drop precision adds more thrill to the last breathtaking act.

Weaver as the fittest survival of all, is the real deal. Her three dimensional character is aptly cooked. The range offered to her by the writers is wide enough to flaunt her talent and she milks out the best she can from it, she is vulnerable and flawed yet brave and bold enough to stand against the impossible, the arc that takes place in front of her molds for a better illuminating character. Alien was and is definitely ahead of its time, the future is clearly visible in here.… Expand

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timoneOct 25, 2018

So it's October and I was trying to think about something to review for Halloween at the scariest time of the year so I guess I better go for the one's that I have watched and maybe I could get the creepiness and not. Alien is the answer.So it's October and I was trying to think about something to review for Halloween at the scariest time of the year so I guess I better go for the one's that I have watched and maybe I could get the creepiness and not. Alien is the answer. When I was a kid, I've heard about the Alien films. Okay, I haven't seen them cause my dad told me they're disgusting films. It's kind of scary that he told me that. Alien is a film that everybody loved and got terrified by it. it came to be one of the scariest films of the 70's and when I first watched them as an adult, it scared the freaking hell out of me, well, not much because I'm not a wuss. Alien is the first to scare me. The opening had a scary reputation to creep me more than that, I watched some movie scary opening credits with creepy music and now this. Sigourney Weaver many people say is a great actress. Come to think of it, my mum is a huge fan of her. She's great as Ellen Ripley and all the other cast are great. The story is so gripping sometimes the film may have boring parts as a horror film but that's just the pace. The crew have woken up from their beds and then waiting to get home but has to find something what was crash landed in the island and Kane got face hugged by the creepy crawly things. Now Dallas and Ash had to get back to take a look at Kane getting face hugged, what's giving him. The face hugger's have acid for blood. And you know all the rest. I won't have to go into too much detail cause the audience have seen it for many years and you know classics never die. The alien is a creepy looking creature with a second mouth inside his mouth. Kind of a tongue mouth, ain't it? But the face? Yeah, that is incredibly looking creepy. And the scene that Kane dies because the alien is inside him and you've all remember what happens to people if the alien is inside the body? Behold, I give you the most terrifying, the most incredible, the most scariest scene that could ever give you nightmares, THE CHESTBURSTER! For me, though, it doesn't give me nightmares. There are some scary moments in this that always got my attention. OK, now, the video game I've played and that's Alien Isolation. This is after the film Alien before Aliens. Now when I was playing on the game though, it scared the hell out of me. I mean, REALLY scared me to death. Because when I actually come across the aliens, one for one actual reason has climbed down the ceiling and I have to duck down so that it couldn't see me. If I throw something out there the alien comes and searches something. I can tell by the sounds they're making. And I died by the alien that really does scare me. Everytime the alien comes, I kind of swore under my breath because how scary it is. The way the game is, the way that creature looks and the way it snawls, it's just pure scary. All right, so that's it for the game and I guess it's time for me to get back on my review. Alien is one of the scariest films I've ever watched and I frigging love it. My mum loves it too. Don't get me wrong, the movie's there, they're get you on your hat. the ending where Ripley escapes is really gripping because it feels like you're in the hurry. The hurry that when you're on the ship and getting the hell out of here before the time runs out. If you don't, the ship will explode. That got me right in here! It's kind of feels like you're leaving someone behind because they're dead, and yeah, the crew is already dead cause the alien killed them. There are some scenes that wasn't in the film and I already know that already so I can't remember any scene that wasn't in the original version. I already knew the scene where Ripley and Parker heard Bret screaming after he got slaughtered which is why I think that it should have included on the original. In fact, why can't all the missing scenes be in the original, there's always a catch. I don't know. Because they're from the Director's Cut. I think the Special Edition versions did the same to all the Alien films. There's no doubt about it. This is one of the greatest fantastic disgusting scariest science fiction horror film that ever hit the big screen in the late 70's. That is, uh, the lights are off in here. I could watch it every night and not get scared by it! Get ready for the sequel which I'm going to do in the meantime. Now sit back and get ready for a SPOOOOOKY night!… Expand

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GarethBOct 9, 2018

No one can hear me scream... in remorse for when the Alien movies used to be great! This one had horror, suspense, thrills and spills and the creation of one of the greatest female characters ever (cough, cough.. new star wars take note)

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Jerome_aAug 27, 2018

One of Ridley Scott best movie ! It couldn't be more terrifying than it's already be. An perfect horror movie, with great sounds effects and good actors (Sygourney Weaver is excellent as Ripley).

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OwenMansellJun 19, 2018

The film Alien was directed by Ridley Scott and released in 1979, seeing this film for the first time i went in with an open mind and i definitely wasn't disappointed, it aged well and kept you on the edge of your seat with the amount ofThe film Alien was directed by Ridley Scott and released in 1979, seeing this film for the first time i went in with an open mind and i definitely wasn't disappointed, it aged well and kept you on the edge of your seat with the amount of suspense it gave. This film is really enjoyable and is worth a watch. It would have been a fresh taste in movies for the 70's as there wasn't many science fiction horror films before Alien. A very original and eerie film.… Expand

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GrantD243May 1, 2018

I can definitely see how Alien was a pretty amazing movie for the year it was released in. It could easily pass as a sci-fi film that has been released much more recently than 1979. However, I can't really judge it purely based off of theI can definitely see how Alien was a pretty amazing movie for the year it was released in. It could easily pass as a sci-fi film that has been released much more recently than 1979. However, I can't really judge it purely based off of the year it was released in because I'm watching it for the first time in 2018. And, honestly, it just didn't grab me like I thought it would. I definitely expected more horror elements than what it had, and frankly I didn't find anything about this film particularly excellent outside of how good the alien looks for the era this film was made in. It was still a fun watch, and I do plan on watching the rest of the films in the Alien franchise, but this one was definitely a bit of a let down.… Expand

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sicranoApr 8, 2016

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CTHReviewsMar 15, 2018

I really like Alien. Like Jaws, the direction and suspense is top-notch. However, also like Jaws, the creature effects look dated when viewed from a far away angle.

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BryceHarperFeb 23, 2018

Although I was deeply intrigued by the plots and visual sequences of this film, the most surprising fact is that this was created 40 years earlier from nowadays.

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chainofsouls31Jan 17, 2018

Alien is one of, if not, one of the scariest horror films of all time and a must see for fans of sci-fi and horror

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zapVJan 1, 2018

Masterful horror that apart of perfectly exploiting usual tools of the genre like building a terrific atmosphere and creating a horrifying villain also hits you from unexpected angles. By scattering sexual symbols throughout the movie itMasterful horror that apart of perfectly exploiting usual tools of the genre like building a terrific atmosphere and creating a horrifying villain also hits you from unexpected angles. By scattering sexual symbols throughout the movie it awakens our unconscious fears and anxieties about rape, unwanted pregnancy and gory childbirth.… Expand

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Mihael_Prislin0Dec 18, 2017

One of my top 15 movies of all time! The movie has such an original plot (not for today) but for that time, 1980s. Performances like Sigourney Weaver were so original and so realistic, no wonder why the movie was such a success!

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spacebear1Dec 7, 2017

Ridley Scott's Alien is the first thing that I think of when I think of the word masterpiece. This film is filled with a claustrophobic feel and tons of horror and also suspense. The protagonists Ellen Ripley is and will always be on of theRidley Scott's Alien is the first thing that I think of when I think of the word masterpiece. This film is filled with a claustrophobic feel and tons of horror and also suspense. The protagonists Ellen Ripley is and will always be on of the best movie protagonists of all time.… Expand

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VirgonoShakaNov 21, 2017

Alien is a sci-fi movie that really shows how to make a survival horror movie done right, and with its great atmosphere, designs, sound, characters, and production. It is a classic, in the way that every scene is excellent, has a great placeAlien is a sci-fi movie that really shows how to make a survival horror movie done right, and with its great atmosphere, designs, sound, characters, and production. It is a classic, in the way that every scene is excellent, has a great place in the narrative and the characters in general are so memorable. The only reason it doesn't go into "masterpiece" level, is that there are a few small aspects that I just don't think are at the level of the rest of the movie. Nevertheless, this is a movie that is one of the best in its genre, and one for the list of movies you have to watch before you die, no matter if you like the type or not. Final verdict: 9.4… Expand

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inaneswineNov 14, 2017

I completely understand how important this film is to the horror genre. Nonetheless, the film never particularly blew me away when I watched it for the first time, and it doesn't particularly now. Where it should be building tension, it justI completely understand how important this film is to the horror genre. Nonetheless, the film never particularly blew me away when I watched it for the first time, and it doesn't particularly now. Where it should be building tension, it just seems to drag on sometimes. Having said that, it really is terrifying at times. The third act of the film is so tense, so excellently shot and so well performed by Weaver. It is a well put together film with a great cast and a great creature, beautifully realised by H.R. Giger. Nevertheless, today, Alien feels to me as though it serves only as a prelude to the far superior Aliens.… Expand

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PeteCarterSep 17, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The storyline of this pathetic excuse of a movie is so filled with nonsense that it's hard to find something that DOES make sense. But I should point out at the start that I have a PhD in Physics, so the analytic side of my mind is automatically on and can't be "turned off" whether I want to or not. So let me enumerate the big "goofs":
1. The Nostromo is an interstellar towing vessel --- it travels from earth to a planet around a distant star, mates with a "barge" containing 20 million tons of ore, and returns to earth (with of course a little detour). So why is a crew needed? This entire round trip could be easily done robotically.
2. Stars are, on average about 7 light years apart. From the fact that they make a detour to another star to checkout this signal, the source of the ore has to be at least 20 light years distant. Also, the remaining duration of the trip from the planetoid they had to stop at was a few months, thus the total trip was on the order of a couple of years. To make a 40 light year trip in 2-3 years would require traveling at close to the speed of light. This would require extreme acceleration and the expenditure of more energy than all the world's power plants have generated since the beginning of the industrial age, "more" means by a factor of at least a trillion. The cost of this energy would be so high that, if they were hauling 20 million tons of polished diamonds, it would be a money loser. However, if they traveled at a more realistic 1% of the speed of light (still 2000 miles/sec), the trip would take 4000 years, a little long for a crew who'd like to return to a familiar world.
3. The beginning scene of the interior shows a display monitor coming on, with technical words and numbers showing. Since the crew is still in cryosleep, what's the point?
4. If the last living member of the crew of the doomed ship wanted other vessels to keep away (as Ripley mentions "it [the signal] looks like a warning"), why send out the signal? And to call the transmitter an "acoustical beacon" (Dallas's words) is ridiculous --- there are no acoustics in space.
5. The on-board computer (mother) is a joke. You'd think they'd have voice recognition by then and could just talk to it (as in Star Trek). And Dallas's inquiry as to mission status:"What's the story mother"? Gimme a break.
6. After landing, three of the crew exit the ship and enter the alien ship --- amazing that they had such an easy time getting in. Then Kane rappels down a cable to the main hold, seeing all the "eggs" arranged in neat rows. Although knowing that they could pose a hazard, when he sees one open its "mouth", instead of taking a defensive stance, he bends over and puts his face right over it --- something only an idiot would do, and of course he pays for this recklessness.
7. When Kane recovers from his "nap", he feels nothing unusual in his abdomen, like an infant alien about to hatch, and his midsection looks pretty flat. And then the alien bursts out and quickly scuttles away. What is more ridiculous is that, without consuming anything, and within a couple of hours, this little guy has somehow "expanded" to a towering monster that attacks and consumes Brett. What you could call a blatant violation of conservation of mass-energy. Not only is it huge in that scene, it seemingly has the ability to shrink down to a tiny version of itself, as it had to have done to be a stowaway that hides among the plumbing in the shuttle Ripley uses to escape before the ship detonates. And WHY would the builders of this towing vessel feel a need to install a self-destruct system of thermonuclear caliber?
8. One of the most nonsensical parts of the plot is the "outing" of Ash as a robot. Wasn't he eating with the crew? What does a robot do with food, excrete it just like a human excretes waste? And Ash's human-like artificial intelligence is quite a contrast to the very primitive "mother" supposedly running the ship. At the minimum they should have "her" at least at the level of HAL in 2001: A Space Odyssey.
9. And a couple of minor points that i found irritating: In the latest version, Lambert the navigator tells the crew that the signal is coming from a planetoid 1200 kilometers (about 750 miles) in diameter, but it's gravity is 0.86 (that of earth), which is a ridiculous value, it should be more like 0.1. So why not have it as 12,000 km in the script, or almost earth-size? And when the Nostromo begins its descent to the surface, the rockets fire the wrong direction --- to reduce altitude, speed must be reduced, so the rockets should retro-fire instead. But of course it just looks neater to fire the way they did, like, who would know?

I could go on with a few more non-sequiturs and faux pas' but I might be accused of nitpicking. I just think it's sad that people who make scifi movies seem to have total disregard for the most basic facts of science --- there's really no science in science fiction, at least not in that turkey.… Expand

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SilentTacticianSep 1, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For its time it was a great movie filled with precise scenes that created tension, thrills, and scares. Movie magnified the vastness and isolation of space plus the dangers of entering into uncharted territory. The set design and costume creation of the monster attacks and chest burst scene. For a long time, this movie has been recommended to me as a must watch thriller, suspense, and horror movie and it lived up to all of my expectations. I found it enjoyable but not the best of the best.… Expand

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alejandro970Aug 27, 2017

Despite it´s close to 40 years of life, it still reatains that status as a cult genre film, through the chilling and claustrophobic atmosphere, the haunting, almost silent score composed by Jerry Goldsmith and the recreation of space monster.Despite it´s close to 40 years of life, it still reatains that status as a cult genre film, through the chilling and claustrophobic atmosphere, the haunting, almost silent score composed by Jerry Goldsmith and the recreation of space monster. Shall not miss it and be careful of fake spin- offs.… Expand

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vulvuratAug 23, 2017

Alien is like a half-forgotten nightmare that suddenly outfolds in front of you from the cold depths of outer space. Nearly fourty years after it's release, I would still say that Alien is amongst the greatest horror and sci-fi movies of allAlien is like a half-forgotten nightmare that suddenly outfolds in front of you from the cold depths of outer space. Nearly fourty years after it's release, I would still say that Alien is amongst the greatest horror and sci-fi movies of all time. The script is extremely intelligent, Ridley Scott's breakthrough direction creates an atmosphere so thick you can nearly touch it, and the seven characters are so well developed and well acted that no moments of this film feels fake. For me, Alien isn't just a horror film, it is a thrilling and tragic drama of ordinary people fighting against something truly inhumane that is out for blood.… Expand

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DirigiblePulpJul 27, 2017

What can I possibly contribute to the dialectic at this point? I guess just some stuff for my own amusement. I don't know what makes this film work.

It is of course, exquisitely made - the rhythms and pacing are second to none - you hearWhat can I possibly contribute to the dialectic at this point? I guess just some stuff for my own amusement. I don't know what makes this film work.

It is of course, exquisitely made - the rhythms and pacing are second to none - you hear endlessly about withholding the big reveal (ala Jaws) but here it works even better that most do because the reveals kind of keep on happening. It starts small with an egg, then its a facehugger, acid blood, chestburster, little alien, and finally the full-on Alien, and even then it's mostly face and head (and mini-head) until the end. There's always something to occupy the fear and it keeps getting upped.

The whole end of this film is unrelenting tension. It's almost seizure inducing watching Ripley run around the ship with the blinking lights and the countdown chiming and the Alien around every corner - hypnotizing and petrifying. The first kill scene with the Alien descending the chains is a perfect blend of sight and sound. Same goes for most of the Alien's kill scenes (only ones that bother me are the tunnels, it's a great scene undone by stupidity - why do they think it's in the same tunnel as him and even if it is just blast the fire! don't run). The wide shot of the Alien turning towards Lambert is the only one that shows its age. Very tank like, no arm movement. Thankfully it's short lived. From what I read Scott didn't like those wides either.

Sigourney Weaver's Ripley is iconic of course, and it helps that she's a woman defeating this rapist (the two women are the last two standing) but it's clear the film isn't making it an agenda. It's just a part of the natural structure of the story. It's nonchalant. And personally, as great as she is in this, she's a pure action and reaction cipher (not that there's anything wrong with that- a whole character is suggested by her behaviors, mannerisms and interactions). But Ripley's stature is truly carved in stone in Aliens.

The set designs and creature designs are incredibly believable and awe-inducing. Ridley liked the space jockey so much he has created a whole new set of films about it - that's one memorable shot. They were, of course, a large jump forward for the time but that wouldn't hold up in posterity if it didn't still work and it does, because the design is still unmatched in terms of bold imagination. Surreal, slimy, sexual, black, chrome, nightmarish, otherworldly yet human - it's really the ultimate creature design for a reason. It's not just cool and terrifying, it suggests themes, nightmares we haven't had yet, the past the future, it even blends in with the blue collar working class rusted out futuristic space shuttle it stalks in.

What makes a withholding film work is that the payoff is worth it. Audiences can't suffer a bad good movie - one that knows what it takes to make something work but doesn't execute - but they're fine with a bad bad movie because at least it's mindless and "delivers". So when a slow burn actually works, it changes the whole entire landscape. When it doesn't, it bombs hard (especially with audiences). Everything else is in-between. This is one of the good good ones, duh.… Expand

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